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Just wondering
Here's another one: I had another guy who wanted me to send my speakers Fed Ex COD to him, but when the speakersgot there, he called to say he was out of town (grandma'sfuneral) and would I lower my COD amount since his "neighbor" didn't have the ... 
How well does the VPI 16.5 work??
Just bought mine last week and it's awesome! Very fast andeasy to use. Everyone's right, it you're into vinyl, it'sa must have. 
Audiogoners Anonymous?
I knew I had "it" bad when my boss asked me the other day"What are you doing right now....working for me or lookingfor stuff on Audiogon?" I check the site first thing inthe morning and continue to check it throughout the day.If I didn't have inte... 
SEPT 11?
I'm taking the day off to spend with my wife. It's almostapple season here in southern Wisconsin, so we're taking adrive and spending the day together. I just don't feel like working, since it's not really a "normal" day. 
matching bat equipement?
Pete, you may want to add the older VK-5i pre-amp to your list of pre-amps. I had the VK-3i and upgraded to the VK-5iand have it mated to the VK-200 amp, which is a great combo!The VK-5i is the predecessor to the VK-30 and some preferit's sound ov... 
Integrated Amp. for Platinum Solos?
I am driving my Hales T-5's with a NAD S300 integratedamp. NAD rates it at 100 WPC, but it sounds better andplays louder than when I was driving them with anOdyssey Stratos amp (150 WPC). My Hales are rated at 88db. Great build quality too. 
Powerful Integrated Amp for Inefficient Speakers
I just bought an NAD S300 Silver Series integrated ampthat is rated at 100 wpc, but sounds like a lot more.It's driving my Hales T-5's and sounds better than theKrell 250i I used previously. They're discontinued, butI've seen several listed for ar... 
What is the best tube integrated amp with remote
BAT is introducing their new integrated amp, the VK-300,which can be configured using their 6H30 SuperTube frontend. Better add this one to your list of candidates! 
DVP 9000ES Mods? Worth the money?
Today, I received my DVP9000 ES back from Stan Warrenat SuperMods. He warned me that it might sound a bitharsh until it breaks in, but so far, the sound is great! He told me everything he did, including the whole "cryno" deep freeze treatment, but... 
Tube amp on the floor or on the rack?
Thanks for all the input. I don't have the luxury of a dedicated listening room, so it doubles as the family room. For that reason, my amp on the floor isn't reallysafe. My rack will actually accomodate the VK-60, andI would put it on the top shel... 
Mark Levinson No.383 How good is it ?
I have a 383 matched up to my Hales Trancendence 5's andit's the best sound I've had from my system. The 383 soundsa lot more powerful than it's 100 wpc rating. This is myfirst Levinson product and I am very impressed with boththe quality and soun... 
Hales Transcendence 8
I have T-5's, and found out that Madisound in Madison,Wisconsin stocks replacement drivers for the Hales.Try them at: www.madisound.com. I really like my 5's, andI've heard the 8's are awesome. As long as you don't minda little risk since the comp... 
Audiophiles - Your Favorite Food??
Here in rural Wisconsin, we're blessed with many greatnight clubs that offer great tenderloin steaks. Addhash browns with cheese, a great salad bar, and a brandyold fashion sweet and leave me alone...I'm eating! 
Stan Warren email?
I agree with Danvetc. Stan has always answered the phonewhen I've called regarding my Sony DVP S9000 ES SACDplayer he's tweaking for me. He's a great guy and has a vast amount of knowlege he'll be more than willing to sharewith you. Whether it's t... 
Can the Rowland Concentra II be beat?????
How does the Levinson 383 compare to the Gryphon andRowland Concentra amps? I'm trying to decide if anintegrated is my next step. Anyone compare these three?