sugarbrie

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Not enough RCA Inputs
Are you including the "Tape-In" in your counting? This is just another line level input; it does not have to be used for the tape deck. 
GOOD component video cable ?
Remember that coax cable TV cable is 75 ohm and a solid core conductor. Exactly what is needed. 
GOOD component video cable ?
Is component video cable, "regular" cable with RCAs? If so, before you spend a lot of money, try getting your hands on some regular cable TV coax cable and get RCA adapters at Radio Shack ($2). It sounds crazy, but I did this and could not tell an... 
Blind Listening Tests?
I don't completely agree Detlof. In my experience a lot females tend to like it when its a little grainy(clicks) and unforgiving in the treble. 
Need advice on Bryston B-60
Sorry MrSoundMan, I get confused when the AudiogoN catagory sais "Preamps". (And it also includes Amps) I realized the B60 is also an integrated like the Cambridge after I posted.All I can add is OTHERS in that same price range which is worth a li... 
Blind Listening Tests?
HiFi Choice Magazine in Britain does a blind test with a panel, then a couple of the editors do a hands on trial, trying a few different combinations of components with the test subject. Then they compare notes with all the various tests and testers. 
Need advice on Bryston B-60
What amp do you plan to get to replace the Cambridge integrated? The A3i does not have Pre-in/Main-out connections. Another Bryston? 
BW 9NT or Nautilus 804
The biggest difference is the matrix cabinet in the Nautilus. 
B W Matrix 805 or CDM 1NT for music.
If you can find a pair in good shape (should be able to), get the original CDM-1 (before the SE version). The "first order" crossover is well balanced and perfect for music, not the lump of mid bass and strong midrange balance (or should I say out... 
Classical Music-High Quality
If you search AudiogoN also use the names of Composers. There are threads like Best or Favorite Beethoven, Mahler, etc. 
Classical Music-High Quality
I also find that recent analog recorded CD's (Those coded "ADD" on the cover) sound more natural than pure digital recordings ("DDD"). I qualified my term Mid-fi because under $500 is considered budget audiophile equipment to some/most audio enthu... 
Classical Music-High Quality
PS: When I say Mid-fi, I mean systems where most components are under $500 each, such as lower-end NAD, Rotel, etc; B&W 300 or 600 series speakers, etc. So what I am saying the best sound may depend on your system to some degree. 
Classical Music-High Quality
Hmmm. It is easier to tell you what in general to nuy or avoid. Years back when I had just a typical Receiver and then Mid-fi setup Deutsche Grammophon (DG) CD's sounded the best. They also sound pretty good in a portable stereo at work. However, ... 
Hey Trelja........
I think I remember discussing the Cambridge with you Telja. They have been making sleeper product forever. I still have an all Cambridge System in my home den/office.CD4 (Sleeper in 95) with Dacmagic (DAC with CD6 guts and enhancements), A3i Integ... 
Hey Trelja........
Bryn Mawr Stereo is Tweeter Etc. under a different nameplate. Same corporate parent, same products for sale.A lot of their salespeople are clueless IMHO.