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Anybody try the new Heaven 11 Billie Mk 2?
@samureyex  Thanks for the suggestions.  I was just looking at the Atma class D last night and it's a bit more $$$ than I can spend at the moment but they're on my short list.  I'm still on the hunt for a higher power amp and I'll likely end up w... 
Synthesis Amplifiers: One of High End's Best Kept Secrets?
@waltersalas  That's a good point and one of the reasons why I'm shopping for a high watt/current amp to try on the speakers I have now before deciding on switching them out.  
Considering moving to separates with a tube preamp-appreciate recommendations
@jackd  Sounds good, thanks!  
Considering moving to separates with a tube preamp-appreciate recommendations
@jackd  These are the specs they have currently: Main preamplifier gain with tone controls centered - 12dB (x4) Frequency response is  20Hz to 30KHz, +/-0.1dB Output impedance, 625 OHMS; Input impedance 1M Tone controls, boost and cut of 12dB... 
Considering moving to separates with a tube preamp-appreciate recommendations
Hi @jackd , I was looking at the Kinki EX-M7 and can you tell me if they’re picky about preamps? I have a Erhard Aretha tube preamp (6SL7 tubes) that I could run it with.  
Considering moving to separates with a tube preamp-appreciate recommendations
The only preamp I have at the moment is an Erhard Aretha so I can recommend that if you want a tube pre with tone controls.  
Galion TS120
@dz13  I had the same feeling, I wasn't sure how factual everything is but it sure is interesting and entertaining.  Gotta love HIFI drama.  As far as youtubers go, I don't trust them any farther than I could throw them.  They're just talking head... 
Galion TS120
I do find it interesting that Doge would air the "dirty laundry" on the website.  Normally you don't see that type of thing publicized.  I'm impressed with their passion about their products though so I can see why they would want to set the recor... 
Galion TS120
Wow I thought Thomas' Galleon looked like a Doge product.  Another HIFI huckster?  
Why Is Hi Fi Gear So Darn Expensive?
It's expensive when new and resale value is terrible for most of this stuff which is great for buyers, less so for sellers.  
Need preamp recommendations for a Dynakit ST-35.
I ended up buying an Erhard Aretha preamp.  :)  
Looking for advise with selecting next integrated amp
benmeadows 6 posts 03-04-2023 at 12:57pm  I have a friend who spent 15k on his McIntosh integratedand loves it, or thinks he does. I absolutely love my Ayon tube integrated, although if you are wanting digital that isn't the way to go. Digital... 
Preamp tube for cronus magnum iii
This is what I have in my CMIII 12AU7 spot: Amperex Holand 1960s Bugleboy selected “red tip” medical grade    
Bought the Chord Qutest. Love it. Hate the power supply.
Ian, why’d you sell the Qutest?  Seems like you liked it.   
Review of Rogue Audio RP-9 preamp
@audibleguy just email rogue, they’re nice folks.