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Review: Emm Labs DCC2 DA converter
Tireguy, nice report on your first impressions. I got tired of waiting for my DCC2 so got the DAC6e around Nov. instead.I'm using it with a Pass X2.5 pre. As I'm about ready to upgrade the pre-amp was also interested in questions 2&3 from Dolp... 
Interconnect to tame bright sounding CDP
I agree with Ohlala. I have a Cary 303/200 and if anything its on the warm side. Give it 200 hours. If it still sounds bright I'd look elsewhere. 
Would Audiogoners be interested in this?
I also think it's an outstanding idea. Not only for the reviews but also where to buy etc. Audiophiles are willing to pay a premium for well recorded music but I think we're often taken advantage of. Example: At CES 2003 JVC had a show special on ... 
Equitech 1.5Q or Shunyata Hydra 8?
Labtec, Hope this isn't off subject but you mentioned furman. Have you compaired the IT Signature to the BPT 3.5?I'm interested in both. Enjoy the music gave the furman product of the year award. 
Silver interconnect and Copper spkr wire synergy
From what I've read, copper will will give you a deeper, fuller bass. Silver a more airy/detailed top end. (some silver cables may be to bright) For speaker cables I'm currently using a pair of Jena Labs Valkyre (copper) on the bottom (my speakers... 
Flexible power cable
silent source high current power cord 
Tube Amp Choices
check out the review of the E.A.R. 890 on positive feedback.I don't have any experience with it but am also looking at tubes. 
Review: Ridge Street Audio Midnight Silver Edition GEN. II Interconnect
Thanks Lak, Mhu and Carcollector. I appreciate your input. I've decided to try the new Poiema ic's and s/c's. 
Review: Ridge Street Audio Midnight Silver Edition GEN. II Interconnect
Was wondering if anyone has tried the MSE II in XLR. Maybe I missed it but it looks like everyone is talking about the rca ic's. I understand that RSA makes a TRUE balanced ic. All your posts have peaked my interest in RSA. Thanks in advance, Frank 
New Hydra 8
I can't really give an honest opinion sinse I made other changes at the same time. However I'm really impressed. I noticed you already have the '8' with an Elrod sig. 3. Did the sig 3 make any differebce over the supplied diamond back?