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Where are the Exogal Vortex streamers?
There is no release date yet, but look for an announcement very soon. The Vortex X1 will be the first released, followed by the other models probably a few weeks later.When I redesigned the website a while ago I opted to include the Vortex informa... 
PS Direct Stream latest firmware, "Snowmass"
PS Audio isn't the only company using FPGAs. 
Turntable setup in Chicagoland area
Gee, bpoletti, I don't know what to say except the check's in the mail :-)celander, yes, Chris is a good guy. He moved back to Michigan. 
Turntable setup in Chicagoland area
One of my repeat customers posted this.https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/highest-detail-cartridges/post?postid=1600811#1600811Brian Walsh 
Kuzma CAR40 <> Phasemation PP2000
Franc Kuzma designed his cartridges and tonearms to work together. The Phasemation is about twice the price of the CAR-40, while the CAR-50 price is similar.Brian Walshformer Kuzma dealer who is still delighted with the CAR-50 on the 4Point 
Turntable setup in Chicagoland area
DeKay is correct, but I am no longer there. I do offer the service freelance and stake my reputation on the results. I can be contacted by private message here or by calling the number for my old business.Brian Walsh 
Exogal DAC
Thankful, I demonstrate and recommend the Clarity Cable Vortex power cord with the Exogal Comet Plus along with the Aurender N100H server.Dealer disclosure.Brian Walsh 
Music Servers
I visited a dealer friend in another part of the country a few months ago. He sells Baetis and Aurender. Sonically they are different, Baetis being more analytical. Operationally they are very different, with Baetis being Windows based while Auren... 
Cudos to Brent Jesse
I have avoided doing business with him even though he is nearby because several years ago he refused to deliver in person, saying something about their insurance not allowing customers on the premises. I understand that, but what's the problem wit... 
Best Cartridge for Kuzma Airline
Kuzma CAR-50. Magic when set up carefully. 
Bricasti M28 amps who owns then and thoughts?
Bricasti president Brian Zolner will be here for demonstrations on Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28 of the M1 DAC and M28 monoblocks. The system will include the new Aurender N10 music server, to arrive later this week - we are the first dealer... 
Atmas-phere MP-3 MKIII --- opinions?
The other day after dinner with friends in Atlanta we went to one of their homes, where we demonstrated the Atma-Sphere UV-1 in his very high end system. The preamp acquitted itself very well even before being warmed up. They will have it for a fe... 
Quicksilver Gold contact enhancer
Brian Kyle, the fellow behind Xtreme AV, passed away on Feb. 15, 2014. It was a privilege to know him and be a good friend. Brian and I had some great times together, especially at shows.Brian Walsh 
Analog Consultant in Milwaukee Wisconsin
Teeshot, as you can see I have helped Loki1957 (twice) as well as others, including Flemke. Loki1957 wants me to fly out to Santa Fe to set up his rig when he and his wife retire out there next year. I've traveled to customers' homes on the west a... 
HELP HELP - VENDETTA RESEARCH SCP2A FAULTY
Dnath is correct. These NOS JFETs from the 70s have been unobtainium for a long time, and John Curl is one of only two or three people who matched them by curve tracing them.