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Emerald Physics speakers
Based on the reviews here I was so excited about this very cost-effective speaker/amp combo I mentally owned the equipment. I contacted the distributor and he sent contact info for a local customer with a complete OP/Wired 4 Sound setup. This audi... 
Audible Illusions Modulus 3 and Rogue M-120 Okay?
Weebeesdad-I sent you a private message for the source for the tubes. 
Audible Illusions Modulus 3 and Rogue M-120 Okay?
Weebeesdad-The Bugle Boys are about four years old now. They improved the overall smoothness and air significantly. Especially, the midrange. Honestly, the M3A is at least one order of magnatude better now with these tubes. Also, they are reasonab... 
Audible Illusions Modulus 3 and Rogue M-120 Okay?
AI Preamps do not quickly consume tubes. I've owned the M3 and M3A for a dozen years and only retubed once - not because the tubes were noisy or weak - just to warm the midrange a little. Installed Amperex Bugle Boys. Talk about taking the preamp ... 
Kuzma Confusion
In case anyone else has this same issue the culprit was a blown zanor in the power supply which also caused a cap to blow. Mr. electronics repair wizard also mentioned there is an extremely accurate quartz timer in the P.S. 
Who's your guitar daddy now?
We've seen Coco Montoya twice in the last two years and every time his chops are blistering hot. Something about his style.. he's just so relaxed yet plays intuitively with natural riffs that speak to me like this is true blues. Also recently saw ... 
You know you're an audiophile if--
You own a $3 K record cleaning machine. 
Musicians?
I play violin in a semi-professional orchestra. My axe is a 1927 Luigi Mozzani. I've never heard a music reproduction system capable of producing the actual timbre, depth, power and lush sound of a violin. Or, even close, for that matter. I suspec... 
BAT VK-32 tube preamp or stay with BAT VK-3ix
Your impression of the VK-55 is no surprise at all. After 17 years with my previous tube amp (Beard), I was awestruck when I tried the VK-55. This was the first and only amp I auditioned I was so impressed. At some point I may consider a VK-3iX to... 
Whos Going To RMAF 2008 This Year?
I'm a local and have never missed a RMAF. Just gets better every year. Could be a bit of a hassle with two locations, though. Enjoy! 
Best and Worst Rock Concert Moments
Intense Jerry connection: @1980, fall Dead tour in Denver, front row, Phil side then Jerry side later. Everyone stood for the whole show, natch. Halfway through the show someone tossed a beautiful wreath of roses on my chair obviously intended for... 
Ringo Starr or Charlie Watts???
Looks like this thread has been hijacked so I'll jump in with my off-topic comments. Saw the Who 11/06 with Zach and he was superb throughout the show. As Tvad mentioned, Pete put on a clinic. It had been 32 years since I'd seen them last and I wa... 
Mark Knopfler at Red Rocks
Another spectacular evening at one of the most magnificent venues anywhere. Knopfler played twice as long as his '06 appearance - which was so short it was an embarrassment to all. At least at that show he offered a smokin' warm-up band: William T... 
Best short-lived band?
Legion of Mary - so intense in concert. Wish I could remember more of it ;-)Bobby and the MidnightsGentle GiantRobin TrowerTommy Bolin 
Album which you have listened to most?
All vinyl:Dylan Self-ProtriatChristine McVie Self-titledINXS Listen Like ThievesJohn Klemmer Touch MoFiCat Stevens Tea for the Tillerman MoFiEric Clapton Me And Mr.JohnsonWho QuadronpheniaSanborn & James Double VisionSade Greatest HitsRobert C...