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Aesthetix Collisto Signature or SLP 05 Preamp?
I liked the Calypso OK but it was easily bettered by the PS Audio PCA-2. I think the Callisto is probably a better Linestage than the Calypso but I haven't heard it myself. 
the blue nile on ipod?
You mean they won't load into iTunes on your computer? 
In wall -/ in ceiling speaker suggestions please
Niles Audio has multiple price points and make great products. They also make volume controls and speaker selectors. The volume controls are important due to differences in room size and acoustics. 
Dedicated CD player vs. Universal Player
Do you have a Home theater processor or are you using the analog outs? A DAC would make it possible to get good sound with only one player and would lessen the number of inputs to your preamp. I still like to have more than one player. I have an O... 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
EE read what I said before making comments and stop trying to play follow the leader. I have my opinion. I have nothing against ARC and have tried many of their products and have owned some. But ARC seems to dislike their own products because they... 
Dedicated CD player vs. Universal Player
It also depends on whether you use an outboard DAC. It's good to have more than one player though. 
japanese imports
I've bought a few items from CD Japan and although the prices are a little steep they are very good and offer discount coupons that help a little. 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
Seems like I'm the one that can hear Mofi. I just don't let perception cloud my conclusions. Just because ARC makes quality components does not mean everything they make sounds good. 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
A friend of mine bought the 16MK II and I tried it for a week in my system. He didn't like it either even with his ARC amp. He sold it. Why would I be so adamant about my dislike of this linestage without reason. There are many less expensive line... 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
A friend of mine bought the 16MK II and I tried it for a week in my system. He didn't like it either even with his ARC amp. He sold it. Why would I be so adamant about my dislike of this linestage without reason. There are many less expensive line... 
Beatles Remasters on USB Drive and Vinyl
Jeff Jones CEO of Apple Records in the Rolling Stone mag says the reason the release date is undetermined is because of the time it takes to get the masters right. Maybe he is not referring to the original master tapes but if they were going to ju... 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
I've never heard the 17 but if you like a linestage that has weak bass, a glaring upper mid and no dynamics get the 16. 
Beatles Remasters on USB Drive and Vinyl
No. From the original masters Coffee. 
Beatles Remasters on USB Drive and Vinyl
www.amazon.com/Beatles-USB/dp/B002VH7P4O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1258334269&sr=8-1 
Tube Preamps
You might want to try angling your speakers inward so the tweeters cross slightly in front of you.