tom_hankins

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Where do you go after a BlueSound Node 2i?
I'm using the Node 2i with the Shciit Yggy, Auralic Vega G2. Have also had the original Auralic Vega with it. Great results. 
Affordable US Made Tube Pre/Power or Integrated Options
Used BAT (balanced audio technology)Built like tanks, sound great, American made.VK55, 55SE, 60, 75, OR 75SE are all very good to great amps.  
Koetsu Urushi opinions?
Thanks everyone. I ended up with a My Sonic Lab Signature Gold.  Around 50 hours on it, highly recommended !! 
Are There Any Risk to Your Stylus From Using Magic Reaser
One important thing, get the ones (magic eraser) without the cleaning  powder in them.   
Are There Any Risk to Your Stylus From Using Magic Reaser
I've never had any issues using magic eraser with many, many cartridges from at least seven product lines going back years.I never use gels or any wet cleaning solvent cleaners. Just cut a thin piece, lay it on the platter and lower the cartridge ... 
Synergistic UEF Blue v. Cerious Graphene Matrix Power v. Mad Scientist Audio Nitro Nano
Kubala Sosna Fascination works really great on my Node 2i and my Schiit Yggy. 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
Make an offer. Maybe they will take it. But don't take it personal if they don't. They don't have to discount, and they don't owe a discount on it. 
If you had to start all over again in this day and age
I'm good right where I am. 
Non Analytical Sounding DAC Upgrade- Budget $1,500 or less
Schitt Yggdrasil GS. 1600.00 new. Insanely good music maker. 
Koetsu Urushi opinions?
Thanks lewm. I owned the Rosewood Signature platinum some years ago, and enjoyed it. Not much info on the Urushi's  
Speaker recommendations 10 to 30k and no beryllium
You can get a new pair of YG Acoustics Vantage for at the top of your budget. Perfect fit for your room. 
thinking to buy Luxman M900u mono , what other similar amps should i look?
Tried/auditioned many. Audionet MAX monos have been hear a couple years now. Best I've had, and my favorite in there price range and above. Many reviews online. 
Looking for recommendations for a 'warm' sounding DAC
Schiit Yggdrasil,  Marantz 
Which cantilever to choose for re-tip
Stick with the Boron. 
Why are brick and mortar HiFi dealers so bad?
I'm in my 60's. Been to alot of stores and can only remember two out of all of them as being bad experiences.