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roxy54

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Preamp suggestions for Atma-Sphere Class D Monoblocks
First Sound. A little different in design from most, and very good.  
That Transformational piece of Gear We All Wish For
@desktopguy Discovering NOS DACS years ago was a big moment for me as well, and I can't imagine going back.  
Upgrade Digital Cable Review
In my experience, digital cables have made a bigger difference than any other cable in my system.  
Do your ears deceive you?
@steakster Disagree with the OP about what? Are you saying that they disagree with him about the problems with blind testing? How are we supposed to know that they disagree just because you show us that they are all educated?  
Whats playing on your system today?
Tim deParavicini.  
Anyone experience any Op amp rolling?
I recall that being a big thing 6 or 7 years ago when that Burson amp was popular...for about 5 minutes.   
That Transformational piece of Gear We All Wish For
I just purchased a used First Sound Deluxe Presence Mk III, and it's truly transformational in my system to my ears. I have had 5 other preamps before this, but this is the first that is far above the others in performance, and it is better than I... 
Elvis Costello's favorite album of his own.
@loomisjohnson  Yes, Taking Liberties is a great one.  
Elvis Costello's favorite album of his own.
I still listen to Armed Forces most often.  
CLAYTON SHAW - CALADAN - JULY SHIPMENT LIST
@caladan  Thanks Clayton. The thread where future owners compare notes about delivery times is a bore.  
My Consonance Cyber 211 failed I need directions diagrams of the components etc. Help!
IfConsonance helped you with the transformer, why can't they get you the diagram?  
Rondi H. D'Agostino Obituary
Hmmm....hard to understand why they'd close when a new president had already been chosen. Seems very unprofessional to not even have a secretary answering phone calls. Krell is a little too big for that nonsense.  
SOS! Suddenly have a high-end turntable, need to upgrade Amp + Speakers
With that budget it would be best to buy speakers and amp that was previously owned to get the most for your dollar.  
McIntosh 2105 pairing with Klipsch Cronwall’s?
@mrdecibel  You are assuming that he is shopping for a 2105, but it sounds to me like he already owns one and is wondering about the match-up. Maybe he'll clarify.  
McIntosh 2105 pairing with Klipsch Cronwall’s?
I happen to be qualified to comment on that particular pairing as I lived with it for a couple of years, and I thought that it was wonderful. Full and large sounding with a strong foundation, and never harsh. This was with second generation Cornwa...