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pc vs mac, eac vs itunes
Hmm... If you're planning on having it as a dedicated system, you could either go with a Mac Mini ($600) or an iMac (which I feel is the best bang-for-the-buck in the Mac lineup, and extremely versatile), or you could get a relatively low-powered ... 
pc vs mac, eac vs itunes
The Mac vs PC thing is a classic debate and, as with most topics in audio, there isn't a single answer. I rip CD's using either my Mac or PC and then transfer the data to a Linux-based music server. So in a way I use both or neither, depending on ... 
So Many DACs - So Little Time
I don't quite understand your post. Do you want us to comment on other DAC's that might have a higher bang-for-the-buck? If you do have a budget and a rank-ordered list of DAC's you want to get, then simply get the highest-ranking DAC that falls w... 
open/energetic but not harsh? what am i describing
Koven,You might be a candidate for planar or electrostatic speakers. At the risk of generalizing, they tend to have a very open sound without harshness.Just something to think about.Michael 
step up from rotel?
Rotel's amps are pretty good bang for the buck. What about it do you not like?Some thoughts of amps with good price to performance ratios include McCormack (DNA 0.5, 1, 125), Monarchy (70, SE-100), Parasound, some of the older Musical Fidelity (A3... 
Does McIntosh MCD500 decode FLAC?
It seems that the MCD500 has both coax and toslink digital inputs, implying that it accepts S/PDIF inputs. FLAC files can be converted into an S/PDIF output with a combination of software (music software capable of playing FLAC) and hardware (a so... 
Good amp for 110 sq. ft. room / PSB alpha monitors
Of these, I would go with either the PSB or Totems. I personally don't find the Atoms to have the frequency range that you would want for classical music.Not to add other possibilities, but you MIGHT be able to get used PSB Stratus Minis for rough... 
First Annual " Whaddya Get? for Xmas "
You need to make sure the Snuggie has oxygen-free fur, and it really doesn't make things sound better until it's been cryogenically treated. It does contribute some warmth but is rather soft in the lower registers.Michael 
Powerful and strong ss amp at low cost.
Try a McCormack DNA-0.5 or Marsh A200 (or A400).Michael 
Classical music speaker recs for small room?
Used PSB Stratus Mini 
Micheal Green Rack Justarack
I have two of them, and I've had them for years. They have 4 3/4" threaded rods that support 1.5" thick MDF shelves with some nice brass nuts. Simple, but solid and built like a tank. They are able to support extremely heavy items without problems... 
Advice about Audio Mirror T-61 Preamp .
Stts,I had what I assumed were the stock tubes. I never tried any other tubes. If you're interested in a "tubey" sound, the Audio Mirror preamp offers it for a reasonable price.Michael 
What do you gain from bi-amping Magnepan 1.6s or
Thoastrouble,You don't necessarily need 4 separate amps to do biamping.You simply have 2 stereo amps. One powers the woofers on both speakers, and the other amp powers the tweeters on both speakers. Of course, you need speakers that are capable of... 
Advice about Audio Mirror T-61 Preamp .
I had one for about a year. It's a good preamp for the price. The sound is definitely on the full/warm side, with surprisingly good bass extension. It does have a moderate amount of rolled off highs, and not the final word in detail. If you're loo... 
Bought Some Music Friday
I grew up watching Emergency with Julie London playing Nurse McCall. (I think that was her name on the show.) I've always wanted to hear her music, but the prices for her albums have been a little too high. It's good to hear that you like what you...