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Cable between Cary 303cdp and Rogue 66 pre?
1. Ensemble Dunaflux2. Cardas Golden Cross (only if used)3. Why not another pair of CST? 
Most musical high-efficient 3-way bi-ampable spkr?
Thanks for all the responses everyone- I think I have decided on the Coincident Partial Eclipses. I can have them set up for bi-amping, and for their size they are a wonderful, full-bodied speaker, yet also efficient enough for SET. Also- I will b... 
Most musical high-efficient 3-way bi-ampable spkr?
Dale- which Silverline is your fav? 
Most musical high-efficient 3-way bi-ampable spkr?
thanks Greg- I'll check into it 
Tube amps that can hande 4 ohmsl
My Totem Mani-2 speakers are also 4 ohms, and I am having excellent results with a pair of modded Altec 1570B tube monoblocks (170 wpc in triode). 
what speakers do the best "disappearing act"??
Totem Mani 2 
what speakers do the best "disappearing act"??
Verity Parsifal Encore (with all tube setup) 
Speakers for Atma-Sphere S-30
Add Coincident Partial Eclipse as well (Super Eclipse mentioned above might overload that size room with bass if any standing wave issues, however wise room treatment will help). I'm sure all others mentioned are great choices too- hell, I use Tot... 
High-end CD cleaning machine?
beidni ultra clarifier II 
Great cd players that can connect directly to a power amp?
Audio Aero Capitole CDP (has volume control) 
What's the best sounding replacement for 12AX7A and 12AT7?
12AT7- Mullard Gold Pin (tough to find though- maybe ask Kevn at Upscale Audio) 
Differences between Totem Model 1- bi vs Model 1-Sig
I believe its internal silver wiring; upgraded gold-colour bi-wire terminals (like my Totem Mani-2's), and possibly a crossover change? Contact Totem, give them the serial #, and they will confirm your model. 
Best PreAmp with HT pass-thru?
I also have Totem's (Mani-2), and used the ARC LS-16 in a combo 2-ch/HT system with excellent results (I actually preferred it to the more $$ LS-25). 
Franchise player-the one untouchable component
My Audio Aero Capitole 24/192 CDP is my franchise player. I have signed him to a multiple year contract- no waivers!! 
Favorite HDCD????
Alannah Davis- 'Blame it on Me'