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what are your favorite movie soundtracks.
Black Hawk Down 
Dynaudio vs Focal
Thanks to all for the feedback so far! Elviukai, I would really like your feedback on my last post. I have no idea of how to email anyone anymore on this site. 
Dynaudio vs Focal
How would you compare Scala and Temptation for a small to medium room that has thick carpet/curtain etc? Which is more tolerant of different rooms? Compare in the areas of micro detail, clarity, liveliness/excitement, brightness, transparency, sou... 
What is the crossover point ?
Dont you ever feel guilty about what you spend on this stuff? I do sometimes even though I can afford what I buy. I think compared to other 'hobbies' this is far more addictive, and the spending to improve increases exponentially. 
Anyone using a NAD M3 with Maggies?
I think the M3 has good reviews but perhaps NAD stepped into a price/product segment where they are not generally recognised? 
Anyone using a NAD M3 with Maggies?
I would second those positive comments on the M3, but cant comment on suitability with the speakers. I owned an M3 years ago and it is a tremendous amp for that price. I also wonder why it does not have a bigger following, per Elizabeth's comments. 
2012 Discoveries
Picked up the First Aid Kit and have been listening all afternoon. Thanks for this great lead, Richard. Similarities to Neko Case and a little of Emmylou Harris. The tunes are great and I like the expansive silvery feel to the sound. I really like... 
Gamut L5 - best solid state and best tube amp comb
Will, I cant give you definitive answers to the comparisons you ask about. I owned and loved the Di150 for a few years and heard it with quite a few speakers, but not the L5. I also compared it with a few high end amps. I stayed with Gamut amps an... 
Frustrated with the sound of my system
To add to my post, i disagree with much of the advice above and suspect it is one or more of your components and have had a bad experience with the same model Rotel player myself which i used in different systems and even moving to a new house and... 
Frustrated with the sound of my system
I once had the Rotel 965 and i remember it well for having a hard and fatigueing sound exactly as you describe. You are using a DAC so I am wondering if the transport itself can cause this. I suggest you borrow a different player to start with whi... 
2012 Discoveries
First Aid Kit sounds great. Like what I hear on The Lions Roar. 
2012 Discoveries
Amelia Curran sounds interesting. Listened to Hunter, Hunter which I think I will order. She is also new to me. 
wilson sophia and B&W 802d with Gamut di150
I see now that i probably passed the 'use by' date on this thread with my comment. 
wilson sophia and B&W 802d with Gamut di150
More power is better but the Di150 is 180w at 8ohm and 380w at 4ohm according to their specifications and goes down to 1.5 ohm. I have heard it driving some tough speaker loads quite well and sounding very good. There are many factors including yo... 
Gamut L5 - best solid state and best tube amp comb
I would definitely consider the Gamut Di150, a wonderful integrated amp.