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Is anyone using REL subwoofers with BAT tubed amp?
What is wrong with it that needs repaired??What is the problem otherwise??? 
Favorite Performances of Russian Compositions
Ok, some good Russian music...If you want a modern Rach 3, then check out Arcadi Volodos on Sony Classical. I find generally the Russian's usually plays their music better than most western artists. It is in their blood.For Rach 2, my favorite is ... 
Favorite Performances of Russian Compositions
Since 1986 Gary Graffman has been President and Director of the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadephia. http://www.curtis.edu/Graffman's career was shortened by injury similar to Leon Fleisher.I heard them both play a world premier piece togethe... 
What days to attend CES?
Thursday and Friday at the least.. 
Line Conditioners or Power Filters?????
I find both cords and conditioners helpful. If you were only going to use one, I would go with cords.A dedicated AC line is a good idea regardless... 
Is there affordable shipping from puerto rico
I've had no trouble using the post office. I actually prefer it in some situations. 
Power cords
Blue Circle BC61. $88 new. 
I need a Pre-Amp What should I get?
Conrad Johnson PV-10A or PV-10B. Used you could get any number of CJ preamps. 
CD Player Integration into HT Setup
You should get a much bigger bang for your buck by getting a 2 channel DAC (Digital to Analog converter), and use your existing DVD player as the CD transport. 
Best way to integrate a sub into 2 channel system?
What sub do you have? 
Cable/Interconnect recommendation for B&W and MF
I guess I'll say the interconnect, partly because 25ft of good speaker cables is going to be expensive. What is your budget?My favorite is Siltech at whatever price point. A good choice if you must have long runs of speaker cable are the MIT Termi... 
REL sub setup
The Q201E has a small footprint (only 12 inch square). The "Q" subs are more for the Home Theater crowd, but do have the same connections and are quite musical as well. I have demo'd a Q201E at home; great sub considering how small it is. I use an... 
Add another sub or go with F30's?
I bought one of my REL's from David.I am using the standard Vansevers power cords on the subs. Have not played around with cords on the subs too much; just something better than the OEM "black thing". I am not currently running double subs. I have... 
REL sub setup
If what you care about is music, then use the supplied Neutrik cable connected to the speaker terminals on the amp. The sub will then be getting the exact same signal as the main speakers, which will greatly assist in the integration of the sub. 
Add another sub or go with F30's?
Yes Gary, it is a tough call which way to go.I still kind of lean towards one Stadium, and then save up for two Stadiums if you want, which would then let you get almost any high-end full range speaker with future upgrades. At some point two Statu...