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Musician Audio Taurus DAC
Thank you.  I just watched it and, yes, it does sounds like a very impressive DAC.  
Experience with Modwright products?
I owned a Logitech Transporter DAC and after many years replaced it with an OPPO Sonica DAC---both were purchased from and modded by Dan.  There wasn't a single problem with either of them and they were (and are) a joy to listen to.  Dan was extre... 
Wells Audio Akasha Amplifier- Any owners here?
I auditioned about half a dozen amps (both solid state and tube) and ended up purchasing a Wells Innamorata Signature amp. The Wells amp bettered all the others I listened to in the areas of tonality, soundstage width and depth, dynamics, and clar... 
Manley Snapper Mono's ur thoughts - PLEASE :
The amps were purchased new in late 2006. They are in excellent condition; were retubed about a year and a half ago with EH6CA7 power tubes, Sylvania Gold Brand Gold pin 6201 tubes, and Sylvania 12BH7 tubes. Asking price would be $4500. I'm locate... 
Manley Snapper Mono's ur thoughts - PLEASE :
Hi Jay. Will do. Any questions in particular? 
Manley Snapper Mono's ur thoughts - PLEASE :
I may have a pair of Manley 250s for sale soon. They are in excellent condition. Thought I'd mention this to you in case you were thinking of buying used. 
Manley Snapper vs Neo-Classic 250
Lapierre hit the nail right on the head.I auditioned both amps on my ProAc Response 3 speakers with 89dB sensitivity and thought they sounded pretty similar, with the 250s perhaps edging out slightly in refinement.However, I also auditioned both a... 
Manley 300B preamp
My Manley 300B preamp is retubed as follows:EML (Emission Labs) 300B (solid plate)Japanese (Mullard copy) 5AR4Tunsol NOS 6SL7GTPhilips OD3This combination has worked well to take the preamp to an even higher level of resolution and dynamics. 
Manley 300B preamp
Hi Musicophile. Have you had a chance to form some impressions of your 300B preamp? Curious to know how you like it. 
Review: Daedalus Audio Ulysses Speaker
Yes, I'm using the stands. They raise the speakers about 9" and put the tweeters at ear level.