rsf507

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DAC Recommendations In 4k Range Used
Take a look at the Bricasti M3 it has a retail of 7k but can be found for 4k used. It's musical, clean sounding, full bodied with great detail and non fatiguing.  
Turn table . Price/Quality for 13000£ ?
OP So , if  sound quality is the primary goal  ; it is better to put the same amount of money on a ´´ comercial ´´ brand . And the resale value ? IMHO if sound quality is your ultimate end goal then look at the Kuzma Stabi R which is around ... 
Ultimate Turntable search...OMA K5 or ?
It really surprises me how many have chimed in on this thread without ever having actually heard an OMA K3/K5 table. However if it was me I'd be taking Mike Lavigne's approach and have 2, 3 or even 4 different top tables that each use a different ... 
Paypal Friends and Family
Paypal fees are usually 3.5% but the above is like 5.7%. Doesn't seem correct    
Do I upgrade my cartridge or my turntable
I'd agree with those that say upgrade your cartridge. Look into SoundSmith cartridges maybe something like The Voice.   
Boressen speakers
They might be overpriced but I've heard several models at 2 Axpona's and they sure sounded good. Also at the other end of the spectrum are the Q Acoustics speakers. Wonderful sound and most mere mortals can afford.   
Revopod vs IsoAcoustics Gaia 1's
I haven't heard them but the Carbide Base footers are getting some positive reviews and slightly less expensive than the Revopods https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/carbide-audio/    
Coincident Line Stage Mk II vs Audio Research ref 10
I should add that as good as the ref 6se is the ref 10 made the walls of my city apartment living room disappear So you've listened to the Ref10 and loved it! So just go and buy it and enjoy some tunes. End of story.  
power cable
OP you got it 2nd hand b/c the 1st guy didn't hear any difference.   
What news in 2023 struck you?
Audiogon goes out of business in 2024  
SOTA STAR Sapphire Turntable Care and Feeding
@jrcotner here's a great setup (not affiliated with seller) should have you singing and very happy. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650004623-kuzma-stabi-s-stogi-turntable-w-extras/    
What to expect if I import an amp and preamp from a Japan seller via US eBay
@allenf1963 ​Accuphase E4000 Integrated Amp in Japan for $6,190...but buy it here in the U.S. and it’s $14,000 Can you provide a link where you see this price? No I’m not EVER going to buy it as others have stated too much of a risk and besides... 
Carbide Audio isolation footers. Anyone try them?
Here are 2 reviews but there are more all positive. Yes I take reviews with 2 grains of salt. https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/carbide-audio/   http://hifiknights.com/reviews/accessories/carbide-audio-carbide-bases/  
Focal Sopra n1 - mids are a bit recessed compared to Lumina IIs
OP I'm with you, I also hear that recessed mids plus I'm not a fan of the slight brightness Focals have, at least that is what I always hear every time I've heard them. Yes you most likely got a "good deal" but if you don't like the sound well the... 
Telos Mini Quantum Resonator (MQR) & Puron Filter together
Recently had a chance to try a third Telos mini resonator. Made the sound hard and moved the soundstage. Not to my liking but then placed it on a Furutech PowerBar where my router and Roon Nucleus is connected and unbelievable I heard an improveme...