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XLR or SE cable?
lol. Me too 
Interconnect for sweet, silky violin sound
I see the Cardas name quite a bit in this thread. 
Cable Costs Relative to System
I have read that many have spent quite a bit in thier systems. My question is, What kind of transformers and power supplies are in these components? I am talking mainly about power cords and conditioners. Maybe a modification to the transformer ( ... 
Cable Costs Relative to System
I have read 15 to 17% is not uncommon for cable 
Review: Usher Be-718 Monitor
It could be that my room was not big enough at the time of audution. Gary, how big is your listening room? 
Review: Usher Be-718 Monitor
It is an Audio Research amp. I have never had a problem driving anything with it. I just listened to them again through a 200 plus watt Marantz solid state amp about a week ago and did not hear a difference. In fact, the Audio Research piece I fee... 
Review: Usher Be-718 Monitor
I auditioned Ushers with a 100 watt solid state amp. I would agree, there was a lot missing. Maybe I need a 400 watt amp. Why would I bother with a 400 watt boat anchor? Considering your equipment, I think there are better choices. I am currently ... 
Mcintosh autoformers.....
Correction - mc275 has transformers not autoformers. 
Mcintosh autoformers.....
mc275 has autoformers and is tube. I think it may be one of the original autoformer designs by Mcintosh. 
Subwoofers and Merlins
So you have yours set at the 20hz range out of phase. You said you have it wired withthe speaker level input. What is that? I have one and I do not know what you mean. 
Question - speaker placement - B & W 805
My room is dedicated. 15x19. I like the weight of the music when they are close to the rear wall but the instruments sound too close together. When I move them out into the room,the soundstage gets huge. I do have my 805's pointed straight out int... 
Shocker - CAL CL 15 vs Marantz KI Pearl SACD
Now I am Listening to Eva Cassidy, Live at Blues Alley, Bridge Over Troubled Water. Goosebumps 
Shocker - CAL CL 15 vs Marantz KI Pearl SACD
lol, I was waiting for somebody to say something. It even brings me goosebumps with Celine Dion. 
Shocker - CAL CL 15 vs Marantz KI Pearl SACD
I have heard that the Cary pieces are quite the value. Unfortunately, nobody sells the stuff locally. I would love to hear it someday. 
Suggestions for a cd player/transport
I think I will keep what I have