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Naim Nait 5i-2
I see a lot of positive reviews of the Nait 5i-2, but little mention of the Naim CD5i -2. Thoughts on the CD player? 
Naim Nait 5i-2
Just hooked it up to a pair of Avalon Evolution NP2.0 speakers, Analysis Plus cables, and it sounds great. 
Snell EIV: refoam or replace?
I bought a new pair of ElV's in 1997. While I have sold off almost all of my older gear, selling the Snell's is one of my few regrets. 
Dali 400mkii or 800mkii?
I think the rears could be ok, not so much the center. 
Speaker Burn In?
You can do both. Play lots of music while you're home and awake, play a tuner at night and while at work. I haven't bought many new speakers, but did find that Vandersteens did improve radically after a week of non stop play. 
Outlaw RR2150 Receiver Power Cord?
I totally agree Rok2id. And out of curiosity I looked, and the basic BMW 7 series sedan offers tire option upgrades beginning at $1300.00 
Outlaw RR2150 Receiver Power Cord?
The manufacturers say they are often in a tough spot, wanting to include a good cord, but knowing many/most owners will not use it. 
Outlaw RR2150 Receiver Power Cord?
Though many auto manufacturers do offer different tire options at different price points. 
Outlaw RR2150 Receiver Power Cord?
I have seen the statement to not replace power cord from a number of manufacturers. When I asked one why, they stated too many customers used cords that did not meet proper specs and could potentially damage gear. They did not say that a good afte... 
Genesis 900 subwoofer remote
I bought one in 1999, store demo, it was awesome. Made before Genesis went bankrupt and later reconfigured. By that time they were making the 928. I think it can only be controlled with the remote and plug in head unit. 
Which companies deserve a star for Christmas
Mark at Reno Hi Fi, Paul at Clear Day Cables 
Jeff Rowland Capri phono card removable?
I bought my Capri without a phono card, and installing the phono card was quick and easy. I have the moving coil card, and believe it is quite good, and an awesome value compared to an external. 
Breaking-in a Pass Amp
For X250.5 told by Pass dealer; 4 days on continually, then 4 days of 16 hours on, 8 hours fully off (not standby). I also felt it improved a little more after a few weeks of regular use following the 8 day break-in. 
USB or S/PDIF for Simaudio 100D
Thanks Meiwan. Was there a converter you found to be a good match with the 100D? 
USB or S/PDIF for Simaudio 100D
All the music on my computer is from redbook CD