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Tannoy Westminster amp matching question.
05-15-13: Borg7x9Just a quick update... I tried an Einstein "the tube" last weekend. It was fantastic. Full, tight bass. Imaging left to right and back to front much better.I love Einstein products. When I had my larger system I auditioned their p... 
Downloading & Converting Music
I tend to purchase all my cds used from Amazon then rip them to FLAC using EAC. As mentioned by rlwainwright above, buying a CD used is still cheaper in most cases than buying the digital only copy from Amazon.By the way, I have about 6000 cds tha... 
Speakers that sound like Usher Be-20s/10s
I used to own the big Be-10s! Loved them. What is the your room size? I felt that the Focals sounded similar in terms of clarity and attack. 
How much better is Esoteric K-03 vs K-05?
@Denon1, just curious what your thoughts are on using the K-01 direct to the amp. Correct me if I am wrong but I thought the K-01 adjusts volume digitally?? 
How much better is Esoteric K-03 vs K-05?
I am exactly your same boat. I am trying to keep this version of my system within a reasonable budget but the K-03 keeps beckoning me! 
What time do you wear?
IWC Portuguese and Pilot, TAG Link, Ulysse Nardin 
Any experience with Esoteric K-05?
I have owned both the Cary 306 (not pro) and numerous Esoteric unit (X-03, P3/D5 combo). To my hears, I just love the way Esoteric cdps sound. To me and my system, the Esoteric sounded more resolving and energetic. Dont get me wrong, the Cary 306 ... 
Sonus Faber Cremona Auditors with low power amp?
Thanks guys! Much appreciated! Now I need to find me an amp in my budget! 
Downsizing from Ayre MX-R monoblocks
Thank you for the great responses everyone. I apologize for not being more specific. Unfortunately my previous rig was completely sold off (look up Beauty and the Beast)when we did a major home remodel last year. I am now ready to jump back into t... 
Help a recovering audiophile build a system
Thanks for the response everyone! Dpac996, the Pass Int is on my list as well as the Ayre. As for dacs, I am looking at the Ayre and Esoteric. These are all brands I have had in my system at one point. Of course I am open to others.Daverz, I curre... 
new Eva Cassidy "Somewhere"
I am listening to this cd right now and as I said in my original post, this is definitely not her finest work. For the first time Eva fan I would recommend American Tune or Imagine or Songbird. That being said, this cd is not horrible. There are s... 
new Eva Cassidy "Somewhere"
Doug_kraz, what I should have said a new release with some obviously previously unreleased material. 
Ever feel like we are going nowhere here?
I think the topic of your post completely embodies the never ending audiophile pursuit of nirvana. 
Parasound Halo A23 Amp/P3 Halo Preamp
I had the A21 and P3. The A21 did experience a problem but the guys at Parasound took care of it promptly. Assuming the Halo line gives your friend the sound he is after, I would recommend this product as a great entry level system. 
Speakers you regret selling
Semi, get those User BE-20s!!! You wont regret it. I am sure it is going to be very hard for me to find a speaker that can replace my beloved BE-10. But its either get new speakers, a new house, or a new wife. I definitely cannot afford the last t...