vader007

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System evaluation
You can do much better than the Lexicon amp with that kindof money! 
What steps forward were actually steps backward?
Although I am coming around to the sound of my new Synergistic research cables I miss my MIT reference.I dont think the Synergistic cables are any better or worse but the MIT's just worked better with my equipment choices. I am VERY happy with the... 
Coherence II: balanced or single-ended?
Raquel,Wow, let me take a stab at this.A truley balanced design will sound better than a non differential design whether it is run in singel ended orbalanced configuration, simply because the circutry is isequal in either mode from input to output... 
CD Sound??
Bigkidz,You are on to something, no you are not insane, you may behearing a difference. Plextor, the industry satndard in cd/dvd burners have just upgraded thier burners with blacktrays to minamize light difraction from the laser.Also if you remem... 
Good ripping program - no compression
Clone CD is a bit for bit program. 
Nu Metal Anyone?
Yeah, thats my cup of tea alright.I wouldnt classify it as metal though.Dont forget Staind,Dream Theater,Perfect Circle and Audioslave. 
Aero Capitole as pre-amp for Spectral DMA-150?
Lourens,I think you answered your own question. Why take the risk?If your dealer advised against it, why would you bother seeking advice from people you dont know? Use your head man. Do you not trust your dealer? My next question would be then why... 
Favorite one box C.D.??
Wadia 860SE and the Mark Levisn 390S. I bought the 390S after a 20 minute listening session at my dealer.Note: I did not care for the old 39, the 390S is an entirely new animal! Since you did not list the components in your system, I just suggeges... 
wilson watt puppy 7 and krell 400cx...which preamp
The statement from Definitive is not correct. First off the internal adjustment does not have to be done by Krell, any dealer can perform it as well as yourself with out voiding the warranty. Its a simple flick of a switch on the output stage afte... 
Best Tube Preamp & SS Amp Combos
ARC ref II mk II and Krell FPB series amps are awsometogether! I used to own this setup, I miss it. 
best amp for BASS
KRELL! 
wilson watt puppy 7 and krell 400cx...which preamp
Audio Research Ref II mk II!This is a killer setup, I've heard it before! 
Krell questions and comments
When you own lazy speakers like my Thiels, you really appreciate the power reserves of the big Krells! The bottom end is amazing and with lesser amps these speakers can sound harsh. Power in general is not always the answer, however quality power ... 
CES is almost upon us.
I am planning on being there. 
what is dvi?
DVI stands for digital video interface. Davehrab is right there are two formats that are not compatable, HTMI and HDCP. The interface will carry an audio signal as well.We cant get a standard for anything!