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Do I really need a preamp?
Try the Mod Squad Line Drive. It's called a passive preamp but it's really a quality-switching device. It gives all the versatility of a preamp but without the gain/color. They can be found on the used market for $100. to $150. 
Where to buy speaker stand spikes ?
Try Hilti threaded anchors. They have threads on one end and 1" spikes on the other and come in various sizes ie: 1/4", 7/16"... They are used in construction to anchor material to concrete walls and ceilings. They are shot into concrete and the s... 
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
"The Who Live at Leeds", Restored ans Remastered."Cinemagic" Dave Grusin."Underwater Sunlight" Tangerine DreamDvorak: Sernade OP.22, Notturno OP.40. Under the Delos label, Gerard Schwarz and the L.A. Chamber Orch."Trampoline"* The Mavericks.These ... 
The BEST system you've ever built !!!!
Thiel 6Krell 200 FPB Kinergetics BSC SW200 Subwoofer system. (Part time)California Audio Labs Alpha/Delta up-graded to 24/96 with Fiber Optic connection.Adcom GTP-400.Speaker Cable: 12 awg Copper Solid Core Irrigation wire.Interconnection: Microph... 
The best CD Player for the money
I got a Cal Audio Alpha/Delta used, had it upgraded by the factory. The whole thing cost $755.00. I've had 6 cd players over 15 years, some costing many times more but this is the BEST....so far lol 
Best Male Singers of the 20th Century
Jim Morrison 
Krell FPB 200c versus FPB 300c
I have an older Krell 200 FPB and it drives Thiel 6’s and Acoustat Spectra 33(Old Electrostatic Speakers) to ear magic. As stated above, the FPB amps get hot, I mean REAL hot, but it is worth it. I did put in the “recommended” separate 20-amp circ... 
Seeking amplifier information
I can only speak for Krell. There service is outstanding. I bought a used FPB 200 from a listing on the Internet. After a few months of use the amp started to smoke and smell. I called Krell and explained what had happened. They asked for the SN# ... 
Class Action Suit against UPS?
I Love UPS!! They are keeping people employed who use to be pushing all their belongings down the street in a Grocery Cart. 
Kinergetics SW200 rip-off ??
I have used the Kinergetics SW200 system for almost 10 years and have found it very good based of BOOM for Buck. I used them with Acoustat Spectra 33’s for 8 years. Your problems sounds very similar to mine. I used the same Stereoplile disc and th... 
Who is Most Beautiful female singer ever
Mama Lion 
CD Player w Volume control-Suggestions?
Try a MOD SQUAD Line Drive, it is a passive switching device. Used, it’s about $350.00(US) or less. Then depending on your system and EARS find a CD player you like. Keep in mind formats will be changing to either SDCD or DVD-Audio, so you may wha... 
Best Customer Service (Manufacturer)
Krell has out standing service. I bought a used Krell 200FPB. After a few months started to smoke and shut down. I called Krell and a person answer the phone in the service dept. No, really a real live person was on the line and polite too. They a... 
Really good home electrical wiring.
What ever you use, make use it listed for use in Dwellings and complys with all the requirments of your local Building Department. Signed "Your Local Building Inspector" 
Amp (<10k$) for Thiel CS7.2s
I have Thiel 6's and a Krell FPB200. I have found the Krell to be “very interconnect dependant”. The more expensive the wire, the worse it sounded. I ended up using some Radio Shack mic cable, why did have that cable; it’s a long story. After find...