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Review: Spendor SP-100 Speaker
It took me 4 years since my last comment to actually purchase the Spendor SP-100's. I LOVE the sound - and should have them for a very long time... 
Anyone have a pair of ICON Parsec speakers?
I have the original owners manual and promotional material if you need them. Happy to copy for you. You will LOVE these speakers. I picked up a pair that were used for a very reasonable price. I was going to use them as a stopgap until I could fin... 
Programs for File management - HELP
Let me say once again, THANK YOU to all of you for taking the time to share. I am learning a great deal, and I am sure you have saved me hours of frustration by giving me insight on different means of setting this system up. Please, keep this goin... 
Programs for File management - HELP
Kublakhan;You truly understand my concern. Although for now, whatever program I choose will be fine, I am most concerned about the future. I guess I should stop worrying so much, and make some decisions. I will give media monkey a shot. I will let... 
Review: Spendor SP-100 Speaker
RoxyYour timing is impeccable. I have just sold my Dunlavy SCIV's and need to replace it with somthing smaller to please my wife. I have always loved the Spendor sound, and have owned smaller models in the past. I have also dabbled in Linn speaker... 
Programs for File management - HELP
With that said Kublakhan, what would you recommend for a interface. From simple...with the ability to upgrade as needs and equipment change? 
Programs for File management - HELP
Thanks for the responses so far. I suspect that Kublakhan has the most realistic answer. There are no shortcuts. Practice makes perfect. Please continue contributing with ongoing advice. Thanks in advance! Gerry 
Tube amp suggestions-Dunlavy IVA
Try the Cary SLI-80. Plenty of juice to drive them,and great sound. Look for the signatire model, it has ssome great mods, and makes a great amp better. Gool Luck! Gerry 
Shanling SCD T-200 Playback Problems HELP
Thanks! I am hoping it is not the laser. Wouldn't a laser problem prevent decent playback on all tracks?Gerry 
Sophia Electric EL34 integrated amp
I started with the Sophia EL34 as my entry into tubes. Great little amp, suberb value used. certainly worth looking into. A few on the market now, make an offer below 600 and you have a great amp for a good price. When the upgrade bug hits, you wi... 
Tube Integrated Amps
I have been happy with the Sophia Electric EL45. Economical (+/- $600) used, and sweet sounding for Vocals, Jazz and acoustic. Puts out about 40 watts, push/pull. The one annoying fact is they label all of their amps SET which stand for Sophia Ele... 
Best small intro to tubes?
I second the Sophia EL 34. You can pick it up used for about $600. Worth every penny, you can get all your money our of it once you realize how wonderful, and contagious the tube sound can be...You WILL be upgrading...LOL Good Luck! 
EL 34 vs. KT 88 ---- What's the difference?
This has been a great thread all. Thanks for all of the information. 
Efficient Match for Shanling Mono TUBES ?
I have not. I run the cd player directly to the Amps so, I need the volume connected. Anyone else have experience?