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Rogue versus Peachtree
Have you made a purchase yet? Why not try a new or used Esoteric RZ-1. I like mine. 
looking for an "all in one" unit.
Update: I switched my connection between MacBook and RZ-1 from USB to glass fiber. The MacBook has a two-way headphone jack, which also serves as a mini-toslink port. 
looking for an "all in one" unit.
I own the esoteric rz-1 and can say it is very nice in appearance and function. It sounds great, too. I decided to reduce the stack of separates in my livingroom. My laptop fits right on top. I Feed iTunes and Pandora to rz-1 via USB, which makes ... 
Esoteric K-01
Upgraded from SA-50 to K-03. Allowed CD player portion to burn-in for 30 days and it made a huge difference. Now burning-in the USB and Toslink stages.Have compared single-ended to balanced XLR but cannot hear a differnece (AU-24e). Could not affo... 
Most Beneficial Cable Upgrade
I borrowed several simple devices, which measure noise on an AC conduit. One was Monster Power "Dr. Power" and the other was AudioPrism "Noise Sniffer". The devices seem gimicky but yield startling noises. During the test, I unplugged the ice mach... 
Accuphase T-1000 tuner
T-1100 is already available from dealers. 
Accuphase Class A or A/B speaker match Dynaudio C1
First of all, the Dynaudio C1 in the glossy rosewood finish is drop-dead gorgeous. If this speaker would perform well at lower listening levels as it does at higher levels, I would have bought a pair long before now. My Accuphase E-550 can easily ... 
Accuphase Class A or A/B speaker match Dynaudio C1
C1 Technical Specifications:Sensitivity 85 dB (2,83 V/1 m) IEC Power Handling 170 W Impedance 4 Ohms Frequency Response 45 Hz – 22 kHz (± 3 dB) Box Principle 2-way bass-reflex Crossover Frequency 1800 Hz Weight 10.9 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 200 x... 
TW Raven One owners- will this be it ?
Like like most older TT's, the Thorens TD 135 & 124 require correct AC power from your electric utility. If the local voltage is above 120VAC, it may not be possible to slow the motor to correct speed unless you buy a varistat. The old-fashion... 
Your Favorite Top 10 tuners all time
I currently own:Kenwood KT-8300 (bought on New Year's Eve 2009 for $220 via local Craigslist. Looks like new). Accuphase T-101 (bought new in 1975, when I was in 8th grade. Also bought E-202 at same time. Paid on lay-away until my mom offered to p... 
Quality DAC with volume control - suggestions
We like our Uther DAC with volume control. We use it in lieu of a traditional preamp to drive our CJ MV60SE amp. However, the Uther does not allow one to hear very loud music. Our typical music sources are Itunes via Toshiba laptop/HagUSB converte... 
Amphion Xenon vs Usher 6381
I like my Amphion Xenons in so many ways I cannot describe. They sound great anywhere in my home, which has hardwood floors. They sound detailed and full at lower listening levels, which my wife admires most. They reproduce simple jazz and voices ...