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Tube Integrated Amp-Power Filter?
Phil speaks the truth. 
Most high-quality loudspeakers are 4-Ohms
....no.... 
Ruby el34s sound flat?
Give them some time then reevaluate.Just a thought. 
Speaker and amp help
Personaly,I would not make it any more complicated than it has to be.I firmly believe in the K.I.S.S.(keep it simple stupid) theory.There are also folks who think "the more the better".You have to choose which way you want to go.Good luck. 
Speaker and amp help
This is from the spec sheet for the kappas.Notice the allowable input of 300w.That doesn't mean minimum input.Rating of a mode Scheme 4 ways, 4 loudspeaker bass-reflex scheme, and a floor type Using unit For low-pass: 30cm cone type For inside low... 
no excitement from my Cambridge 840 cd
This thread is a perfect example of how people perceive sound differently. 
Best Remakes Of All Time
Speaking of Santana,"Black Magic Woman" and "Oye Como Va" are without a doubt,IMHO,two of the best remakes of all time.Plus,they are on the same album. 
My girl friend is a genius
I'm just refering to turning the volume down in general. 
Speaker and amp help
Why do you feel you need 300 watts for these speakers?Just curious. 
My girl friend is a genius
In my opinion that is usually the case. 
Anyone spent time with the Totem Wind?
James,you hear what you hear.What other folks hear should not sway you.Just a thought. 
Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP
J,Sgr stated in his post to run the non-audio stuff off an extention cord from another circuit.I agree with him in your situation.This is an easy way to seperate the non-audio stuff.Just make sure it's a different circuit and not just another rece... 
Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP
That's a lot of stuff for one duplex receptical and lots of opportunity for noises.I suggest you find a way to seperate the non-audio stuff.A surge protector will not do what you are looking for.Also,IMHO,using cheap power strips is asking for mor... 
new amp choices
Spend the $2000-$2500 on the speakers,then find an amp that works well with them for $1000-$2000.Just my opinion.Happy hunting. 
Upgrading Speaker Components
When you say "nice cabinets" do you mean they look nice or they are designed nice? Good looks are just one part of the cabinet equasion.Manufacturers spend lots of money to ensure that drivers,crossovers and cabinets work together.If your speakers...