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Considering a Raven Audio Blackhawk Integrated for Tannoy Sterlings
I recently purchased the Aric Audio Motherlode II tube preamp after an audition period and I could not be happier, both with the preamp and with my dealings with the company.  Aric, the owner and builder, is great to work with and I think he would... 
Aric Audio's Motherlode II line-stage keep me up all last night
I recently purchased an Aric Audio Motherlode II preamp to use in a system with Pass Labs 60.8 amps and Tannoy Kingdom Royal speakers. My sources vary from vinyl to CDs to streaming. I have been in the hobby for a very long time and have owned man... 
What tube pre-amps pair well with Pass amps?
I stated earlier in this thread how great my system sounds with a Pass Lab preamp and Pass Lab amps. I have now heard the Aric Motherlode II in my system and it sounds amazing! If you want a tube preamp you should definitely talk to Aric. I ordere... 
What tube pre-amps pair well with Pass amps?
I am using the Pass Labs XA-60.8 amps with the Pass Labs XP-22 preamp in balanced mode and I can only say the musical presentation is outstanding in every way. It is very musical and not in the least anemic or lifeless. I have not heard any other ... 
DENAFRIPS Terminator & Jay’s Audio CDT-3 MK2, A Review
I've recently added the Jay's Transport and Denafrips Terminator to my system and I'm very pleased! I would like to know peoples' thoughts on i2s vs the other choices and if you like i2s best which brand have you chosen? Thanks for the input!