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Power cords for Meridian G08 cd player?
There is probably no one "BEST" but Tek Line Audio has a new line REFERENCE that I am very pleased with 
Power cond from Furman & PS Audio which one?
Definitely go with a PPP, and have Tek Line Cables upgrade it for you to a 20 amp IEC. This increases current flow by around 30% which may be the differene for those who found it restricted dynamics 
Is Straightwire still making the ribbon spk. cable
I don't think so. You can contact Wire World, David Salz designed the ribbon cable 
Best balanced signal cable
What's your budget? PS Audio Transcedent Silver is outstanding- warm, full bodied, fast and extended 
Is it really the system?
Most people do not have a goal. How can you, unless you have a comprhensive knowledge of what to do and when to do it? Here's a secret, most gear is pretty damn good. The problems arise from room accoustics, quality of electricity, vibration contr... 
Which speaker for my system?
Think ooutside the monkey coffins- MAGGIES! 
Using platforms / shelves under floorstanders?
Check out Promethean springs at Machina Dynamica website 
CDP Update help
Raysonic 168, add cryoed Russian NOS, Herbie tube dampeners & isocup/balls, Tek Line micro Reference Xtreme power cord 
How would you run an audio salon?
First, I would get a lobotomy 
Digital amps overhyped ?
I am biamping with PS Audio GCA 250 and a pair of Wyred4Sound monoblocks. They sonically bestest my Rogue M 150s in every way, cost less than half and are 80+% efficient. And since they weigh about 13 pound each, shipping is inexpensive. 
Recommended power cords with Musical Design amps
For a few dollars more you can get the new Tek Line Cables microReference. I have been beta testing it and the next level up. At $350, the miroReference is a bargain 
Nova Memory + DAC or top class CD player?
Nova has recently revamped their website. I have heard several generations in my own system. AWESOME. Aas, out of my price range.They are available as a complete player and preamp 
Good usedpreamp recommendations up to $1500 or so?
THe PS Audio GCP 200 is an excellent preamp. Google Affordable Audio dot org for recent review. They don't come up often, but well worth seeking 
why are two subs harder to place than full range?
First get a dolly so you can easily roll it around. In most rooms, deep bass does not couple in the same plain as the mids/highs. If you notice, most really expensive speaker systems have separate subs and a XOIf you use one sub, try to place it o... 
How can I improve my CD sound?
No question, CD is an unforgiving medium. It's takes attention to detail and a good player. Everything matters- power cord, interconnects, vibration control/isolation, demagnetizing discs before play, cleaning off the mold release, treating the su...