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Can you run the HANA SL MC at 100 ohms?
I've owned the Hana EL and currently own the SL. They have the same internal impedance (30 ohms) and a similar sound, but the SL is more resolving in the mids and highs. I load the SL with a Bob's Devices transformer that feeds a Line Magnetic tub... 
Your favorite Electrostatic, Panel spkr
I owned the Acoustat 2+2s for many years, and I loved them. They are incredibly revealing and neutral. But I finally sold them and moved to the Martin Logan Impression 11a. I have a large room - 20' x 20'. They don’t play as loud as the 2+2 but ar... 
Dynavector cartridges, old and new
I own several Dynavector cartridges and also the DV-501 bi-axis tonearm. I currently have the DV-10x5, DV-23R (purchased as NOS) and the DV-17D2 and the DV-30C (re-tipped with an aluminum cantilever/spherical stylus). The 10x5 has a solid lively s... 
Journey ending speakers
Acoustat 2+2 electrostatics, built in 1984. I first heard them in a boutique hifi store 30 years ago when I was in my early 20s, and dreamed of owning them for a long time. Purchased a pair six years ago, updated the caps, and I haven't found anyt... 
What about the Tannoy Revolution XT 8F reviews
I recently purchased a pair of Tannoy XT-8Fs from Audio Revelation (on Audiogon), to replace a very old pair of Acoustat 2+2 electrostatics. In summary:Imaging is outstanding; better than any cone driver speaker I’ve ever heard, and even better th...