vladimir

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SS or Tube Preamps with Dual-Balanced outputs
Accuphase C-2810, C-4110; Ayre KX-R. 
Power conditioner with Ayre amps
I have also used APC backup systems ever since I have a home computer, without a single problem. 
Power conditioner with Ayre amps
If you really care about your expensive system and until all the others catch up with battery backup, I believe there is only one brand to buy: APC's S-series. And it sounds good too, according to my favorite reviewer, Martin G. DeWulf. 
Soundsmith "The Voice"?
Bump. Inquiring minds want to know. 
Integrateds: Warm sounding SS vs Hybrid
Magnum Dynalab MD 208 Receiver, with a great FM tuner as a bonus, or the MD 308 without the tuner. 
History on ohm A's and F's.
Dale Harder recones original Ohm speakers and builds his own, improved versions of both A and F models. He can be reached at:dale@hhr-lasers.com or 440-888-2163 in Parma, Ohio 
PMC OB1 experience
No, I haven't listened to the new one but if it is out of your reach, I love the old one just as it is. 
PMC OB1 experience
That would be sufficient in a small to medium sized room. Make sure you get the new, improved model. 
Best bookshelf monitor under $1000 new or used.
Role Audio Kayaks, tiny (8 x 5.5 x 6.5) giant killers. 
Monarchy NM24 as a pre-amp -- good enough for me?
I agree with the other posters who recommend the Monarchy as a preamp, probably the biggest bang for the buck I've listened to if one includes the superb tube DAC. I have the original M24 model and replaced all tubes with 2 matched pairs of EH6922... 
Totem "The One" compared to original "Model One"
How much does The One cost? 
Internet radio stations that sound really good
Classic FM, London 
I just don't get PC Audio
Arbuckle, you forgot to add another two cons about PC audio:1. tagging, especially classical music, is still more hard work on top of ripping.2. Not being able to read anything about the music you're playing, once the CDs are locked up in the atti... 
Ohm Walsh 5-S3
Don't be shy, go ahead and tell us about the 1000is. I have read they are among the best. The stands don't look like a solid foundation if you have carpet floors. Are spikes a possibility?As much as I like Ohms, I don't think they compare to your ... 
2-3K, Integrated or Seperates
Go the full integration route with the Magnum Dynalab MD 208 receiver! Subwoofer output and smooth, lush Simaudio-made amplifier section.