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My new Soundsmith Straingauge cartridge
I have tried to read everything available on the internet about Peter's SG cartridge and am very close to buying one because of their obvious design advantages. I just have one simple question that I can't get answered. I understand that a strict ... 
Review: Soundsmith SG-410 Strain Gauge Cartridge Cartridge
I have tried to read everything available on the internet about Peter's SG cartridge and am very close to buying one because of their obvious design advantages. I just have one simple question that I can't get answered. I understand that a strict ... 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
I can only add that to my mind Charles appears to have an insightful father. 
Avalon Compas
Checking to see if anyone has heard the Compas yet?? 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
Thanks Knghifi will do. I have also been told to take a hard look at the Tidal. 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
Thanks much for your comments. They will definitely prompt some additional caution and thought on my part.Regarding point (1): I originally was directed to the Conrad Johnson GAT and ARC Ref 10 (12 db of gain) by a representative of at Pass as a p... 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
Thanks Rlwainwright for your insights. I guess in my simplistic view I just really find that I prefer the Pass Class A sound and want a highly resolving speaker to complement what my XA200.5s offer. I have found mods can do a lot to help room cond... 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
Peterayer,Interestingly the XS-300 is reported to output 50 amps max on the Pass web site; the XA200.5 puts out 48 amps! I wish I had a clearer understanding of how that current would drive the Q5's. Comments from Q5 owners are appreciated. (Remem... 
Magico Q5 and Pass Labs XA200.5 Synergy
Peterayer,Thanks for the post. I have paid attention to your comments in the past and was hoping to get your feedback.My problem is I have heard the Q3's resolution and simply can't imagine any speaker satisfying my personal tastes more (with the ... 
Avalon Compas
Any impressions from RMAF of the Compas? 
Wold like comments on the Avalon Compas
09-17-13: James63Jeff Fritz is about the only review worth listening too these days. He is the only one I ever see saying he likes one speaker better than the other. No dancing around the question.James63 I hear your point, but I agree with Siddh... 
Avalon Compas
Has anyone heard these yet or is anyone aware of any reviews I may have misses??? 
Avalon Compas
Has onyone heard these yet? 
Avalon Compas
Melb,Thanks. I had read a forum refernce to the $50K and thought it was out of line. I wasn't able to find a credible reference until yours. Thx. 
Avalon Compas
Well said Bvd and Link. Exactly why I am so excited about getting a chance to hear the Compass which may capture some of the phenomenal atributes (magic) of the Contriva, for a price within my budget. Has anyone heard of a price on the diamond ver...