macallan7

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Integrated amplifier for Martin Logan Ethos
My thought is since i only need 2 digital sources, which solution has the best internal dac?   It seems like a waste to buy an expensive analog only integrated to then add a 1-2K external dac.   I will never add phono or use tone controls so I thi... 
Nova 220se or Nova300
I called Peachtree and one option would be to have the flexibility to use the Nova300 as an integrated but also keep my tubed preamp (JM Audio Peach II) for 2-channel and us the HT bypass feature to effectively convert the Nova300 into an amplifie... 
Tube Preamp for around 2K?
What about the Cary SLP 03?  This looks comparable to the Rogue on paper.   
Tube Preamp for around 2K?
While my Peach is being repaired I have my Rotel receiver acting as preamp and i notice how grainy it sounds and not as clear as the Peach.  
Tube Preamp for around 2K?
Anyone compare the primaluna with the rogue?  The more i listen with the MLs I don't think I need warmth but want transparency 
Tube Preamp for around 2K?
Anyone compare the new mangnum Perseus to the slp98? 
Tube Preamp for around 2K?
I saw the Primaluna, it looks like a potential option but I have read that they don't pair well with SS amps with a lower input impedance, my B&K has an input impedance of 33k.   
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup
I am looking to upgrade my current Klipsch RF-7s and think the Omen Def is the way to go. What is your opinion on the Omen Def vs the Druid V? I want to stay with a solid state amp and listen to primarily rock, jam bands, folk and indie. 
From Klipsch to Zu Omen Def
Any one? I would audition these if I could. I think the Omen def makes the most sense but curious if anyone has compared them to the old Essence or the new Druid V. I would be using a SS amp. 
From Klipsch to Zu Omen Def
Any thoughts on the Omen Def vs. the Druid V or even the older Essence? 
From Klipsch to Zu Omen Def
I have still yet to pull the trigger. Now the Druid V's are out what are thoughts on the Omen Def vs the Druid? I like the dynamics of my klipsch but want smoother mids (vocals specifically) 
Gallo 3.5 or Martin Logan Ethos?
I went and listened to the Theos, they were awesome, I liked them much better than the 804d and honestly thought they were comparable to the 802di in many ways. The place where I listened to them also had the higher end Montis but the room was so ... 
Gallo 3.5 or Martin Logan Ethos?
i listen to rock, folk, singer-songwriter, jam bands, indie, i like the openness of Logan's and the feeling that the speakers disappear. I have read the Gallo's are excellent in this regard but have never heard them. The ML forum has lots of good ... 
Gallo 3.5 or Martin Logan Ethos?
I have heard lots of favorable reviews of the gallos but not a direct comparison to Logan's. Anyone heard both? 
Gallo 3.5 or Martin Logan Ethos?
The Vantage and the Gallo are my 2 choices. Like the Vantage but have never heard Gallo. Anyone hear both? Or at least gallo and Logan's in general?