zspradlin

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Information on Car Audio
I sent you an e-mail, a little off this topic, so I didn't post it here. 
What affordable amp should go w/ magnepan 1.6?
I don't own the 1.6's, but if memory serves correct, someone here on Audiogon mentioned using either a McCormack DNA 0.5 or a 1.0. I used to have a DNA 0.5, they're pretty hard to beat at the used prices here on Audiogon. 
New to tubes.
I'm using some old Seimen Falcon tubes that do the same thing and I ask the same question. I haven't had any problems and I too was told that this is normal with some tubes. 
Jolida JD 100a - help w/Buzz when using headphones
Try posting this question at www.head-fi.org , it's a site for those who are really into headphones. I'm sure that someone there might have an answer, or some other input, for you. 
which McCormack amp for Paradigm Studio 60s?
I agree, I had a DNA 0.5 before I switched to tubes. It really is a wonderful amp. I personally have never heard the DNA 1.0 or the 125, but I can't image needing much more than a .5 anyway. Besides if you ever want more than a single DNA 0.5 will... 
Straight Wire Virtuoso R vs. Crescendo I/C
Are you pretty intent on buying either Virtuoso or Crescendo IC's? The reason I ask, within the past few months I sold some Crescendo's, I found an IC that is better. I sold the Crescendo's and bought some cables from a company in New Jersey calle... 
Best Downgrades you've done
A few months back, I sold my Straightwire Crescendo IC's and went with Virtual Image Pile Driver 18's. The V.I. cables cost about 1/3 of the Crescendo's and just flat-out smoked them. Definite upgrade in SQ and a downgrade in price!! 
Budget, Seperates, 1,200 AMP & PRE, suggestions
A couple of years ago, I bought my wife a Yamaha RX-V3000 reciever, she's into the HT-I like my 2 channel. Anyway, that thing will do just about anything you could possibly want and you could probably pick one up used for about $700 or so. If you ... 
Favorite SS amp/Tube preamp combo
I ran a Cary SLP-50B with a McCormack DNA 0.5 for awhile. I was very happy with it, until I got the upgrade urge. 
PC suggestions for my new gear
I chose Virtual Image Sledgehammer PC over the Ensemble Mega's. I then went from the V.I. Sledgehammers to V.I. Pile Drivers for my CDP & pre, I still use a Sledgehammer on my amp. If you are interested, you can e-mail Virtual Image at virtual... 
Power outage and blown subwoofer...???
I would still check for fuses on the amp module, there are probably/might be fuses on the output stage. If the fuses are good, it maybe something along the lines of an output relay, or something of that nature. If the 10" driver were damaged, you ... 
Dh labs t-14 question.....
I bought a pair of the Q-10 cables in my son's two channel set up, but when they arrived I couldn't resist the temptation of trying them in mine. I was very impressed with these cables. Although they are no match for my reference cables, they were... 
Power outage and blown subwoofer...???
Is it a powered sub? Maybe fused? Just an idea.... 
Does an aftermarket power cord matters for Amp?
Yes, An after-market PC will make a difference. If you are skeptical of this, find a company that has a 30-day money back trial policy. As for a company like this, I would recommend a company in New Jersey called Virtual Image. Their power cables ... 
odd binding posts won't fit spade or banana do i
Have you thought about trying to find some one to mod the component?? Is it possible to install different binding posts??? If the speaker cables you are using are pricey, I'd find out about switching the binding posts first.