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Is Bob Carver Still in Business?
@mofimadness true, I just now added pic of how to mono these. Pic is from them, it's not my rig (I use Fidelium). But same config of course.  @kota1 Same here. Just bought a primaluna pre though, about a week ago, & it's def doing the job. Bu... 
Bob Carver tube amps
My Black Magic arrived earlier this month. Put it on my kef blade 2. These are not easy to drive (properly). Dug it so much I listed & sold my Sanders Magtech to pay for a 2nd amp. Which arrived 2 days ago. Zero regrets.  Ergo: Black Magic ru... 
Is Bob Carver Still in Business?
Today is day 22 of my Black Magic. HOWEVER it’s day 2 of my second unit. Dug the solo so much decided to go mono. I knew it needed help here & there. So it’s early, haven’t wound them up yet. The main difference with monos is oddly I listen a... 
Clearaudio Maestro Ebony V2 - a happy addition
I own the big brother NAD 588 turntable & it's shockingly good. Totally quiet, solid. I have Ortofon 2M Blue on mine.   
I've been selling heavier gear for lighter gear
To ship my Magtech from Oregon to Alabama: $200 via ups ground. Ouch.   
Do You Tell Others How Much You Have Invested in Your System?
I'll share prices with visitors. Then I say 'how much is a fishing boat? nice set of golf clubs? snowmobile? rolex? do they get asked prices? moreover: fishing? golf? yuk.'  All part of my charm offensive.   
Underground radio station recommendations?
Soma FM   
Cartridges
Catchy title. OP could have put entire query in title.   
Stereophile Magazine - Speakers of the Year awards
I bought me a new pair of blade 2 (original) earlier this year. Every single day I marvel at how my rig sounds.   
whats wrong with audiogon?
clear your cookies. all of them. that's what she said.   
Do speaker cables really make a difference ?
Once you try Fidelium in your rig you'll have your answer.   
Is Bob Carver Still in Business?
The 25 is indeed driving the blade 2 nicely. I'm spinning ditties, mostly vinyl jazz, 8+ hrs/day. The bass is there, which is impressive. 8 woofers in all it's driving.  upshift: my rig is on the system page.     
Good Baritone Sax Recording?
Oh hey all: check out Nick Zoulek! Stunning sax player. Circular breathing. Saw him live a few years ago, knocked right out.   
Is Bob Carver Still in Business?
Today is day 3 of my new Black Magic 25. Def in biz. The wee amp is singing loud & proud. Punchy. So far so good.   
Good Baritone Sax Recording?
I just ordered 2 Nick Brignola via Discogs (vinyl). I dig the bari sax, such a rich sound on a proper rig. Thanks for the recos.