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Two and a half hour audition of the Raidho C1.1
Great write up Dracule1. I'm curious about something. What effect do you think they other speakers between the C1.1 had. I'm wondering if the tonality would change in any appreciable way if the other speakers were not in the room.I once had two se... 
speaker suggestions...
Wish I could help with specific models you've mentioned. With the Sim amp you have I'm sure any of them would sound great. I'll add another one you might want to check out: Paradigm Studio Ref 100v3 or v4.Cheers,Scott 
SS amps for merlin vsm
Mcpherson, can't add much to this but wanted to say that I use a $400 NAD integrated amp with my Merlin TSMs (the VSMs little brother) and enjoy it very much.If you like the sound of your H/K then there's a good chance you'll enjoy it with the VSM... 
Paradigm S8 vs. Sonus Faber Cremona M
Excellent post, Audiofreakgeek. I will add that Paradigm makes outstanding speakers and as you get to the Reference and Signature series you then have speakers that can compete with anything at or beyond their price. 
GM70 SET?
Are you aware of the dehavilland GM70 monoblocks. They may be open to customizing them for you if stock doesn't suffice. 
Naim Nait 5i-2 for Totem Sttaf
Danm66, would you go into more detail about the differences in the good sound from the Mites and the amazing sound from the 3's when used with the 5i. Thanks. 
SS amp for Merlin VSMs?
And that's helpful to the OP because.............? 
Merlin Master Bam Alert
I had the VSM-mme with a Art Audio 845 SET and a deHavilland UltraVerve pre. All I will say is that I wish I had that set-up back. Tjuan98, if your system and room are set-up with some care, I believe your are in for a treat. Cheers,Scott 
Ayre AX-7e to switch to Naim Supernait
I will be auditioning the Naim SuperNait and AX-7e in the next week or two. I will post my impressions for those interested. I've pretty much decided it will be one or the other. If neither one satisfies (which I can't imagine one wont but we all ... 
Merlin Master Bam Alert
All I know is that if I went all out with Raw foods I'd need a huge bottle of Beano and people would not enjoy my company. Not that they necessarily do now.Cheers,Scott 
Merlin Master Bam Alert
It's all about perspectives. The upgrade path is one of the big reasons I wanted my Merlin TSMs. As they (Merlin) continue to refine their speakers I just send them to the shop and have my speakers improved.I really like the Focal 1007Be. If I wou... 
Ayre AX-7e to switch to Naim Supernait
I'm very interested in the comments on this post. Ayre and Naim are pieces I am considering in the near future. Specifically the Ayre AX-7e and the Uniti or XS series from Naim. I will be auditioning them in the next month or so but feedback would... 
Speakers for Leben CS 300XS
Merlin TSM-mm 
SS amp for Merlin VSMs?
It is well known that tubes work beautifully with Merlins. But I believe some are under the impression that you have to use tubes with Merlins to have great sound and that just isn't the case.I like posts like this so misconceptions can be cleared... 
SS amp for Merlin VSMs?
I've read up on the A21 line, Pubul57. If I recall the A21a should be fine also and has a sweeter presentation than the A21SE.