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Tekton Lore-S
I'm thinking of pairing these with my Line Magnetic Audio 216IA. Any owners here using these with a low powered tube amp? 
Integrated Tube Amp Under $3k Used
I should also mention I plan to upgrade to DeVore speakers in the future, just not sure which model yet. 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Good to hear you enjoyed the Kefs.Not sure what tubes are in the Jolida now, but they're definitely stock. I'm going to look into replacement tubes and opamps for it.On the integrated end, I've been eyeing tube amps primarily. Icon Audios seem nice. 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Haven't upgraded my outlet yet, but I did purchase the following:Pangea AC14SE - for my turntablePangea AC14 - for my preampAudioquest Black Mamba II - used between turntable and preampAudioquest Sidewinder - between preamp and integrated amp.VPI/... 
Mint LP Best Tractor---HELP
Thanks for this thread. Was just looking into getting a MINT for my Classic 1. Yip asked me to measure, and I got 257-258mm as well. Rather than deal with these inconsistencies, I'm gonna stick with the VPI jig. 
Mint Best Tractor still in business?
I see.When I emailed him, he asked me to measure the distance, and around 257mm was what it looked like to me. Does anyone know what the measurement should be for the latest VPI Classic? According to the VPI site, they're not making the 10.5i tone... 
Mint Best Tractor still in business?
I'm looking for one to use on my new VPI Classic 1. Does anyone have one I could borrow or buy?I have been in contact him regarding a new one. But I'm not exactly sure how to measure spindle to pivot. Is it the exact center point of the spindle, o... 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Here's some Kef Q55 specs from Audioreview: 2&1/2 way design, 150W, 6ohm, 91dB/W/m, floorstanding 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Also, what's with these Anti-cables on Audiogon, does anyone have experience with them? 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Warrenh- What is SET?Looking at the Focal Electra's right now. Musicdirect has them 40% off. I'm not going to be able to afford them for a few months, by then the sale will probably be over.Sbrownnw- Is it easy enough to test to see if I have a 20... 
Weakest Link? Your honest opinions.
Rlwainwright - I believe the weakest links are the Kefs and the Marantz. But I started the thread to see what other people thought. Sbrown - I listen primarily to rock, metal, country, bluegrass, and jazz. I love acoustic music, but I also get off...