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CJ pre-amp with McIntosh amp?
I'm actually considering a refurbished ET250s from spearitsound. I think that with the Dali 400's it would be best to stick with solid state for bass control. 
CJ pre-amp with McIntosh amp?
Maybe I should just get the upgrade for my 2250 
CJ pre-amp with McIntosh amp?
There are a couple of 2500's for sale now for around $1500. would it be worth it to buy one and send off to CJ for the A upgrade? 
CJ pre-amp with McIntosh amp?
Yes indeed, I have considered the 2500a. If I stay within the CJ family, I would want to upgrade quality-wise as well, not just with more power, although i understand the "a" upgrade is well worth the extra cash. Any other thoughts? 
Looking for a Preamp up to $3K
A used CJ PV-15 goes for around $1,600, and it has an excellent tube phono stage. Very neutral and dynamic. 
VPI Scout vs VPI Classic
I thought my Scout improved immensely when I began using it in conjunction with a Ginkgo Cloud. That really made it much more dynamic. I still enjoy the Scout sound! 
Bargain Basement, Giant Killing DACs for PC Audio
I like my Rega. Using it to listen to CD's presently, but plan to get a USB/SPDIF adaptor pretty soon. Very musical DAC. I'm rediscovering my CD collection after going with vinyl for a couple of years. 
Computer output to DAC, which route?
I have a question. I have a REGA DAC and a Macbook. I would need either a USB-SPDIF converter or a good mini-toslink to toslink cable. Any suggestions for something not too terribly expensive? 
A new CDP after my Rega Apollo or a new DAC?
lol. sorry about that--you have the apollo. People say the Rega DAC beats it hands down. 
DAC's, i'm lost
The new Rega DAC is $995 and sounds great. It may add some bass to your speakers and open up the highs a bit more. 
A new CDP after my Rega Apollo or a new DAC?
I have a Cayin CDT-23 CDP. I recently purchased the new Rega DAC, and it is indeed a significant upgrade. Your solidly built Cayin would make a good transport. 
New Rega DAC
Thanks Joshti. Will do. I also plan to check out some of the USB/SPDIF conversion cables. In the meantime, I'm doing some research on these 5 filter settings, and rediscovering my extensive CD collection, which has been gathering dust since I was ... 
New Rega DAC
I just purchased this DAC. So far I'm just using it hooked up to my hefty Cayin Cd player, and man it sounds awesome right out of the box. The bass is pretty amazing. I wanted to eventually use it hooked up to my macbook, but have absolutely no ex... 
Dynavector 10X5, 2M Black, Grado Platinum or....?
I like the 2m black. I've had one on my scout for a year now and couldn't be happier. Great soundstage, killer bass, a lot of detail in midrange and silky highs. Very dynamic cart. 
Steam cleaning records 2
Hi fellow steam cleaners. I bought a perfection steamer last year and have been using it in conjunction with a GEM dandy. I also do a final dry with the vpi machine. That gets any residue left from the rinse cycle and I don't have to wait for reco...