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Corelli - really????
I re-read this discussion and comments from the distributor. I went ahead and got a Corelli. Glad I did! As people tried to tell me, multiple AC Enhancers on one line may be excellent but the Corelli by itself is even better. I’m using Akiko’s pow... 
Notable very small loudspeaker companies (other than Tekton!)
Of the ones on your list I've owned Salk, Philharmonic, and Selah. They compete by using off-the-shelf drivers (or slightly modified), excellent crossover design and, with Salk, phenomenal custom woodworking.  On the finance side, their R&D de... 
Which 30K Speakers Would You Give Up For Tekton Double Impacts?
Kenny - it was pre-mods. Bill didn’t change the basic design just the parts quality. I’ve also added dual subs which I use for stands since making the switch. Scott 
Which 30K Speakers Would You Give Up For Tekton Double Impacts?
After extended listening, I replaced a pair of Von Schweikert VR-7 HSE ($20,000 retail) with a pair of Impact Monitors. No regrets. 
Tekton Impact Monitors
Should be an interesting read especially with Atkinson's measurements and quick to the point commentary he usually throws in.  
Tekton Double Impacts
+1 Brian. Exactly right! 
Tekton Double Impacts
Yeah, no doubt. If someone lives on the east coast and is in the market it would definitely be worth the drive to pick them up.  
Tekton Double Impacts
Someone is selling a pair of DI SE for $4,500. Great deal. Just wanted to share:http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649429788-tekton-double-impact-se-pair-soft-black/ 
Corelli - really????
andrew67 - Thanks for sharing your experience with the Corelli! It really does help. Especially since it's your first post which means to me the Corelli really made a strong  impression on you! 
Corelli - really????
@louisl - Thanks. The Akiko products are interesting. I've been messing with them in different places in my system. I now have a Triple Enhancer, Tuning Stick and E-Tuning Gold MK II all on the same circuit by using a power outlet extender. The ef... 
Corelli - really????
Hi everyone. I use an Akiko Triple AC Enhancer in the same outlet that feeds my power conditioner and use an Akiko Tuning Stick in an outlet on the conditioner. You think if I added another Triple AC Enhancer to the conditioner I would be getting ... 
Tekton Double Impacts
I agree with @corelli. Eric’s tweeter array responds really well to cap upgrades. Add some correctly spec’d and installed Jupiter or Duelund caps to the crossover and you will be shocked by the excellent music you get. And no doubt, Bill really kn... 
Tekton Double Impacts
My 2 cents. Home auditions are the way to go especially for speakers. Next best is an extended listen at a dealer or someone's home who owns the speakers. Way too many variables to make a meaningful decision at a show. Just take Eric up on his ret... 
Chinese Class A SS
@Trejla - Exactly right and good analogy. +1@Seanheis1 - I own the Douk Gold Seal. A classic design. Sounds very nice and I’m sure a few upgraded parts take it up a level.   
Chinese Class A SS
@freediver - I own a number of the amps you mention. They sound very nice. In fact, I have a cheap 25 watt pure Class A Chinese amp that just spent significant time in my main system and I was truly impressed with its performance when matched with...