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Is Bill Thalman man still working on Conrad Johnson's?
So sorry to hear that! Thanks.    
Compatibility of Cary SLI-100 with ProAc? Magnepan?
jjss49, why do you think the Cary and ProAc 2.5 are not to the task? What would you like to see in this pairing? 
Compatibility of Cary SLI-100 with ProAc? Magnepan?
JasonBourne, according to the specs, the SLI-100 output impedance is not on Cary's site. I wonder if what you describe happens with an SLI-100 paired with ProAcs?  
Cary SLI-80 or SLI-100?
Well, I must have done something wrong. My misfortune, it would have really been helpful to get opinions here. Thanks.... 
Suggest something that plays CDs and streams for around 3000?
Thank you all so very much. You have really educated me about the current approaches to having both CD and streaming. The Technics (thanks, M-DB) looks like the only deck so far that combines both in one box and the reviews seem good. OK, so that ... 
A question about what "streaming" is
Thanks, that's a big help. I went and checked out Tidal, I see how it works now.Can I just use my Mac to stream, and get as good of quality as, say, a Cary DMS-550, $3500?Am I sending the audio through my preamp like with a CD player?Then I'd thin... 
CD v Streamed
George, thanks from me too. You are and have helped me and the community.It's important. Steamers cost a lot, and if the music is getting mangled like FM radio does, makes it seem silly to spend thousands on a streamer. Plus, we just need to know.... 
Should I still buy a CD player? Suggest one?
Thanks again guys. The Zen mini and the Cambridge will, if I understand correctly, require a DAC. Can anyone recommend some DACs? Thanks, spirifofradio, for the link, will look at it. Thanks badger_erich, I'll look at the Cocktail as well. Not sur... 
Should I still buy a CD player? Suggest one?
Thank you all so much for bringing me into the present of the audio world. Thanks for your sympathy too. I’ve learned that State Farm (I’ll never swtich) will replace everything I lost with new stuff...but I have to buy it then get reimbursed. If ... 
Should I still buy a CD player? Suggest one?
millercarbon, yes the obvious options are teh streaming service lalitk (Ialitk?) suggests and a turntable. How available are vinyl LPs these days, and how much do they go for?I lost a few boxes of vinyl LPs and a few hundred CDs in the fire as wel... 
Which Harbeths for 14x35x12 living/kitchen space?
Hm, seems like my first attempt did not post.Joeinid,This weekend I drove to Phoenix and bought Frank's flawless Proac 2.5s. I had not thought I'd ever find a good pair, and that's when I started looking at other speakers ;to replace the One SCs f... 
Which REL subs for ProAc One SCs?
Problem solved! Sarah (Sc53) noticed I said I wished I could find some 2:5s. Well she saw a pair for sale here and let me know and I now own an absolutely flawless pair of 2.5s in oak, purchased from Frank in Phoenix. A much more satisfactory solu... 
Which Harbeths for 14x35x12 living/kitchen space?
A belated thank you, guys.Jim 
Which REL subs for ProAc One SCs?
Bob, there is an NHT X2 in the classifieds for $600. FYI.Jim 
Which REL subs for ProAc One SCs?
Sc53, I am in New Mexico. Could you drop me an email about these? I might drive across the country if we can work it out. Then I would sell my (perfect, Yew wood) One SCs and stands.Thanks. [email protected] (hope audiogon allows this)