telemarcer

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I bought a Marantz at Goodwill and now I have a few questions
So. I paid $50. Should I wire via TV/ect crap outputs for phono and ground with the 10+ ground screws that seem to be available? And then biwire my speakers without bananas and then do my sub via a different output? Sorry but new to this. Honestly... 
Kinki Studio EX-M1 200wpc Integrated Amplifier
Can someone please post a photo of this amp in your system? Just trying to see size vs other gear etc. Thanks 
Kinki Studio EX-M1 200wpc Integrated Amplifier
I haven't ordered it (or listened to it) yet but this has to be the best amp on the market in the under $5K range... I am tempted to drive 5 hrs to ATL just to hear this.  
Amp upgrades under $3K for bookshelf system
Thanks nonoise. I will definitely read up on the Kinki!! 
Amp upgrades under $3K for bookshelf system
Would a big McIntosh (for example) that's in good shape but a few years old give me that? So many great deals on used gear at a 50% or more discount to be had but I don't know how to begin deciding. I don't have a local audio store in my area that... 
Amp upgrades under $3K for bookshelf system
Thanks again for another option I had never considered. Re Soix; I have an open space with a living room, dining room and kitchen that I want to be able to hear all nuances of my favorite jazz vinyl. Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins, Billy Holiday, Al Hib... 
Amp upgrades under $3K for bookshelf system
caphill I greatly appreciate the suggestion. I will check out the Osiris 
Amp upgrades under $3K for bookshelf system
Thank you for your replies. I have been reading for weeks it seems but still don't know where to start when it coms to trying to rank them based on my system needs.  
Most overrated bands
Huh, what? Sting, talking heads overrated? How about Cream/Clapton? They/He are the biggest joke.  
Joule Electra question
Ok will do. Thanks again for the info. 
Joule Electra question
Thanks for taking the time to reply. So probably not something I should try to take on myself? I am relatively handy but new to higher end (and especially) vintage audio equipment. 
Please suggest bookshelf with best bass response under $4000 pr.
 No love for Sonus Faber? 
Bookshelf speakers that sound good on a SHELF or SIDEBOARD
+1 Sonus Faber. Very happy with my Venere 2.0  
Shopping at Goodwill anyone?
HK CD player, pioneer LD turntable and some old vinyl is the best I have found. Lots of Jonny Mathis and Burt Bacharach. Still hoping for that vintage tube amp...