timlub

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First amp.
Used NAD, Audio Refinement Complete integrated, something along those lines will keep you in Audiophile equipment affordably. 
Need help in selling amp&preamp
I am assuming that you are fishing to try to find their current value... I my memory serves me, these are from the mid 80's... Preamp fairly nice, transparent pre, amp is a bit dark sounding, 200 watts per channel.First, I am not making offers, I ... 
USB DAC or CDP for $200?
GBB, I wanted to give you another solution, very inexpensive, several hundred of these sold to the DIY community, overall a good response... This should compete with any name brand @ $300 and its cheap. They offer a $35 upgrade on the clocks, prob... 
USB DAC or CDP for $200?
I don't want to step on any opinions about the Marantz, it is a fine machine and gorgeous for the money, I want to be clear to say that I haven't sat in front of it, so I may be speaking out of term. If I were after my primary source to be USB, I ... 
USB DAC or CDP for $200?
Not too many people around here like Chinese fleabay stuff, but hear you go, this is a hard core value. A name brand anywhere will be $600 plus. USB input only, Xmos Asynchronous, AKM4399(same as Schiit)... Beware that this board has been updated,... 
Help select integrated 2 channel amp under 1000
Agree with the CAP150, it may be getting older, but this is a solid design that has not been walked over. This is a solid audiophile product with good imaging, dynamics and power supply to power those ML. 
Preamp with Tone Control Recommendations ....
Spread Spectrum Technologies Ambrosia 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
I am in St. Louis, I've had several established audiophiles sit in front of my system and have heard comment after comment about the transparency of my system... Cables made a difference, but can't comment on the reviewers experience. You would ce... 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
The CLX is a Coda CL with upgraded parts. The CL is a slight improvement over the Windows Continuum 4. I own a CL, it is the highest value pre that I have sat in front of. This is a bold Statement, but I would have no problem putting the CLX in th... 
Solid State to replace Audio Research REF110?
Sorry, the SST recommended should have been Ampzilla 2000 
Solid State to replace Audio Research REF110?
SST Ambrosia should do a good job for you 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
If you used it in Balanced mode, the Audio Research LS 9 can be had for $1000 to $1200Coda Window's Continuum 3 or 4 might be found at that price.Adcom GFP-750 can be had at that priceMaybe a Classe 5 or 6 (not DR, Not 50 or 60) DR no remote...50 ... 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
Agree with the Muse Model 3.... excellent, single ended, balanced and remote.... Look for the 3 Signature, an upgraded version, should still be had for $800 to $1000 
Best modern speaker to match old Mark Levinson
Those amps will drive just about anything, your are lucky that you can explore the universe of speakers and pick with confidence that your amp can drive it.... I don't think though that I'd recommend finding the hardest to drive loads that you can... 
Preamp with tone controls?
I've recommended this before, its a great preamp. Your budget is close, not sure if someone will give one up or not..Spread Spectrum Technology Ambrosia Used usually goes $2500 to $3500 USD (I've only seen $2500 once, $3500 seems to be the price)W...