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6922 Tubes!
Actually I think the term "expansion/contraction coefficient of materials" should replace the term "temperature coefficient of materials" denoted in my above post 
6922 Tubes!
Even though there claim to being an affordable process, I'm not sure what there definition means. I say this based on the cost of there cables, etc. I'm considering cryo treatment for some tubes I have, more for increasing the longevity then SQ si... 
Amplifier for the magnepan 3.7i
This discussion may be helpful.https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/best-cheap-amps-for-magneplanar-speakers 
6922 Tubes!
@bdp24 Hi Eric,Regarding Cryo treatment, I found the following link for Tyra Labs, which  briefly explains there cryo process and the electrical benefits. I thought you may be interested, being they are located in Lake Oswego, Oregon; semi close t... 
Merlin TSM speakers alignment
You may want to contact Rich at Signature Sound. http://wp.sigsound.com/http://wp.sigsound.com/contact-and-about-us/https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/merlin-tsm-m-mxe-owners-manual/post?highlight=signature%2Bsou...signaturesound52 posts02-25-... 
Audiophile Record Labels
@tgyeti Ref: Al Stewart, Year of the Cat - RinoI thought you may be interested in the following Al Stewart LP'sAll recorded from original RCA and Janus master tapes by Joe Reagoso and pressed at RTIhttp://www.fridaymusic.com/al-stewart-zero-she-f... 
Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp -- can it handle impedance of Snell Type A?
I see you have the Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp for sale here on AG.I was thinking that the Auto transformers sold by Anti-Wire may be a solution to matching your speakers to the Shindo, by increasing speaker impedance. I am sure you already have gi... 
Audiophile Record Labels
Here's a few more , I don't believe I saw listed above. Most of the below listed are in existence/business, some are not but available on the used market such as Discogs Speakers Corner (http://www.speakerscornerrecords.com/)Friday Music (http://w... 
Tube rolling preamp or power amp gain tubes, which ones (or both)?
My experience with the PL3, PL5, PL7, PL8 matches the information outlined in the above post by rodmann99999.  The 1st stage or input tubes making the most difference opposed to a driver stage, but don't discount the rectifier tubes in the Preamp,... 
Budget Audiophile Looking For Amplifier Suggestions
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-mcintosh-mc754-beautiful-true-survivor-in-near-new-con...https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-van-alstine-synergy-300-2017-01-12-amplifiers-93101-sa... 
Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp -- can it handle impedance of Snell Type A?
@almarg Al, I have no information as to why, but my Ars Sonus Filarmonia SJ Integrated (EL34 PP) has 8 Ohm output taps (only) and there are cautionary notes in the owners manual warning that damage could occur to the amp if operated with speakers ... 
Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp -- can it handle impedance of Snell Type A?
Ken Micallef writes for Stereophile. he has both Snell and Shindo components. He may be able to provide you with or at least provide a reference to the info you seek.http://kenmicallef.com/Snell Acoustics300 Jubilee Drive, PO Box 3717Peabody, MA 0... 
Experimenting with reversing polarity to speakers
Interesting article (Tip of the Month) written in February 2017 Absolute Sound regarding Optimizing AC Polarity. More relevant to A/C polarity then acoustic polarity. 
Integrated Amp Suggestions for Dynaudio Contour 3.4LE
randy-11Thanks for sharing the article on amplification componentsBrad 
Integrated Amp Suggestions for Dynaudio Contour 3.4LE
Decware Mystery amp would be great with the Contours 3.4LE.  You would want to contact Steve (http://www.decware.com/newsite/contactsteve.html) with regard to driving the Magnepans.I have listened to and was impressed with the Decware ZenTorii ope...