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Break-in factor rqd for new cd player?
Thanks for the reassurance guys. Sugarbrie- I've got it set on repeat for the entire disc, and will play it 24/7 for about a week- that should do it. Already sounds a bit better after 4 hours... 
Best Thread in Audiogon.
'tube amps with big balls' was kinda fun! 
What's your profession? Age?
National Account Manager- construction information company; 35 yrs old. 
Best Find Ever???
Picked up an awesome 100% handmade Chinese silk 7'x10' rug recently. Original price ~ $15k (CDN), and got him down to $4k!! 
Kimber Illuminations D-60, proper length
I've heard that 1.5m is the optimum length for true 75 ohm digital cable. But hey, what do I know? I own two Illumination D-60 cables, one 0.5m and the other 1m!! Yes- they are great for the $$. Enjoy! 
Your vote - BEST CD PLAYER in the world??
Audiomeca Mephisto II**Note- when anyone responds, tell us WHY you feel your choice is the best... (what does it so for you that made you choose it). 
cd players with volume control
Audio Aero Capitole 24/192 
Melos MAT-180 tube amp- anyone heard it?
Thanks to both of you. Pls1- unfortunately, monoblocks are out of the question. Currently, have only one shelf available (no more room), therefore has to be a single chassis- thanks for the suggestion though.Dean505- might be interested in the pre... 
The Canadians that visit the site
Hey Jefflo- whasssuppp? Suttsy here in T.O. 
Most musical stereo tube amp under 5K..
Thanks guys- appreciate the input. I have spoken to my dealer (big ARC fans), and my speakers are SO tough to drive, they are really recommending the VT-200 minimum, or two VT-100's bi-amped. There goes the budget!! 
Modding VTL tube amps for XLR- possible?
Thanks Don- I was afraid that would be the answer! 
Bel Canto SETi40 intgrtd or SET40 monos
Oops- one correction: I believe the SET40 is actually a stereo amp (not monos). Its the SET80 that is the mono. Sorry! 
CD players, 5-6K
Sim Audio Eclipse w outboard power supply 
Speaker punishing bass
Sweetback (Sade's backup band- only ever did one disc). First track. 
Music for "Tough Times"
Billy Holiday- "Billy's Blues"