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Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Just wanted to share as the Bent burns in the sonic virtues I mentioned in the review, such as microdynamics, tonal vividness/image density, and macrodynamics have just gotten better as the hours go by. I would also add to this list rhythmic drive... 
where are Zanden dealers in the US
Ramy, I believe that Glen Poor Audio of Chicago used to have Zanden as one of their lines. I'm not sure, but why don't you give them a call. 
CD players/Transports/DACs
Ckoffend, I recommend that you take a look at a thread I started entitled, Reference Dacs: An overall perspective, which has tons of the type of information you are seeking. 
Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Gmood1, just wanted to share that the information regarding the type of wire that John Chapman uses in the Tap's transformers is not the stock wire of the standard Stevens&Billington transformers, is correct on my part.John uses a special OCC ... 
Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Dbld, John Chapman, just like Guy Hammel of Placette, allows a 30 day home audition period to see if the Tap will work in your system and give the sonic signature your looking for. 
Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Gmood1, if you go to SIX MOONS website and look at what is called a "Pre-view" of the Bent Tap it will explain that Chapman's Bent Audio was never part of Music First, but they work together and yes both use the same transformers, but John does us... 
Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Gmood1, I could be wrong without a doubt, but I think John Chapmen has the S&B trannies customized to a certain extent compared to the stock transformers. Also, he uses Arlon Boards and ribbon wiring which could, in a very subtle way, influenc... 
best preamps in the 4K-8K range
Tcheathertree, I just posted a review on the Bent Tap passive linestage compared to the Placette Active linestage that will provide you with information on both of these wonderful pieces. Each is in your budget range, so I would recommend you put ... 
How many us a Line Conditioner with a Big SS Amp
Joefama, I use the Running Springs Audio Jaco line conditioner, which is non current limiting, with my Pass Labs XA-100's and Threshold SA-1's with great success and no sonic downside as far as I can tell.You will get many different opinions regar... 
Tube Preamps...I'm sold
Clfcarney, let me comment on your statement that, "... 14 different plugs for Placette by Teajay". Yes, I shared on many different threads information on the Placette Active Line Stage regarding its sonic performance, build quality, and its very r... 
Tube Preamps...I'm sold
Clfcarney, well I'm glad you have a sense of humor regarding your own opinion of being condescending, on to your other statements and questions.1) I prefer not to share the name of the dealer who I got the Shindo preamp, he's a fine gentleman with... 
Tube Preamps...I'm sold
Clfcarney, I find your personnal remarks somewhat condescending, however I'll take the high road and respond to your question. But, first some remarks to your statements:1) I love when my experience differs from others regarding certain pieces the... 
Tube Preamps...I'm sold
Tbooe, with all due respect, I'm glad your very excited regarding auditioning different reference level tube preamps, however let's not jump to the conclusion that they are far superior to the best of the reference solid state preamps around today... 
"Budget" preamp choices.
Meyvn, I would highly recommend you put on your audition list a used Placette passive line stage, new it goes for $1600.00, however you can find used for around $900.00,yes, a little over your budget, but a killer that competes sonicly with line s... 
Feedback on new Ayre MX-R Monoblocks
Cvman, there is a recent post that contains the information you are seeking regarding the sonics of the MX-R monoblocks. It contains my experience in auditioning them, I found them somewhat "dry/lifeless" compared to my Pass Labs XA-1`monoblocks, ...