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Kimber Select 3033 versus 3035 and 3038
hiYes you will hear a significant improvement when you move up the line. I started w/ 3033, then 3035 then 3038. Everytime I moved up to the next level, I felt like I could never go back. 
Subwoofer placement question digagram included
AndyThe new Velodyne subs come w/ a mic so you can find out exactly how your sub is reacting to your room. If you can borrow this from someone you know, you will know where to place your sub.Nick 
Krell preamps which one?
hi RussSave up and swing for the KCT when you can. I did and was amazed by the improvement with the cast connections. 
Best subwoofer for 2 channel Hi End system
hiI have tried many high end subs before and now I own the new Velodyne Digital Drive DD-15 and DD-18 for my music room. You will only need one of these subs.You can use the included kit to see how the sub reacts to your room and adjust it accordi... 
Conrad Johnson 17LS2 tube problems with Krell amp?
hiI have Krell 450mx. I used to pair them w/ a First Sound Audio tube preamp and had no problems but it did not have DC leakage.I recently bought a Krell KCT to see what it sounds like. Personally I prefer the Krell better for one for reason: Cast... 
Powercord to tame brightness and add musicality
Thank you everyone for your inputs. I love my Krell system for what it is: transparent, dynamic, detailed and revealing. I used to have tube gears so just want some of that magical tube sounds in my current system. I do have dedicated lines and a ... 
Cary SLI-80 vs Cary 300SEI
Art,For me the biggest improvement was in the purity of the midrange and the top end extension. Female voices become more life like. Instruments are fuller and bigger. Your sweetspot also become more 3d, and everything has more air around it.For y... 
Cary SLI-80 vs Cary 300SEI
Art,I had owned your speakers and both Cary amps in the past. I still have a 300SEI amp in my bedroom system. It will definitely be an upgrade path for you, since your speakers are very easy to drive. The 300sei will be better in the following way... 
Power conditioner for Wadia
Hi,I was using dedicated lines only before trying the new Hydra 8 on my Wadia 270se and 27 dac combo. The hydra 8 really cleaned up alot of the digital noises. I know it's out of budget but you decide. 
Krell amps and Tube Preamps - enemies?
I use a BAT preamp and also First Sound preamp with my Krell 450 mono's without any problems. You should call the manufacture of your preamp and ask them if your preamp leaks dc current. I called BAT and First sound and they told me that their pre... 
Theta Generation VIII & Wadia 270?
hi TomerI have the 27dac and I tried other transports before I went w/ the Wadia 27 transport. The clocklink between the two components made a huge improvement over any other types of connection. 
Sim Audio Moon Air Tuner.....any experience?
hiI bought one last year and still have it. I upgraded from a Magnum Dynalab 100. What you will get is big reduction in background noises. I don't think you will go wrong if you bought one. A MD-102 at the same price range should also be considered. 
First Sound Presence Deluxe - Mk. 2 Owners
hiI have the Ultimate Paramount and I use (2)Elrod Signature with great success. I got alot more bass along with another degree of transparency. Have fun! 
Recommendation on cable to use with Talon Khorus?
hi,I have the Khorus X myself. I have used from Valhalla, Cardas, Synergistic, Acoustic Zen, ect... but the best speaker cables for the Khorus X is the Supra Sword. These are not so well known but they are amazing for the $$. I don't know what is ... 
Amp Stand Recommendations Please
hi,I have the same amps. I used to have Zoethecus. They were good but I recently switched to Grandprixaudio amp stands. They are expensive but worth the $$. Good luck.