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What is the quietest preamp you've used?
Pass Labs X0.2 using the balanced inputs and outputs. 
VPI HR-X, Super Scoutmaster and Acrylic Platters
Alephman, You are not limited to the JMW-12.6 with the HR-X. I know of one person who uses a Graham on his. Also, any unipivot tonearm will wobble when you move it. It is the nature of the beast. 
What is a "SHOTGUN" speaker cable??
The first time I heard the term "shotgun" was in the early 80's. It was used by MIT to describe a double run of 750 speaker wire. 
ARC users please
The SP7 is an older solid state ARC preamp. I agree with Newbee, the SP6 and the SP8 are much better sounding. I have played around with the SP7 and I really wasn't impressed with it. I always found it very sterile sounding compared to ARC's tube ... 
Rel Subwoofers
When Bill Pugh of Sumiko was installing a Stadium III in my room, he recommended that I not use the spikes even though it was on carpet. For what it is worth, your mileage may vary. 
VPI turntable again......
The IPod is too complicated for me. I much prefer my close-n-play. 
VPI turntable again......
That, Vvrinc, will never happen. 
VPI turntable again......
Fmpnd, what can I say to top that one? 
VPI turntable again......
* The motor and platter/plinth must be on their own sand damped isolation platform.Not true with the air suspended VPI turntable. I have my HR-X sitting on a standard rack. You can rap on the shelf and no sound is heard through the speakers with t... 
Spindle oil
I use lithium grease for my HR-X. Works wonderfully well. 
Pass X1 preamp question
I have an X0.2. I can't hear any difference with the display on or off. I usually keep it off just because I find it annoying when I am listening in the dark. 
If Thiel, Wilson, Sonus, made active speakers?????
Exertflutter, actually it is as follows for Martin-Logan:Gayle Martin SandersRonald Logan SutherlandNot sure about B & W 
No one cares this is the anniversary?
My Father-in-Law, Art Komorowski served under Patton during WWII. He is was wounded in action and is a decorated veteran I also want to honor Roger Hough, the only brother of one of my best friends, who lost his life on Saipan. They are both true ... 
Pass Labs X-1000 monoblocks
The power plug on the X-1000 isn't all that special. It is a 20 amp IEC vs the 15 amp IEC found on most High End audio products. My X-600's were ordered with the X-1000 input boards complete with the 20 amp IEC's. All I had to do was change my wal... 
EMM Labs DCC 2 - Sneak Preview
I find the discussion of the hybrids vs the OTL's an interesting one. I too heard the Hybrids and the OTL's at Bill's house on two different occasions. Give all the hype regarding the hybrids, I was underwhelmed by what I heard. I was expecting th...