thorman

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Tubes for Audible Illusions Modulus 3A?
Lugnut makes a good point. Even stock tubes from the Audio Manufacturer are usually tested and screened better.Don't forget they also want there stuff to sound there best.I have been buying stock tubes from Thor Audio for 8 years and never had a p... 
New Jazz CD.
I just stumbled onto a new singer on the Maxjazz label.Maxjazz.com.. Dena Derose ( female singer/piano player). album called "A walk in the park ".Big suprize! Nice recording great singer, good album.Looks like a nice web site with some interestin... 
Wilson Sophia
One other thing you should consider is if you buy the Wilsons' now,you will have them and later may be able to afford better electronics to add .At least for now you'll be able to enjoy the speaker you really like.Maybe not at its full potential b... 
Speaker upgrade
Bryanhod : I think if you pick one of the smaller Kharmas' it'll work fine.As long as you can bring them out a few feet from the wall.If you can find a 3.0 or 3.1 they should,nt be too costly and sound very similar. When I was demoing the kharmas ... 
Speaker upgrade
If you like female/male voices and jazz,to me this puts you into a Kharma ceramiqe series loudspeaker.They don't get any better for that type stuff.I enjoy my 1.0 Kharmas very much.Just right for what i listen too. I know they are not cheap but no... 
David Elrod. the man , the cable the company.
Haven't had the chance to deal with David Elrod but must agree with Kehut, Robert at Ridge Street has become a great asset to this crazy business.His great attitude,sense of humor, honesty and downright great product is amazing.... 
Kharma Ceramique in a small room ?
I have had the Kharma 1.0 ( 2 sizes up ) for quite awhile and do feel I know them pretty well. I would say you may be pushing it a bit. I would ask for a home demo if possible. All Kharmas love breathing room and sound there best when allowed to b... 
Why one side is very much louder than the other si
Could be the cartride. Check you setting on the downward pressure and anti skate settings. If its not that I would try checking the cartidge itself. I am sure other Audiogon members with more analog experience will have more informed ideas... 
great SS amps for the klipsch rf7
I would think a used Classe amp would be a great starting point to look for.Great amps,well made and have a touch of warmth that'll work well with the Klipsch... 
Need suggestions on upgradeing from B&W N805
I would think with the Mac gear and Audience cables a good fit might be the Merlins' . Either the MX ( full range ) or the Monitors if you want to keep your sub....Unless you have a realy large room I would think this should be a great fit for you. 
does more power=better quality ?
I agree with Nrchy. You can make a "cheap" high powered amp,that'll sound like crap and also make an amp with very very few watts and it can sound gorgeous.Doesn't matter what they look like either it about whats inside that counts.Most Audiophile... 
How To Improve B&W N802 Bass Response?
Try the Flavor 4 by Vh audio power cord on your monos,You should notice right away the increase in the bass impact.You will also find out why many ( or all ) love the flavor 4 so much. 
Full Range Speaker $15-$20000 Range?
I'll say right off that I don't listen to Classical at all ,but think there has to be a "Kharma" to fit those Thor electronics.I am drooling at the thoughtr of having your problem.I am using the Kharma 1.0 speakers with Thor T1000 and TPA30 monos ... 
Hydra 6 vs Hydra 8?
If I remember correctly there is a review on www.stereotimes.com about the hydras. I think ( not positive ) it was mentioned that the makup of the 8 Hydra is a bit different then the others ,sound and internal make up. From what i can remember the... 
Product to fill up speaker/audio stands and racks
I have also heard of some using Kitty Litter,,which was said to do just as well as sand....