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Suggestions for my first turntable?
The VPI Scout and JMM 9 arm is a super combo. Mate that with a Dynavector 20-XH (2.5Mv) and you be in vinyl heaven for around $2k. 
Acoustic Zen vs. Nordost - wchich one to choose?
From a value perspective, the AZ line blows away the Nordost. The new WoW ICs and the Satori are stunning for the $$. 
? for Proac Response Owners
The best termination you can use between the binding posts is a pair of jumpers made from the same speaker cable. If you are using bananas, then obviously, this is not an option. Bottomline, use biwire cables. 
Magnepan SMGa
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Triangle speaker- comments
Mike- I owned the Triangle Antal xs for about 6 months. After extensive break-in (75 hrs) I found them to be fast, neutral and detailed. I was using a Copland CTA 402 tube integrated, producing 55wpc at 8 ohms. Initially, I was very pleased with t... 
Caig Products
Whatever your opinion is of the product, The Shack seem to have the best prices on the Caig product line. Here's the link:http://www.radioshack.com/category.asp?catalog%5Fname=CTLG&category%5Fname=CTLG%5F005%5F012%5F000%5F000&Page=1 
Planning audio audition trip to NY/NJ, vendors???
I'll answer two ways. Stay away from and visit:IN NYC, STAY AWAY FROM:Sound by SingerStereo ExchangeLyricIN NYC VISIT:InnovativePark Ave. AudioIf you can make it to Wilmington, De. hit Overture. In N. NJ, besides John Ruttan at Audio Connections, ... 
tube suggestion
Zonus- I have tried the Mullards, Teles', GE 5 Stars and Dutch Amperex in my CAL Alpha and the Amperex are what I stayed with. Sean- It seems that Kevin Deal recommends Mullards for everything. He said the same thing to me when I asked for suggest... 
What are the best tubes to use with the BAT VK75SE
Tube choices are very subjective depending on your total system and musical tastes. My experience with trying 12au7s. I have tried Mullards, Telefunkens, Amperex, GE 5 Star and RCA Cleartops. My system is SS amp (Plinius) and ProAc Response 2.5s. ... 
Speaker suggestions for Cary SLI-80 tube amp
You will need more power than the SLI-80 can produce to effectively run the Quads. The Gershmanns would be a good choice as they are very efficient. My room has similar dimensions. I had run my ProAc 2.5s off a 55wpc tube integrated (similar to th... 
Cable rec for Triangle Antal/Linn Classik combo
I owned the Antal xs for about 6 months and despite the reviews, they are IMHO, bass shy. I would suggest staying away from silver cables, which will probably be budget-busters anyway. I used Discovery 1-2-3 biwire which were fine. And yes, bi-wir... 
Which tube Integrated?
I may be wrong, but I don't believe there are any tube integrateds with balanced inputs. 
Best Budget power Cords
I have purchased and am very satisfied with DIY cords made by Matt Kim. He charges $49.00 per cord plus shipping on Ebay. His auctions are all dutch, so the price is flat. I think you'd have to spend at least $200 per cord on a commercially made c... 
Vinyl price
There are books available at libraries and most book stores which have extensive information on records. 
best interconnects sub 100
Cheap is subjective. You can get good and cheap at Radio Shack. What is your budget? There are alot of stores off-loading their old Audioquest (Topaz, Jade, etc) at about 40% off retail if you call around. There is also a DIY guy on Ebay who sells...