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TEAC NT-505 FUNCTIONAL REVIEW
I try to use Minimserver to scan my music library on my Dell PC accessible from the Nt-505 but could not make it work.I installed Minimsever on my desktop PC.I installed the Lumin app on my iphone, but this app does not see my music library on SSD... 
Is there any Streamer/DAC/Preamp good enough to replace a dedicated standalone preamp?
My source is Universal player Ayre c5xMP.  I am looking for a streamer/DAC around $3k with SQ better than  my Ayre. 
Under $3K streaming dac suggestions, Roon Ready?
robelvick, what has made you not going with the Teac NT-505?   I am debating between it and the BB.  Thanks 
Getting into Streamer/DAC
I don’t  have any DAC or Mytek yet.  I want to spend around $2k and is looking into Mytek it the Teac 505 with ROON ready.  My current set up is listed in the My System thread.  Thanks  
ARC Ref 210 or Ayre MXR with Wilson Maxx2
I believe there is a RCA to Balanced adapter sold by Ayre that can connect single ended preamp to balanced tube amp. I am not sure this connection will be optimal for use with the full balanced design of Ayre. 
Subwoofer for Wilson Maxx2
I currently have Sound Lab speakers which is almost 3 feet wide per side, 1 feet from side wall and I sit about 9ft, almost near field, and is ok since it's panel speaker, running with Velodyne sub. I owned WP 6 and want to try MAxx2. 
Subwoofer for Wilson Maxx2
I am thinking to buy Maxx2, my room is 15x25x10. The sitting position is about 14-15feet from front wall that has a 110" HT screen. Will my room and my seating position be suitable to have the Maxx2? Will the bass be too much and boomy with my roo... 
TRL Marantz Sa-14
Has anyone had Marantz SA11S1 modded and what is the result? Is it better than modded SA14? 
XA777ES vs Meridian 508.24 vs Gamut CD1 in redbook
Mid40sguy,what is the cost for modwright XA777? 
Preamp Deal of the Century
I consider to order Chardonay. Would appreciated very much if anyone in Bay Area who has one and could let me audition? Does it have remote control? Thanks. 
Anyone Know What VTL sounds like?
About reliability, I own a pair of VTL for 10 years, and no problem whatsoever. 
Interconnects for Tube amps
Lak, what model of Silver Audio do you have? I plan to order the Bullet 6. 
Speaker Cable : Low/Mid Priced Advice
I have Tara TFAII, 8TC, Goerzt MI2, and Oval 9 and like Oval 9 the most. 8TC sounds too analytical and bright, MI2 sounds too warm and has too much bass, Oval 9 sounds smooth but with detail, and more neutral. 
VTL 6550 vs. KT90?
I own a pair of VTL225 with KT90 tubes. I talked to VTL, they recommend me to upgrade to 6550 tubes since they are more available and cheaper. They said they must change the amps to accept 6550. Does anyone know if KT90 and 6550 tubes are intercha...