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Structural beam in middle of listening room
Suggested, not symbiosis bees  
Structural beam in middle of listening room
I spoke with a contractor. It is a structural beam and they symbiosis bees a steel cross beam with two new support beams for over $30k .  
Structural beam in middle of listening room
o_holter.   Nice room/system. I sent my room layout to an acoustic engineer who thought the pillar woundn't affect the sound.  I wouldn't dampen it. I rationalize it by thinking it adds diffusion.  
Wilson Sophia 2 tweeter repair/replacement
Just wanted to post a follow up note. Good news is that I received a note from David at Wilson Audio and replacement tweeters are avaialble for Sophia 2's'   He offered assistance in working with a dealer of my choice in getting a pair in a week.... 
Valve amplification vs Pass labs
Not the same league as Valve Amp 200's but I was a long term tube lover and switched from Rogue Stereo 100 to Pass X250.8.  Still a wonderful midrange but more dynamics, especially for orchestral music.  
Wilson Sophia 2 tweeter repair/replacement
Thanks very much for the suggestions!  I just sent an email to Millersound. Hopefully, he can repair the tweeters and he would be a great resource down the road if the other speakers fail. If he can't repair them then I'll try Paragon, I have pu... 
Looking for a few Local Audiophiles in Monmouth County to Listen to Music
I'm in Monmouth County (Ocean Township) and would be interested in a get-together.  You can PM me if you like. Joe  
Structural beam in middle of listening room
I'm  getting some help from GIK and should get some of their products in a week or so.In the mean time, I favor the position with the speakers about 6 feet from the wall behind and the listening position about 5 feet behind the column.Both positio... 
Structural beam in middle of listening room
Swamp,It is a 4inch diameter vertical column and it can be either right behind my head or about 2 feet in front of my face.Bob, This system is about 2 months new for me after 25 years in this hobby. Started in college with a DIY Dynaco st70 clone ... 
BAT VK 250 vs Pass XA30.5 for Wilson Sophia 2
I like the Rogues and will keep them - I like to have a tube amp around to switch to when I get the itch for a different sound.  They are very musical but don't have the grip on the bass or treble detail that I know the Wilson's are capable of.I w... 
Wilson Audio Sophia 2 or Goldenear Triton 1
The audition was outstanding and I purchased the Sophia 2's.I am using them with a Rogue stereo 90 and they are very clean and musical with a bass that is deeper and better defined than I expected. 
Wilson Audio Sophia 2 or Goldenear Triton 1
All helpful comments. I am auditioning the Wilson's tomorrow and expect to purchase then. Will post my comments after I have them home a few days.Curious to what amps you like with them. I will try my Rogue90  tubes and Odyssey Stratos but am thin... 
Wilson Audio Sophia 2 or Goldenear Triton 1
Very helpful....thanks.Joe