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Need recommendations on stand mount speakers
I also own a VPI Classic Signature turntable.  
Need recommendations on stand mount speakers
Here are two that I can recommend first is the highly regarded KEF LS50 at $899 originally $1500.The second pair are from the Canton Reference series. I have the towers and love them at $1200 originally $4k.Both are brand new with free shipping. T... 
Is it a good idea to buy CD players over 10 years old even it is a reliable brand?
Yes it's a great idea. I just purchased a used Meridian 800 DVD/CD player for $1k. Some on this forum recommended I purchase a new player or a cheaper player with a DAC. That was not what I was looking for. The Meridian 800 is a phenomenal CD play... 
Meridian 800 DVD/CD Version 4
After living with the Meridian 800 DVD/CD for almost a month I can say this is one of the best CD player out there and for $1k it is an absolutely steal. I just can't see paying much more for a cd player.The only other player I loved was the Cary ... 
New Speaker Conundrum - Vandy's, Spendors, Salk, Ascend - Mainstream or ID
I'm glad you found what you were looking for. Audiogon has been extremely helpful to me as well. The people here are amazingly passionate about this hobby of ours. It feels so good when you can find something in your budget, love it, and not settl... 
New Speaker Conundrum - Vandy's, Spendors, Salk, Ascend - Mainstream or ID
cptkaos,The Canton 3 DC (brand new - discontinued) are being sold on Accessories4Less dot com. A German speaker that has been favorable reviewed by Stereophile and others. Stereophile had them rate Class A if that matters to you. Canton is one of ... 
Worth of current system
I will play.Total invested: $12kRetail is about :$40kBig items that were heavily discounted: Canton Reference 3 DC Speakers - Retail: 16K then 10K - bought brand new shipped for $3.4KMeridian 800 DVD / CD retail around $20k bought used for $1.1k s... 
New Speaker Conundrum - Vandy's, Spendors, Salk, Ascend - Mainstream or ID
I can definitely recommend the Salks. I had the Salk HT3 for about 5 years and thought they were the best speakers I have owned especially if you like the ribbon tweeters. Just a sweet sounding speaker. Obviously the SS8 are in a different league ... 
Suggestions for bookshelf speakers that have great dynamics, budget of $500 used.
Some great recommendations on this page. My 2 cents is to check out Accessories4Less that has several new bookshelf speakers in your budget including shipping: KEF, Canton, and Focal speakers. You can check them out at the below link. https://www.... 
Meridian 800 DVD/CD Version 4
Thank you. For the $1k (shipped) I paid for the V4 I felt this was a no brainer. I know that some people have recommended a new player or a DAC I just don't know if that was the sound I was looking for.My best CD player owned was the Cary 306 SACD... 
BEST UPGRADE regardless of cost?
The best upgrade for me has always been the speakers first and foremost. The room and the source are a close second. But the most dramatic for me has always been the speakers. 
Recommended speaker for second system
I just bought the Canton Reference 3 DC Speakers and loved them but they are towers, Accessories4Less has a brand new pair of the Canton Reference Bookshelf for $1200 shipped:https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/cantventoref92dcblka/... 
CANTON Vento Reference 3 DC vs. the 3.2 Model
Thank you. I did purchase the 3 DC for $3500 shipped. I had them for the last 2 weeks and they offer phonemail value. Even though their original price was $16K, then marked down $10K, I decided to take a chance not hearing them before.My last pair... 
$30K DAC in a $70K system - wise or ridiculous?
Just to follow up. I looked up your speakers, nice. If it was me I spent the money on a upgrading to a pair of speakers where I don't need any subs, upgrade my CD player, a good DAC and add some vinyl - turntable / preamp for that $30k.I thinking ... 
$30K DAC in a $70K system - wise or ridiculous?
I first put my money into my speakers and build from there. Second are my amps and then my source. $30k for a DAC IMO is a little overkill but like all audio it is a personal decision. Now if I could get a $30k DAC for under $10K used that's a dif...