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Affordable SS amp that has tube characteristics
I got some Power Modules Belles MB-01 mono blocks. They seem to fit the bill. 75W of pure class A. They get hot as hell but man do they sound good for not being fully broke in yet. I also had to remove the Audio Research LS 25 out of the system. I... 
Affordable SS amp that has tube characteristics
Just re read, he will ship but non factory packing...IDK about that. UPS no longer pays claims on vintage electronics......ASK HOW I KNOW :-( 
Affordable SS amp that has tube characteristics
Yogiboy, that does look like what I'm looking for but not sure that seller wants to ship and I just had a very bad experiece with UPS. I'm guessing he does not have a factory box. 
Affordable SS amp that has tube characteristics
Budget is about 3500. I should have mentioned that I have tried Aragon and McCormick amps. They were both OK but not as warm as I would have liked. FWIW of the 2 I like the Aragon the best. The Classe may be something to look into. 
Paradigm Studio 100 v.3 + Marantz sr5001
Hmmmm, thats a pretty cool feature, guess I have been away from receivers for too long.Hope you enjoy your new speakers Garofalo8. Should have all the power you need. 
Paradigm Studio 100 v.3 + Marantz sr5001
I have never heard a Marantz Sr5001 but I can tell yo that 90 watts is enough to drive the Studio 100's. I also have never heard of anyone using an AVR to BI-Wire their speakers so I don't know how that will work out either. Here is what I can tel... 
HT Receiver or High end integrated for music??
I too agree with Bob_reynolds but moreso on the pre pro then the speaker theory. I do believe that speakers are an important part of an audio system but I think pre amps are equally responsable for sound quality. I tried a HT receiver with little ... 
NAD C542 vs Audio refinement Alpha complete CDP?
OOPS. I meant to say you are not the first to mention the power cord issues. 
NAD C542 vs Audio refinement Alpha complete CDP?
Chrisyou are the first to mention the power cord issues on the AR CDP. After extensive reserch I have decided to take Bignerd100s advice and go with the Cambridge Audio. Price was a big factor seeing that this a second system. I hope the quality i... 
NAD C542 vs Audio refinement Alpha complete CDP?
Timrhu,Did you think the AR was bright or just not as dynamic? I'm glad to hear the NAD is getting the nod. Its $200 cheaper.Trip,The rega is a good choice but I want to buy new. 
Did I smoke my centre channel..??
I agree with Viridian, burning voicecoils have a (dis- Stink) smell. If you turned it down in a timely manner there will be minamal damage. If it was the amp it would not be playing at all now.From now on YOUNG MAN when drinking and listening to S... 
Dual duty and LOUD
Well I've had the PD-80 Tylers for about a week now and all I can say is WOW. These friggin things are loud!! They do a respectfully good job in 2 channel, huge soundstage image very good for a large speaker and are crystal clear.They really shine... 
Good fostex fe126e designs?
You might try a google search on a design called the Voight pipe. there is a ton of information on these I have heard good things about these using set amps.Good luck 
Dual duty and LOUD
Well I've managed to make a deal on a set of the new tyler acoustics pd 80's. They should be exactly what I was looking for. They are used and I had to give up my trusty Mcintosh mc 300 and some cash for them. I won't get the speakers for a couple... 
Dual duty and LOUD
Thanks for all your replies. I just love this site. It is a wealth of information. I guess I have some homework to now and see if its possible to audtion some of these speakers. I must say I was surprised that the Vandys didn't get much support. I...