thorman

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Klipsch KG4 v. Vandersteen 2ce NOT Sig
I think you need to go one step higher to the 3 or 3a Vandy to appreciate the difference...I think the Klipsch KG4 is hellova speaker given it cost..May not get enough respect. You have to go higher in the Vandy line to be happy...... 
A higher level than Mullard in tube quality?
Just be careful who you buying the tubes from...Sometings tube testing and rating of ones tube can be pretty vague..I would spend the extra $ and go with reliable tube sellers...... vs..Joe Shmos' used but test new tubes..... 
Observations on Audiogon Posts
All good answers ( even my own )..I guess the thing we have to keep in mind is that we ( Audiogon folk ) are a family of sort and I for one get a kick at helping someone if I can..I have been buying equipment for 40 years and though I certainly do... 
Observations on Audiogon Posts
I agree with you completely,but unfortunetly some people don't ( or won't ) do there homework and hope someone elses suggestions will cut the trip short..Sometimes we all get a little gun shy too..Most don't want to make a costly mistake and feel ... 
Spare tubes? How many?
always have a full set ready and a used pair ( that still work ) ..Always keep your last working set ( thats just tired ) ...Accidents can happen!! I keep 1 fresh complete set and 1 tired set...I use EL34 ( quad ) 2 pairs 12at7, 1 pair 12bh7a and ... 
Speaker recommendations specifically for Lamm ML2
i have heard them quite a while ago in a relatively small room with the Kharma 3.0 and 4.0 and they sounded fabulous...Same room,same amps also heard them with Proac floorstanders ( #3 I think ) also sounded very,very nice...I would think that the... 
Small Floor Stander or Monitor For Large Room
Nice looking pair of Proac 2 with stands on this site $1300..These should fit the bill very nicely........ 
PC & Dedicated Power Lines Questions
Hi : I think Rushton makes a good point.Once up and running you maynot need to Hydra...I did the 3 line dedicated line upgrade ( 12 guage ) ,with 2 for analog and one for digital and it worked out great..I am using the Vh Audio flavor4 power cords... 
efficiant speaker with good bass?
How about a nice Vintage pair of Klipsch Forte 2 or Cornwalls...Maybe not quite as refined as some big $ speakers but all else is pretty darn good...... 
CD Player: "Love at First Listen" recommendation
have to say the Meridian 508/24....Still have it 
Analog playback issues
Sounds like she used the same " bad " cartridge for both tables..That would make sense>>>>>>> 
Break in time for Nordost Valhalla
Send them to me .I'll break em in for you!!!!!! 
Channel Imbalance...HELP
..Is it possible that you have one speaker connection out of phase? Its very easy to do...Good luck......... 
Tube Amp Hum
Could it be from your cable tv provider? Many have had problems with cable tv and stereo system using the same eletrical lines...Or possibly your refrigerator...Just 2 thoughts.......Good luck 
Anyone heard Opera Callas Mini?
Thanks Hoggshead: I am actually thinking of downsizing from my Kharma 1.0 speakers and considered the Opera Callas mini. Right now I really have my eye on the Ridge Street Audio Sason Granite Monitor . Though I do need to sell my speakers first......