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Is Nordost Frey IC similar to Heimdall?
Hi Mjordanas,Gee, if it were me I would just save my pennies until I could afford the Heimdall. IMO the price is not that much more then your budget and I'm fairly certain your dealer would hold the interconnect for you with a small deposit. I hav... 
BAT VK75 vs. BAT VK75SE - which is more euphonic?
Eweedhome, From my experience I can tell you that the treble of the VK-75se will be more extended, detailed, have more air and be less forward in nature then the VK-75. I feel these qualities make the 75se "less" fatiguing.Also, the bass will be ... 
BAT VK75 vs. BAT VK75SE - which is more euphonic?
Hello Eweedhome,I find the quality of the highs is what counts. I think you'll find the treble of the VK-75se to have much less grain and more refinement than the ARC. This quality will let you listen into the music on the recording instead of bei... 
Weights on a preamp
Hello Chashmal,If it is safe and practical to do so you may want to try removing the cover from the preamp. I have found my preamp sounds EVEN better with the cover off. YMMVGood luck,Tom 
Improve your hearing?
Hello Pedrillo,Just wondering why you didn't tell us what you have found that works for you. Who knows? ... it might help others.All the best,Tom 
Spectron Musician III SE Mk.2? What Changed?
Gee, I wouldn't care what the Spectron sounds like. After reading this thread I would never, ever buy a Spectron amp .... just my takeEnjoy 
Impressions of the BAT REX
Hello Inman,Just wanted to write to say thanks for the good review and that I'm glad you are also enjoying the REX. I've had the REX for over a year now and it still amazes me. IMO the REX has a unique way with texture that I have not experienced ... 
Need opinions on a tube amp for Wilson WP8
Hello Nick,Try a pair of Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) VK-150se amps. Audiogon member Jfrech has the W/P8's with these amps, you may want to send him a email for the specifics. I use the BAT 150se amps along with the BAT REX pre-amp driving Aval... 
choice of ref pre amps
Another recommendation for the BAT/REX. I feel it very well may be the best audio purchase I've made. Good luck in your decision.Enjoy,Tom 
Mark Levinson Nr32 compares to .........
Hello Maxx,The BAT REX preamp is highly detailed and IMO oozes emotion!!! Hope you find what works for you.Good luck,Tom 
Upgrading from Kharma 3.2 to Verity Parsifal
Hi Argyro,Just wanted to write to say congratulations! Glad you are enjoying music with the new speakers.All the best,Tom 
BAT VK55 vs VK 60
Hello Mikey,I just wanted to let you know that Victor once told me he actually was a able to squeeze a little more power out of the VK-55 over the VK-75. Just a more efficient reworking of the circuit design would be my guess. I never had a chance... 
Valhalla interconnects - recommended?
Hello Halcro,I went from Cardas GR interconnects and speaker cables to Valhalla. I initially auditioned some Valhalla power cords for my amps and pre-amp. I was so thrilled with the improvement I later auditioned the Valhalla interconnect first an... 
What's an Audiophool to do?
Try to audition a pair of BAT VK150se mono-block amps in your system. Good luck 
Need quick answer- BAT VK3iX vs. BAT VK3ixSE
Hi,Going from word of mouth, VK3ixSE.Good luck,Tom