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Replace Thiel CS3.5 Mid-Range with the Scanspeak 10F/8424G
stereo5, thanks for the response.  I've heard nothing but great things about PBN and especially Rob.  No reflection on them, I do like to hear independent voices on speakers as sound & hearing are subjective.  twoleftears, go it.  It took awhi... 
Thiel Owners
Just picked up a pair of 3.5s 2 days ago. Paid $275, but the cabinets are pretty beat up… delaminated veneer, minor moisture damage, scratches & broken grill frames. Also, pushed in tweeter domes & a small dent in one mid-range frame. Neve... 
Thiel Owners
Jafant, TomThiel & Rob @ Coherentsourceserice.com, thanks so much for the responses.   Some Thiel fans for years have been looking for a replacement mid-range for the Thiel CS3.5.  Several contenders apparently have come & gone.  The 10F/8... 
Thiel Owners
Looking to replace the damaged mid-range in my Thiel CS3.5 speakers.  PBN Audio recommends the Scanspeak 10F/8424G 4” as a replacement.  Apparently no modifications to the crossover are required. Has anyone heard the CS3.5 with the 10F/8424G? ... 
Best $100 - $200 USB Coverter
Steve, thanks so very much. Your unbiased advice is truly appreciated. I'm checkin' it out now. Many Thanks, Jim 
Cary CD 306 SACD Pro vs Marantz SA-7S1 SACD Playe
Ah023, I would also like to hear if anyone can render an objective comparison of these highly regarded CD/SACD players. Anyone? 
Subwoofer Power Amplifier Recommendations
Thanks for the responses. The Behringer A500 has certainly made my list. Let me clarify a bit, not a big bass freak at all. Hoping for a seamless transition with the bi-amped Joule VZN-80 tube OTL amp on top to the SS woofer amp on bottom. The Mar... 
Jethro Tull Remasters - Better Sound?
Thanks so much for the responses. Am going to get Benefit remastered. 
Will SACD Formats Play through a Standard DAC?
Thanks... darn it. 
Best sounding cd in your collection
Got to agree with Mcrheist:Guy Clark's "Workbench Songs"will have to add:Guy Clark's "The Dark" 
Matching Merlin VSM's with a Cary SLI-80
John, I've had the SLI-80 with VSM-Ms for a few weeks and have enjoyed it very much. I found the type of KT-88 tubes used has a huge sonic impact with this amp. Personally I really enjoyed the KT-88EHs and was not as excited with the JJs (JJs more... 
Jukebox and SACD - Help Me Get Great Sound
Itball, I'm in the late stages of completing a system for a new room we're adding. I can provide general first impressions. Although I have several input sources, one is a cheaper 400 CD Sony jukebox player (I entertain a lot and changing CDs is n... 
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
1. Grateful Dead, American Beauty. Classic. Will change your perspective. Top of my list for over 25 years.2. Billy Joe Shaver, Gypsy Boy. (Vinyl) Dark, haunting... takes you to a different place.3. Kris Kristofferson, Silver Tongued Devil. You ei...