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MIT Cable preferences for Spectral
I've used MIT in the past and though they were good. However, their product line is very large and confusing. Its hard to figure out what you need. If you are really interested in buying MIT, I would recommend calling The Cable Company. They will ... 
Naim or Jeff Rowland?
Miami,Since you call yourself Miami, I assume you live there. If thats the case, I know a really good dealer for Rowland, and another one for Naim. If you want, I can give you info on the 2 stores. 
Naim or Jeff Rowland?
Rowland and Naim sound very different from each other. I've owned components from both brands. I think Naim is very overrated and too expensive for what they give you. In my opinion, the Rowland would be a much better choice given your speakers. I... 
which jumpers for Vandersteen 2 Ce's??
"Am I better off using my single run AQ Type 4 with a jumper"No. Still go with 2 runs of cheaper cable. Also, I love AQ cables but the Type 4 is not very good. I found it to be a bright sounding cable. That's the last thing you need for the Alumin... 
What's my next evolution in the analog venture?
Maybe I made a mistake. When I say surface noise I'm referring to things like tick's and pop's. If thats what we are talking about, in my experience, I find that type of noise increases with resolution. 
AP's Oval 9 Black vs Audio Art SC-5E vs Nordost??
Why tale a chance? Just call The Cable Company. Then you'll know for sure. 
What's my next evolution in the analog venture?
You can easily get something that sounds a lot better, but you may not like it. Along with increased resolution, a new TT will also make you more aware of things like surface noise. It won't be as forgiving as your current setup. If you know someo... 
Sub placement
"CRAWL ON THE FLOOR method"?Only use that if you're all liquored up. If not use the "SIT IN YOUR CHAIR method". 
which jumpers for Vandersteen 2 Ce's??
"04-07-13: StringreenVandersteen cautions against using different cables. Follow the directions for best results"I agree. I've tried using different cables and you can definitely hear the difference. If you already have the cables, it won't hurt t... 
Interconnects Roller Coaster Ride
Tbg,I don't understand what you are talking about. You start off by saying you've never heard a wire or a component that goes through break in, but you go on to say that cables don't like to me moved. Thats a break in issue. Something tell me I ju... 
CJ Premier 12's or LP 140's with Dynaudio C-1ii
Given your last post, I can't tell you what to do. I don't know your system or your personal taste's. Since you ask for our thoughts on the situation, I'll give you my opinion of how this all looks to me.Your original post states you have a proble... 
Interconnects Roller Coaster Ride
"For two straight nights, the sound is gorgeous with the Morrows. Then the third night things sound bad. This pattern has repeated itself twice now."I would be careful with regards to that statement. It may just look like a pattern. If you are not... 
Vandy 5a's spider cracks in heads
"I imagine that the shipping charges for sending the speakers back and forth for even a free repair could be more than the loss of value due to the flaw. You also run the risk of additional damage from faulty handling during shipping. If the flaw ... 
which jumpers for Vandersteen 2 Ce's??
Biwiring on Vandersteen's makes a really big difference. Instead of buying jumpers, I would go buy a spool of decent, low cost speaker cables. Something like Monster or entry level Audioquest. It will sound much better than jumping the binding posts. 
Cambridge Audio 840C vs Ayre CX-7e?
They are both very good but very different sounding from each other. With CD players, people often look at the digital aspects of the player but overlook the analog section. Thats really the big difference. With the Ayre, you get an analog section...