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Anti-cables 'reference' speaker cables
Please advise re how the anti-cables sounded with the Merlin speakers......thanks....I have the TSMs now.... 
Gershman Sonogram Loudspeakers
This review is right on the money. I am absolutely delighted with my Sonograms. 
Which components are "stupid good"?
The Grant Fidelity Tube DAC-09 is unbeatable value, at about $200. Very Enjoyable.Oppo DVD players are also great value as transports that will satisfy many if given a chance. 
Interconnects--How Important is a Tight RCA Fit?
Thanks fellas....wish I could remember Horchai's reference point...... 
Grant Fidelity PC-1.5 Perforance power cable ???
I have two of them, and they definitely improved the sound of my system. I use them with a Classe CAP 101 integrated powering B&W CDM9NT speakers, fed by a PS Audio Digital III Cullen modified DAC. Both the soundstage and hi frequencies are im... 
connect sub woofer from preamp out on integrated?
Thx again for providing thid info. I probably need to re-think this system. Fortunately it is a second one. 
connect sub woofer from preamp out on integrated?
Indeed, that is very helpful. My Epos sub has hi and low level inputs/outputs (with a variable frequency cut off filter) and I think I am starting to understand what needs to be done....unfortunately, the Classe CAP 101 has pre amp out, but no Amp... 
connect sub woofer from preamp out on integrated?
yes, I am running the Gallo speakers full range....plse explain what bass management means.....thx..... 
connect sub woofer from preamp out on integrated?
Thank you Bob. I have a Classe CAP 101 integrated amp with preamp out and an Epos sub woofer. I also have a pair of Gallo micro Ti speakers that don't do the low frequencies. Wanted to make sure I can't damage any components by feeding sub from pr... 
Experience with Klipsch RB 35 Bookshelf Speakers?
thx for your well informed reply....I think the Klipsch 81s are the way to go via eBay, and should provide some fun with rock n roll music for a while....much obliged for your assistance, James 
Experience with Klipsch RB 35 Bookshelf Speakers?
That is encouraging, especially when one considers the price. Thx for sharing your experience. 
How to make a DVD Audio
I find that sometimes the HD discs I burn with HD Audio Solo Ultra don't play on my Oppo 970, which I use as transport, with the coax digital out going to a PS Audio Digital III DAC. When they play, they sound terrific. Does anyone know if switchi... 
Any point in adding tube preamp to SS integrated?
Thank you Al. You have given me something to think about. Perhaps I will still try a tuber preamp with the CAP 101 integrated some day for fun. 
Any point in adding tube preamp to SS integrated?
Thank you all for your help. Mechans, it sounds like you have struggled with this and I appreciate you letting me know that there is no free lunch, in that if you like the tube sound, you can't get it just by adding one tube component in the chain... 
24bit wave to CD?
there is softwared you can download from the internet that will allow you to burn the 24 bit files onto a DVD, and then you need a player that can play DVD Audio.....an inexpensive one of that sort is the Oppo....