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What's wrong? Nuforce/Capri no better than Sunfire
My experience has taught me that the NuForce 9SE V2 amps really like tube preamps. 
smooth warm CDP with SACD
Can you tell us what interconnects/speaker cables you're using? These can really make a difference. 
Loudspeakers with a wide sweet spot
Montana EPS-2 
Vinyl and SACD rule when it comes to...
Mig007. I couldn't have said it better. High quality music reproduction is a priority for me. Most non-audiophiles I know get a bigger kick out of their car stereos (some really tweaked up) than they do when hearing my system. I'm OK with that. We... 
Audio Research VT-100MKIII
Upscale Audio 
Help choosing coupling caps
I use Mundorf Silver/Oil output couplers in my cd player (Exemplar 2900), and preamp (deHavilland Mercury II). They have a warm but detailed presentation, and the pace and rythm are very "liquid" sounding. Good listening. Jeff 
Dehavilland Mercury tube swaps
Hi Audiobugged. You said it. That's the real trick isn't it, trying to find a matched pair (of any brand) type 85 tubes. 
Tubes to improve my Cary SLP 05
I'm confused. What exactly are you trying to achieve? Your preamp is state of the the art. What does the rest of your system consist of? You said you "had the best of both worlds". What's lacking? If it's more "punch and dynamics, there are many S... 
feet and legs
I highley recommend the Mystery/Super Mystery feet from Marigo Audio.I use them under all of my gear. They come with a 30 day money back guarantee. 
Exemplar Denon 5910 owners
Call John Tucker directly at 425-334-4733. That's what I did. His customer service is outstanding. 
Suggestions on a Musical, Full Range Speaker
I highley recommend the Montana EPS 2 speakers. They play all types of music very well with an efficientcy rating of 92 db. 
New Fuse Thread . . .
Albert is correct in his evaluation. My experience with the Hi-Fi Tuning fuses is the same, and the effect is most definately cumulitive. 
Dehavilland Mercury tube swaps
Hi Nick72. I swappped out the 5AW4 for a 5U4GB in my Mercury, and there was a great improvement. The sound tightened up very noticeably. I use all Sylvania tubes right now, but would like to try some other brands. I buy my tubes from Andy at Vinta... 
Denon Cartridges where to buy
Nrenter. You said it well. I also support those who have supported me. That includes musicians music, which I will buy their CDs rather than download for free. 
Tube Amp Recommendation for a solid state guy
The way I achieve "the best of both worlds is to mate a tube preamp with a SS amp. I also use a tubed CD player. Good listening, Jeff