piebaldpython

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Not sure if I have enough oomph.
There is a ton of pop in those amps. Yes adequate for what you need. 2’s are not the easiest to drive out there. I passed up a pair because I didn’t have the amp to drive them at the time. Adding more power won't get a lot more. +3db to double the... 
Looking for a Warmer Sounding Phono Cartridge
Your preamp is a nice one! Still have the original JAN 12AX7's inside? Do you run your SUT through the tubed MM stage of the preamp?  
Recommendation Request for Tube Power Amplifier
I have a Paragon System E as well! When you pop off the cover you will see the quality of the build. Point to point silver solder wiring, etc. All very quality components and the sound reflects it. It is on par with quality gear of today because o... 
Determining exact power being sent to your speaker
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Sonographe SG-3 Jelco Arm- Cartridge Upgrade
Decided to purchase the ML and the Shibata replacement styli. Easy to change and determine which way to go for the next cartridge. The TT is pretty good and the arm matches the fully suspended suspension well. Feel the best decision is play for no... 
Bryston Versus Musical Fidelity
Bryston is an amp. A well built one for it's price point but it's nothing magical nor special. Just an amp. It will perform for you for decades without a hiccup :)  
Audio Research in Receivership.
The end of an era. As the product cost increased over the generations I never saw the value increasing like companies such as Accuphase or post Alpine Luxman. Both of these companies, from what I saw bettered their best of the lines while modestly... 
Anthem or Bryston Pre and Amp
I live in Canada (Ontario, where Bryston is located) and there is a rather large following here. I was at one time but no longer. Good product. Reliable and good value for the money but it is mid-fi gear at best. Good all around, great at nothing ... 
12AX7 use in EVO 100 line
About 1/4 the price for the good ones!!  
CLASS A POWER RATINGS
?? Doesn't an amp's topography determine?