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EMM Labs CDSD / DCC2 - Initial Listening Session
realrookie says, "One can argue that the Meitner may currently be the best digital playback system out there." It isn't. I just had the opportunity to listen to the DCC2 and transport combo. We had no vinyl with which to compare it, but it was a r... 
Is Exemplar the answer?
Rmihai,since none of the players you mention are up to the level of the EMM and since I find the Exemplar clearly superior to the EMM, I can only conclude that you have not heard the Exemplar. I recently heard the EMM DCC2 and the new EMM transpor... 
Is Exemplar the answer?
Try 6829s and 7062s. I like the old 7062 pinch waists, but they are hard to find and expensive. 
Is Exemplar the answer?
Streetdaddy, lots of luck! I know you will find it at least the equal of the very best. 
I want surge protection, but I have no grounds
Have you read a review? All it seems to be doing is surge protection and some filtering. It may be that your present sound is better. 
I want surge protection, but I have no grounds
I strongly suggest you get an electrician. If you got 120V does that mean between the hot and ground the new ground? Is this a very old apartment? It does not sound like it if the outlet box is plastic. If there is a ground wire to the box, you sh... 
Why doesn't MBL get more recognition
I have never been impressed with their total sound as it lack finesse and dynamics. I think they are muscle products while I prefer horns and low power SETs. 
Record cleaning machine advise, want to buy,"HELP"
I know your budget, but the best cost more. I have had the VPI and Nitty Gitty machines. None compare with the Loricraft string machine. 
Is Exemplar the answer?
9 months? Why? I knew John was somewhat backed up, but I never of this long.It is great not to have to deal with two units. 
Is it worth spending $10k on CD-only player today?
If you would go to $14k, many would say the Reimyo cd player is worth it. 
Is Exemplar the answer?
I know two dealers who on getting the early version of the Exemplar/Denon 2900, have been unable to sell TEAC DV50s any more. It is by far the best sacd and cd player I have heard, but I know others who agree on sacds, but think the Reimyo $14k cd... 
Biggest Baddest Audio Cables
I was not impressed with them when I tried them several years ago. YMMV I guess holds. I expect that much depends on your system. 
Decca cartridge experiences
The post is at http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?eanlg&1094395608&openusid&zzTbg&4&5#Tbg 
Decca cartridge experiences
Yes, see my post today on the phono stage. I, of course, did buy both the line stage and the phono unheard, but I knew Roger Paul. Where do you live, if you are near NJ, CT, or TX, I know where you might hear one.Roger sells direct, but he has tak... 
Decca cartridge experiences
Johnnantais, you might be interested in my post on the H-Cat phono using the Jubilee.