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McIntosh autoformers vs direct-coupled output
Actually, The Triton Ones aren't tipped up in the treble.  If they were, I wouldn't be listening to them and I wouldn't have bought the Triton Refs for my main rig.  The Parasound just wasn't for me. 
McIntosh autoformers vs direct-coupled output
@jetter...…………………..So, because I found the Parasound Halo to be thin and lifeless I shouldn’t say anything? I had the Parasound Halo Integrated paired with Golden Ear Triton Ones, Sony HAPZ1ES Music Server, Cambridge Audio CXC Transport, Magnum Dy... 
McIntosh autoformers vs direct-coupled output
@audioman581...………….I owned a Parasound Halo prior to purchasing a McIntosh.  The Parasound sounded thin and lifeless compared to the McIntosh. 
Wharfedale Linton 85TH Anniversary Speakers
Thank you, it is just what I was looking for.   
Whats playing on your system today?
The Cars, "Candy O"  MFSLThe Cars, "Move Like This"John Coltrane, "The Impulse Years" 
Odyssey "Khartago" Stereo Extreme" amp compared to Schitt's "Vidar" amp
@gochurchgo...…………...I ran the Odyssey amp with the following GE Triton speakers: I used the Triton Two’s, Triton Ones, and Triton References. The sound was always GE house sound with various subtlety’s. The amp sounded great on all 3 speakers, no... 
Problems with Paypal payment?
PayPal is subject to all US banking regulatory laws.  Why spread misinformation that may or may not have been received second or third hand?  I have held a PayPal business Debit Card for over 10 years and never had a problem using it for purchases... 
If you had $1,400 , A TTable thing
I second the Technics SL1200GR.  You can start off with an Ortofon Red cartridge.  About 1800 with a cartridge & brand new. 
Problems with Paypal payment?
Try disabling your pop up blocker. I think a pop up screen then takes you to PayPal.. If you are using a VPN, try disabling it for the transaction. Otherwise, I’m stumped. 
Spectral amp/preamp
@d2girls...........It was the mid fi remark about McIntosh that ticked me off.   
Focal Sopra 2's vs Titron GoldenEar Reference speakers
@ejr1953...........i have the GE Triton References with a McIntosh C2500 tube preamp and an MC302 power amp. Like you, I am off the upgrade train as well. 
Spectral amp/preamp
Current McIntosh is certainly not mid-fi. You are delusional 
Spectral amp/preamp
There are many brands of amps/preamps that are as good as and better than the Spectral. Why would you want to limit yourself to just one brand. 
Scam alert. Phony heading.
If you feel the ad is misleading, email Tammy in customer support.  She will quickly investigate. 
What’s your vote for the most ridiculous, overpriced, and useless tweak?
Guys, this is turning into a pissing contest.  No matter how many times you guys go back and forth on each other, Geoffkait will always get the last word in.  Lets get back on topic, shall we?