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New Project RS2T transport
I had one minor issue with my Project RS2T transport. The SPDIF output wouldn't work with my Pontus DAC but the AES/EBU worked flawlessly. That minor issue aside, this transport is a giant slayer. It took my system to a whole different level and m... 
Theta Miles VS Resolution Audio CD50
If you want to go direct to your amp you shorten the list quite abit. Anyone else who cares to add to this list feel free. Direct to amp you have the following choices:ThetaWadiaAccuphaseResolution Audio? 
Martin Logan Ascents and Rowland
Both manufacturers are very helpful. Why don't you start with their thoughts? 
Help Newbie Cables for Mac/JBL??
Good advice I've been given/used is buy the entry level cable of one of the many reputable cable companies. Why? Most often the entry level cable offers the best performance per dollar spent ratio. As you go up the scale you get better performance... 
Best Silver ICs under 300?
What about Audio Magic (http://www.audio-magic.com/mainindex.html)? Although I haven't used them yet myself I have heard great things about them. Also, they have lots of stuff to fit your budget. 
Amp upgrade over BAT VK-500??
Is the LAMM not worth about $10K more than the BAT? If so, I would hope that there would be an audible difference! 
whatis a dac?
A DAC is a digital to analog converter. 
Best new amp under $2k?
Although slightly over my stated $2k price range someone e-mailed me suggesting a long, hard look at Blue Circle's BC22. Any thoughts anyone? 
Good entry level transport?
As I approach the $1000 USD mark I'm starting to consider the new Sony DVPS9000ES. In theory it would give me a good transport, a progressive scan DVD player, and a SACD player all-in-one. A tough to beat value? 
Good entry level transport?
I did mean used and I was interested in examples currently listed on Audiogon. 
Marantz SA-1 (SACD player) available ?
Here is the news release: http://www.marantzamerica.com/news/prsacd.htm 
Toslink VS. Coax For Transport to DAC
FYI Toslink has a bandwidth of 6Mhz versus 500Mhz for coax. Toslink is widely regarded as the poorest possible digital connect if you're pursuing musical perfection. 
Is no reserve really the truth?
I erred. This auction did start at $1. Please excuse my ignorance of the various practices and procedures involved in an auction. 
Is this paradigm speaker too expensive?
Point of reference....I'm looking at a brand new set of Studio 60's in Blask Ash. My dealer here in Canada is quoting $1171 CAN. This translates to approximately $800 USD. No more ALL CAPS please! 
paradigm studio 60's
I currently have Titans and I recently did a back to back comparison with the Titans and the Studio 60's. What I did is I got to the dealer I use to setup the receiver I have (Marantz SR-7000) and Marantz DVD player and some speakers cables with b...