stereo5

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Von schweikert out of business since Albert's passing?
They post on their Facebook page almost daily.  I would try to contact them there.   
K-horn won't fit, any other corner speakers recommended for a big room?
The Cornwall IV would probably work.  Gotten lots of rave reviews.    
whats the best pre amp to pair with Bryston 4b cubed? A
Have you looked or listened to other high end brands besides Bryston?  
New Luxman 507Z
Everything except my pension.   
Your single most significant purchase mistake?
@yakbob, I bet it was made during their Clarion years.   
Whats playing on your system today?
Nirvana, “Nirvana” CD PF, “DSOTM” SACD Newest release   For the first time in a few months, my wife was out of the house for a few hours (we are both retired) I played the new DSOTM at a loud volume and I was transported back to when I was 19. ... 
Midwoofer/tweeter speaker
Well, whatever you said, its obvious you dislike Wilsons.  That is my take.  
Your single most significant purchase mistake?
Von Schweikert VR33 speakers.  Were supposed to be the best 15K speaker for a measly $3500.00.  Greg Weaver gushed over them, but they sucked, big time.  Couldn't find the bass and sold for a $1800.00 loss.  I will never believe another reviewer, ... 
How many systems do you have?
Two systems, both used daily.   
Unexpected issues with Rega planar TT, a respectful manufacturer product?
I would bring the turntable to the dealer I bought it from and try to get it sorted out.   
Brand new Lyra Delos - skewed cantilever
Looks to be a casualty of poor QC.   
JBL L112
@vinnydabully,   I have a pair of new JBL’s.  I had to use a 4 band EQ to make them listenable in my upstairs room.  Also needed to get a sub as the 12 inch woofers on the JBL don’t do the job. If you like what you have don’t waste the money.   
Systems over $100k
Teds 350K system is due to 1000% profit he makes on his cables.  And, we audiophools are dumb enough to pay the prices.   
The most import design issue for a speaker manufacter how many will fit on a pallet.
I have done road trips to pick up speakers 3 times.  I prefer it to shipping. Sold the first two pairs, kept the last pair (JBL L100 Classic)  
Where can I go to audition vinyl audio around Los Angeles area?
You never heard vinyl, live under a rock?