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Electraglide Ultra Kahn / Shunyata Anaconda vx
I have not tried the Anaconda, however have tried many Synergistic Research, Shunyata, Harmonix, and Electraglide power cables.On my front end I have not found a cord that has bettered the Electraglide Ultra Khan II... I have not tried the Epiphan... 
POWER CORD for Electrocompaniet EMC1-UP
I have used the Synergistic Research Resolution Reference, Electraglide Fat Man, Harmonix X-DC Studio Master, and currently the Electraglide Ultra Khan II Statement.From my experience they would fall in this orderbest - Electraglide Ultra Khan II ... 
Cables for Meadowlark Audio Kestral 2 speakers....
Cody-Also, to answer your inquiry on cabling. I have been told Audience AU24 as well as Analysis Plus mate well with the Meadowlark speakers.I personally am using Synergistic Research to great effect.Good luck with your search. 
Cables for Meadowlark Audio Kestral 2 speakers....
I will chime in briefly here. I haven't had personal experience with the K2's - however I have owned both the Osprey and now the Nighthawk from factory > shipping crate > my listening room. Both new and no hours... I can attest both took nea... 
Neat Jazz Music Review Site
Below is a link that has a ton of new independent artists... almost all have tracks available to preview. Some interesting search categories as well...http://www.cdbaby.com/ 
Preamps paired with DNA 225 or other McCormacks
I have successfully mated the Music Reference RM5 Mk IV on the McCormack DNA-1 Deluxe, as well as the VTL Ultimate (older true dual mono design by David) with the McCormack DNA-2 Deluxe. I have also heard the Audio Research LS-15 with the DNA-2 De... 
Which Audio Interconnect would you recommend?
I will chime in with a bit of information. I purchased a HIGHLY regarded company's interconnects and speaker cables (all silver) and they just did not sound well. I called The Cable Company and spoke with them about the situation and they mentione... 
5 CD's on your current "permanent " rotation.
Jerry Mulligan Quartet - DragonflyHolly Cole - TemptationDave Brubeck Quartet - Time OutPatricia Barber - Modern CoolDave Matthews - Some Devil 
Calling all First Sound Preamp Owners
I purchased my pair from Kevin at Upscale Audio, which I believe is an A'Gon dealer on here as well. Their website is www.upscaleaudio.comGood luck. 
Calling all First Sound Preamp Owners
I have everything plugged into my Balanced Power Technologies BP-3.5 Signature - EXCEPT the First Sound Presence Deluxe Mk II. This is a point Emmanuel Go was adamant about. When you first get the preamp, use the stock cord and tubes - straight in... 
KT90 experience?
I have used EI KT-90 Type III tubes many times as well as Svetlana & Sovtek KT-88's and both of their 6550's...The Ei KT-90 type iii (make sure to get the type 3 - the earlier versions were more 'zippy') will produce more power than a KT-88. T... 
Preamp Question
I would make it a point to give Stewart at Sanctuary of Sound at call in Port Orchard, WA. He is an audiogon dealer as well 360-874-1201. Not sure how far of a drive that would be, but he is a First Sound dealer. The Musical Fidelity gear is not e... 
How much burn-in for Soliloquy 5.3s
I purchased Soliloquy 6.2's new, and can tell you they sounded absolutely horrible for at least the first 250 hours - bass bloat and muddy, indefined image, etc. I think it took a good 450-500 hours to sound 80% and about 600-700 to fully break in... 
Neuance & Zoethecus,EMC-1UP & First Sound Preamp?
Audioengr-I currently run the EMC-1UP through the analog outputs. What and/or whos mods do you recommend for the EMC1-UP?Also, do you have any comments as to the performance of an EMC-1UP on a Neuance shelf?Thanks for the info. 
Which 3K CDP: Simaudio Nova, Ayre CX-7 Wadia 302
If you aren't set on buying new, you can also include a used Electrocompaniet EMC-1UP for around your price point. Many feel this is one of the best sounding red book players. Just another option...