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CD player recommendations under $2K used
Another option to consider is the Modwright Sony 999ES Platinum version. I would make sure it has the tube rectified power supply though. It makes a huge difference. Theirs one for sale on here for for ~$1500. Good luck 
B&W 803S Speakers
I currently have the Signature 805s' in room with similardimensions. I'm sure the 803's are fine speakers but they could be too much for your room. I'm using a VelodyneDD-10 with my Sig 805's and they work well together. The805's have decent bass ... 
musical small sub for B&W 805s's
I've been using a Velodyne DD-10 with my Signature 805'sfor a couple of years now. Depending on the size of yourroom they might fit the bill. The software equalizationprogram that comes with the DD series certainly helps inintegrating the sub to t... 
best power cord for mccormack dna500
When I had my DNA500 I tried a bunch of different cords.The one that I preferred the most was the Purist AudioDominus (Ferox). It seemed to be nice compromise betweena Shunyata Python Alpha and my Elrod EPS Signature 3.Another cord I would suggest... 
PC on power supply for cd player
I have a Modwright 999ES that has a separate power supply.I find I get the biggest changes when I switch cordson the power supply. You will get a change on the playerside but its not as dramatic as on the power supply IMO.I'm currently using the T... 
Best Subwoofer for B&W 805s Speakers
I've been using a Velodyne DD-10 with my 805's fora couple of years now. I'm pretty happy with it and the built in room correction software is nice to have. I think the 805's have great bass. Very tight and definedbut they lack depth. A quality su... 
McCormack DNA-500
I'm not sure I would call the DNA 500 warm sounding butits not cold or clinical sounding either. I really enjoyedmine. It had great control and still sounded musical. Ifound the 500 to be very responsive to power cords. Everycord I tried made a di... 
Nautilus 805 and signature 805 tweeter
The Sig 805 is quite a bit different than the N805. It usesnew drivers as well as a different crossover. I thinkthe enclosure was changed as well. I can't comment on theN805 but I currently own the Signature 805's. They arepretty revealing of down... 
B&W 805D
I'm wondering if the 805D will still be a monitor orwill they follow the trickle down technology of theSignature Diamond and make it a small floor stander?I guess we will find out soon enough. Keep the rumorscoming. 
Subwoofer Choice
I have a DD-10 and really like it. My room is a bit smallerthan yours (10x10) and the DD-10 is more than enough.I thinkBob makes some good points. My one concern would be thatthe DD-12 could be too much for the room. My friend hada DD-10 and then ... 
$1500 bookshelf speakers with laid-back highs?
Vienna Acoustics is known for a more laid back sound. Theirmonitor (the Haydn) might be what your looking for.Cmach 
How many us a Line Conditioner with a Big SS Amp
I've ran my DNA 500 through a Hydra 2 and preferred itthat way over running it straight into the wall. I noticeda slight decrease in dynamics and top end extension butthe benefits were a quieter background and a lot lesshash. The Hyrda's I had nev... 
Running Mac + Windows in Parallel?
It sounds like you answered your own question. If all yoursoftware already runs on a Windows and your happy with it,why change?That being said the two previous posts are excellent waysto run Windows on the Mac platform and might give you the best ... 
CJ sound
I had a CJ Premier 17LS for a few years. I would describeits sound as more laid back compared to some others inits class. It does respond well to tube rolling but eventhen it wont have that "in your face" sound.Cmach 
The final Act in a study in preamps the ART 3
Hi Brent,I was not even aware that CJ was making a ART 3. Whats thedifference between the ART 2 and 3? Is the ART 3 still usingthe 6922 tubes? Keep us updated. Both the ACT 2.2 and ART 3are way out of my reach but its nice to hear real worldreview...