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Paradigm Signature S4: Any info please
It's funny to read my review from way back and to think about how far I have come and how little I knew then.  I've since owned a set of B&W 802's and loved them along with Dynaudio C1's shortly after and ultimately Proac D Two's. All of which... 
Remastered White Album on vinyl
I have read reviews than went both ways on the new Beatles LP's ... I have a copy sitting unopened and it's on the block for this weekends Friday night jam session. Fremer is very particular and speaks his mind. He's been writing for 30 years and ... 
ADS L990 with what Amp?
I ran a set of 710's with a Jolida tube integrated ... it was very nice. Soft domes and tubes ... it was a very laid back sound, great with my digital files. You might want to bump up the power a little for the L990's. I love the ADS sound ... 
Compare the new Beatles vinyl to early pressings
I guess you just never know;I read an article in the Chicago trib that claimed that some of the new LP releases shined above all the rest, including the original pressings and the MoFi release. They had 3-4 polished audiophiles and a six figure sy... 
Budget system for Rock and dance Music?
I scored a pair of Altec Model 14's and a Sansui 9090DB for $800 on Craigslist - then scored a JBL 18 in a cab and a Peavey CS-400X for an additional $500. I shelled out another $75 for an EV xover. It’s all in the garage and it will rock your wor... 
network storage servers
It kinda depends on what the digital output device will be that feeds your system... PC, Mac, Sonos, Transporter, PS3, the list goes on and on. Do you have a stand alone DAC or will you need convert to analog? One idea that worked for me :Feed the... 
Review: Coffman Labs G1A Tube preamp
Last I checked Kurt had the G1A plugged into a pair of B&W Nautilus 802 D2's ... amazing sound. That was on Friday, and they were loaded with cool gear. I'm sure he can setup what ever you would like to demo. The new store is really nice that ... 
Some Advice
I was wrong ... the review was on the Classic 1 and he used a Lyra Kleos. There is a big write up in issue 46, but I found a brief under the AnalogAholic section. He also listed a few other test cartridges with the review, so he might be a good re... 
Some Advice
Wish I had problems like yours ... Tone Publications did a review on Lyra cartridges a while back. Even for the money they command, they are a real value. The review went into more detail and the reviewer was running a VPI Classic II or III I beli... 
Help needed finded some connectors
I had good luck with Drew as well, nice guy and he is fair. Shouldn't cost too much to pickup a good connector. I also do well with Parts Connexion out of Canada. Lots of DIY parts. I did a set of RCA's on a Rega turntable a few weeks back. A good... 
Review: Coffman Labs G1A Tube preamp
Update :One thing I forgot to put in the review is the use of a remote controlled DAC in the garage. It pretty much gives me my remote controlled volume, which is quite nice. It’s something to consider if a remote control is a must but you desire ... 
mark levinson 360s
I have switched a lot of equipment out but my 360s remains. It fit my system perfectly. I too had it matched with a No 37 and loved that combo but the 37 bit the dust. I replaced it with a Wadia 23 (transport mode) and the system has worked flawle... 
Coffman Labs G1 - Sounds Like a Winner
Finally made it in to Echo Audio on a relatively quiet afternoon for a listen. He was pushing a giant set of Duntechs with a pair of BAT VK-60's in mono via the Coffman G1-A. All I can vouch for is the preamp section as he didn’t have a turntable ... 
Coffman Labs G1 - Sounds Like a Winner
Made it to Echo last night and I was impressed. We arrived late and it was quite cramped. Lots of Echo Audio fans showed up, so there was no room for critical listening. The Coffman was a sight to behold; it's got a very distinctive look, not quit... 
Upscale Audio -- Tubes and Reliability
Thanks for the advice - I'm puttin an order in next week. I think I will give them a try.