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Mcintosh c2600 issue
Hi,no it was purchased as new with the metal straps still in place Unopened box . Some one purchased 2 and never used it so I jumped on it . Im trying not to notice the flicker for now and will get it serviced within a month or so .  
Wilson Sophia 3 is easier to drive than Sophia 2 ?
I have the sophia 3 with Mc 452 and c2600 and I feel the 452 is not enough to get the best sound out of them . I think they could use 1.2k monos instead  . Thats a huge cost increase but Im sure it would pay off.  
all tube phono preamp creating a crackling, fire-like sound
That sizzling sound is something Ive heard many times I was using a Schitt Freya and had to replace tubes often I was paying extra for the higher rated hand picked tubes and still the sound would return .Ill say one thing you get what you pay for ... 
Wilson Audio SOPHIA II"s or III"s; good or bad passion.;on CJ gear ?
I have Sophia 3 with Mc452 plus D150 as a preamp and a Freya just for the tube stage .Im also using audioquest water xlr ,I believe the Sophias need even more power to really get them to sound their best .Overall Im satisfied with the sound so far. 
What Sonically is the Difference between a $1,500 CD Player and a $10K-$25K One?
Im glad that you asked this question I just purchased a mcintosh mct 450 and was so excited to hear such an improvement in sound with this sacd transport.My system is nothing too fancy but I believe it to be very decent .after hours of listening I... 
Schiit Freya Thump or pop sound
Thank you all for such fast responses,I have been turning my amp first and muting the Freya ,even tried waiting a minute to turn off ,turns out the subs being still on and having gain set to round 70 % seems to have been the culprit.i now just tur...