thorndyke

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atc 150 asl pro
I use canary wth my active SCM 20A-2's (modern)Absolutly no need to spend any moe than this. 
Quad 988 in 15' x 12' room
how long to break in 988's? 
Speakers for a small room, looking for feedback
I do not know the rest of your system, but if you are starting from scratch, look at the new high tech active ATC 20's. Built in amplification is the key here and the dynamics will startle you vs the passive plain jane but fabulous 20's. the activ... 
Can I get "Great" used speakers for $1800??
I agree with paralysis response; get yourself some Spendor 1/2's used for 1800.00 1900.00 thru jeffs sound values and never look back. one of the best, period and a steal even brand new. forget style listen to the music. 
Will my QUADs drive Spendor S100s?
I have driven the 100's (sp model) with a nait 3r with good results. As always the better the source the better the music meaning you do not really need to equate quantity with quality. 
What type or kind of electronics ss.,tubes, sep..
Hello Rickie I did own the 100's and drove them with a naim nait 3. (approx 1400.00 US) I now have a Naim 82 preamp and a Naim 180 with a naim CDX and Spendor 1/2's. It's better, but???? I am expeting to install a new pair of SP 100's tomorrow. Tr...