tom_hankins

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Budget Speaker Recommendation?
Check out the new Imagine line of PSB speakers. BIG sound out of small speakers. I was really impressed with the quality for such small $$$. 
bi-am vs better monoblock?
You might want to look for a used parasound HCA 3500 amp. Its monoblocks in one case, with tons of power and very close in sound quality to the JC1s (JC1s had a more refined treble/upper midrange) But the HCA3500 had better bass/midbass responce. ... 
Thiel 2.4 with NAD integrateds
I've heard them sound pretty good with the M3. Source was the Rega Saturn. 
Amp for Thiel CS6
Tried Pass, Ayre, and JC1s, all worked well but the Krell FPB was the keeper. 
Harbeth SHL5 vs 40.1
I've got treatment up now, but its easily moved around. Plus my room is dedicated so i dont have to worry about placement becoming an issue. 
Harbeth SHL5 vs 40.1
Markus, How big is your room? Do you (and any other 40.1 owners) think they would work in a 14 1/2 X 19 1/2 X 8 foot room? Also with the power I'm using now? manley Snapper 100 watt amps. 
Harbeth P3 stands....... Skylan or Sound Anchor
I chose Sound Anchor. Not sure if they are better or not, but i think they look better and i know they are heavy and sturdy. 
Harbeth 7es3 with Simaudio i-1
If you dont mind tubes, the Manleys have been a great match with my harbeths. maybe a Stingray? 
Best Headphones & Amp---Opinions Please
It depends on the Int. But I've found that most dedicated headphone amps outperform most jacks off preamps and int. amps. there are however some great headphone outs on some of the Carys and manleys and some vintage stuff. if i owned the HD800 i w... 
Musical Speakers
British monitors 
Harbeth 7es3 with Simaudio i-1
I've heard harbeths with alot of different components and have found them to be one of the least picky speakers as far sounding good with different gear. of course (i would think) the better the gear you use the better they will sound. 
SED Winged C el34. Help
Has anyone compared the winged C EL34 with the new production tung Sol EL34s? Thanks 
Harbeth SHL5 vs 40.1
Way to go! Look forward to your comparison.(although my wallet might not) 
Harbeth SHL5 vs 40.1
Considering the starter of this thread already owns the Harbeths, and is thinking about upgrading in there line, we can assume he is one of the many that likes them. 
Next Analog Steps: VPI Scout Users
If your happy with Dynavector. I'll second the cartridge upgrade to the XX2 MKII. A big upgrade over your current cartridge and works well with your table and arm.