markwatkiss

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Preamp suggestions for Thiel 3.6 & Bryston 4B-sst
Having owned several Bryston amps my pre amp of choice was an AR LS 15 with Infini caps.Together they yielded a distortion floor as low as any combination I've used. 
Shindo Monbrison better a RedWine Isabella?
Westexdent,I also have the latest version of a Red Wine amp,albeit a 30.2 LFP-V edition,but I do agree it's definitely a step up from the previous iteration.I really can't say anything negative about it. 
What Benefits Do You Really Get?
Huh! my system sounds better after a few drinks,what am I missing here. 
Joule Electra 150 Mkii or Hovland 200
Why would you consider a Hovland if the company has closed shop. 
Has anybody heard the new Audio Research LS 27?
Haven't heard it but maybe you may want to consider a pause until they release the LS 27 MK II.Go Packers 
Oh how I wish Class D amps ...
Class D amps and their advocates remind me of the dated Ford commercial where you have the owner of a new Ford Galaxy( I'm dated too)espousing to the chauffer of a Rolls Royce, Fords claim that their product rides as quiet as a Rolls.The Chauffer,... 
I am in the market for a $ 5-6 k monoblock amplif
Class D is still evolving and in my opinion the currrent menagarie of Class D amps will not bring long term satisfaction. 
MacCormack DNA225 vs Quad 909
The 909 is not a stellar performer,I much preferred the earlier 606.My opinion on my equipment,others may disagree. 
Magnepans with Bryston 7BSST
If home theatre is your pleasure the most pragmatic approach would be a 9BSST.Maggies and Brystons are a natural match. 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
Sherod,just wanted to make sure you're still reading this thread.Best of the New Year. 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
Yes my error, EL34 SET.Still nominate Sherod. 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
I see Josephs new 845 tubed SET amp in two versions is in production.Who's gonna be first,I nominate Sherod. 
Sanders Magtech Amp or Bryston 4B-SST2 4 Mags 3.6
Soundlock.Unfortunately I have not had the pleasure of auditioning a Magtech.I'm a big Roger Sanders fan and have no doubt that a Magtech would be a top tier performer.Up until 2010 my reference speakers were Innersound EROS III's,Sanders former c... 
Sanders Magtech Amp or Bryston 4B-SST2 4 Mags 3.6
From personal experience and having owned several different versions of Magnepans I can say in no uncertain terms Bryston amplification was my preferred choice. 
Solid State to Tubes and Back Again
I go back to ss on occasion to assess and compare.It's just part of my obsessive compulsive personality.