bwarfel

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Critique my system...
Get Dh labs Silversonic interconnects (BL-1) and speaker cables (T-14). Relatively inexpensive and wonderful on tube gear. Try that first before shelling out any additional dough.... 
Headphone amp for vinyl?
Get yourself a pair of Grado 225i headphones and a Bellari 540 with a 7025 driver tube. The 225i works with all types of music. A great pairing for around $500. 
Quad ESL 57 - Which to buy
I have a pair of restored quads and I love them. I would always be worrying about some component going bad on a stock unit such as the power supplies or a panel. Also look at the binding posts or the renovated versions to see of they work better w... 
Cary SLI-80 Signature F1 or Quicksilver Mid Monos?
I have had the F1 for awhile and have rolled virtually every tube that is possible with that amp. If you want a headphone amp and an integrated for speakers, the Cary is the real deal. You can virtually "tune" the amp to your liking. 
The Best Audiophile Earphones headphones and Amp
Keep in mind that the price you will pay for the 02MK1 and the BHSE will put you right around the price you would pay for the HD800 and RSA B52. With an electrodynamic amp (B52), you have the ability to try a bunch of different phones including th...