sksos1

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Taralabs cables
I started with The 2 then went to The One then the 0.8 and ended with the 0.3 interconnects. As I went up in the line the clarity and speed and most important the reality and timing and space of everything just increased and the biggest difference... 
Taralabs cables
No and have no desire to at this time.  
Taralabs cables
I wouldn't upgrade my own Furutech GTX outlets, it's not that big a deal (and you know what they cost me!)  but if you ever get a new ac cord then it's definitely worth it to use these new connectors.  
Taralabs cables
Have had the 0.3 for a few months now. To be honest I didn’t like a full loom of Tara interconnects, I found the sound a bit lean and lacking emotion. Using Audiomica Consequence series cables throughout and a new power cord from Bulgaria from S.I... 
Taralabs cables
Keith is there a new model 3 or are you referring to the 0.3 model?  I'm currently using the 0.3 with HFX (previously had the 0.8) and yes it was a nice improvement across the spectrum. (Dealer disclaimer ) 
Power cords at ridiculous prices?
For more than 25 years now I've always thought power cords made more of a difference than speaker cables or interconnects, and still feel that way! I just received a new cord from S.I.N. Audio and all I can say is WOW! Don't even know the cost yet... 
Where did you sink the most cash into?
WIFE no contest! 
Best tube dac available?
wisnon ~ Yes I understood what the OP was asking but since I had some experience with a tubed DAC (and also an AYON tubed dac) I just threw in my 2 cents worth. And while the BIG6 was wonderful I'm sure the more expensive Lampi's sound better, the... 
Best tube dac available?
I owned a Lampi BIG 6 (did a LOT of tube rolling) and it was wonderful then heard a Bricasti M1 and it was head and shoulders above the tubed Lampi in my system. The M1 was more dimensional and the soundstage deeper and wider. Have not looked back... 
Best tube dac available?
I had a Lamp is Big 6 and it was wonderful then heard the Bricasti M1 and didn't look back. (Dealer disclaimer) 
Forward or recessed sound?
I'm listening to some Jane Siberry and want to wrap my arms around her, that's how 3 dimensional the sound is, this with the forward sounding amps. Truly I'm talking about a different sonic perspective.  
Forward or recessed sound?
Both amps have GREAT layering so that's not an issue. 
Taralabs cables
I tried but none of my equipment is listed. And I'm a dealer so find this a bit frustrating.  
TTWeights closing their doors
Sorry but I know others that sold their TTW tables, including myself and a very good customer who had several issues. There are many e-mails on Audioasylum who didn't have good experiences with their own TTW tables as well. Speed accuracy was a bi... 
Amp recommendation in the $6000 range
I've heard Pass .5 vs .8 series and yes differences but with some gear I've preferred 0.5 but still not huge differences.I'd consider (at least try and get a listen) to the Merrill THOR monoblocks. I've heard them in 3 systems and every time they ...