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Paradigm Personas: A First Listen
I went to Audio Doctor in Jersey city the other day to drop of my Manley snappers for repair. . . I had the opportunity to listen to the Paradigm 9h speakers through a T+A system. I was awe struck . I own Wilson watt 8's, audio research sp20 and a... 
Paradigm Personas anyone heard them
I went to Audio Doctor yesterday to drop of my Manley snappers for repatriation. . I had the opertunity to listen to the Paradigm 9h speakers through a T+A system. I was awe struck I own Wilson watt 8's and audio research sp20 an pass x250.5 and w... 
Revel F208s, F52s or Nola Contenders?
I would go with Used Revel F52's. I have them and have Manley Snappers too. They are a great match.You can find used revels for under 3K. 
Recommendation on speakers with bass adjustibility
Revel Salon's they have an adjustment on the back...+ or - for the bass or hi end 
Tube Preamp for 4B SST2
Audible Illusions 
Which Pre-Amp Pass Labs or Audio Research
I have been using a PASS X250 and now X25.5, I originally had it with a passive preamp and it worked fine, then I wanted to try tubes bought a Audio Research SP16. Boy was I disappointed. Kept it about a month then bought a matching PASS X2.5 prea... 
Amp for Revel Ultima Salon 2
My recommendation is PASS the X250.5 or X350.5 I used the X250.5 with my Revel F52's and they sing. I know its not in the league of a Salon, but its a good speaker with the same characteristics.Bass slam is awesome, the amp is very neutral. You ca... 
Is it possible to have Good Imaging close to wall
Yes, get a speaker with a dome tweeter and midrange driver. I have a pr of ADS 910 and they go against the wall and they produce a wall of sound.They were designed to go against the wall. 
Pass XA 30.5 with Revel F 208 ?
I have Revel F52 with a PASS X250.5 90% of my listeing the amp stays in CLASS A which is about 30 watts. Its a great match.You can get F52's for around 3K used and they are better than the 206 or 208.I like the revles better than B&W 801 matri... 
Speaker Spikes - do the shake test
Just remember you are poking holes in your floor under the carpet. Years ago when I lifted the carpet I found about 50 tiny holes (Each side) in the nice hardwood floors.What I do now is purchased those concrete patio blocks 8"x18" for $2 each (2x... 
Need advice - EL34 switchable Ultralinear/SEP
I have a pr of Manley Snappers 100 watts UltraLinear EL34 at 5ohm. They do NOT drive my Maggie 1.6s well. I love these amps on my other speakers (Pure Magic) but with the magnepans SS power for me Pass X250 
What is the best loudspeaker for a small room?
With your equipment Revel Studios Used for about 6k. I have pass equipment and the lower line F52 in a room 18 x 13 x 8They sound superb 
Revel Performa owners, Worth upgrading?
If your room and equipment are up to it, Yes I own and use the F52's and they beat out a lot of speakers. No need to integrate a sub. Speakers they beat out in my room with my equipment (Pass X2.5 pre and Pass X250 amp with VPI TT and Cable music)... 
Preamp to pair with X250.5
I tell you from experience the PASS Preamp matches best with PASS amps. I tried a Audio research tube and was not happy 
Best Amp for Revel Ultima Salon 2's?
Go try a PASS Laps x600.5 Those speakers need the power. I have a X250 with my revel f52s and they are great match