Dartzeel NHB-108

FMPND--I believe you're confusing cautious approbation with an outright endorsement. I never said that I had listened to the Dartzeel (though I have--admittedly not under optimal circumstances--and found it stunning in its smoothness and 3-D lifelike qualities while driving a pair of Kharmas). Nor did I make any invidious comparisons with other amps. I simply stated that it is in the upper echelon. If you will consult the Marks review, it would be hard to believe that Hooper would be mistaken to audition the Dartzeel.

LOL!! You da man Gladstone! "May I have the envelope please"

And the award goes to . . . .

PS - I think Hooper would be fool not to audition the Dartzeel. Now QUINT on the other hand . . .

FMPND--I think you're being too quick to dismiss the Dartzeel, but I'm glad that I've managed to supply you with some merriment.

But I must confess one thing: you were right about the merits of a certain Japanese shark versus a South American humming bird.

Ah Mr. Gladstone, when tongue leaves cheek, you ain't so bad! Yes, I was correct. Which is why I am having fun with you and Mr. Zeel. Truth be told (God forbid), I haven't heard the Zeel, so unlike you, I won't tease Kharma owners with it - besides, its better with the Von Schweikerts right?