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What are some good tube amps that rock? KT88's?
I'm currently using a pair of Manley Snappers to run mySignature 805's. While they don't have absolute controlof my previous amp(Moscode 401) they do sound more holographicand musical.Good luck 
Vandersteen Model 7: has anyone heard?
I heard them at RMAF and thought they sounded pretty goodoverall. I have to say the track that was playing was godawful and made me want to head for the exit though. 
Conrad Johnson 17LS Power Cord Recommendations
I've tried a various cords on both my 17LS and nowmy CT-5. My two favorite cords were the BMI HammerheadMK3 and a Tek-Line Reference. The MK3 cord is harder tofind these day's and its more pricey than the Tek-Line cordas well. I believe Tek Line w... 
Tidal Amea Diacera fantastic speakers
Just out of curiosity have you head the "regular"Tidal Amea? Any thoughts on these?Thanks 
802d for a 10x13 room, 8ft ceiling - am I nuts?
My room dimensions are similar to yours (10x12). I'mcurrently running a pair of B&W Sig 805's and theyprovided enough of a challenge to sort out. I reallythink you'll be much happier with either the new 804Dor even the 805D with a sub. Good luck 
McCormack DNA 500 vs DNA 225 upgraded
It was my understanding that all the mods that wentinto the DNA 225 Mods are standard in the DNA 500. Giventhe price difference between the two stock amps that's notsurprising. I would email Steve McCormack andask his advice.I did own a DNA 500 fo... 
What's a good power cord for conrad-johnson CT5?
Well I might as well throw my 02 cents in. I've had myCT-5 for a while now and have tried various power cords,including the Purist Dominus, Telwire, TekLine Referenceand lately the BMI Hammerheard MK3 and MK4. Of that listI really thought the BMI ... 
Subwoofer reccomendations for B&W 805S?
I think the responses here are all good suggestions. I'musing a Velodyne DD-10 with my Signature 805's. They workpretty well together in my 10x12 room. For what its worthmy friend has a DD-12 which I think would be too muchfor a room of my size. T... 
B&W Speakers
I have similar room dimensions albeit a little smaller. I'm currently running a pair Signature 805's with a Velodyne DD-10. This combination offers the most flexibility in terms of room positioning and still offers a nearly full rangesound. I woul... 
Question - speaker placement - B & W 805
I running the Sig 805's in a small room. 12x12 on a good day.I have mine about 3 feet from the back wall and I'm less than5 feet away from the speakers. While its less than and idealsetup I'm pretty satisfied. A few suggestions.Are you stands fill... 
CD player recommendations under $2K used
Another option to consider is the Modwright Sony 999ES Platinum version. I would make sure it has the tube rectified power supply though. It makes a huge difference. Theirs one for sale on here for for ~$1500. Good luck 
B&W 803S Speakers
I currently have the Signature 805s' in room with similardimensions. I'm sure the 803's are fine speakers but they could be too much for your room. I'm using a VelodyneDD-10 with my Sig 805's and they work well together. The805's have decent bass ... 
musical small sub for B&W 805s's
I've been using a Velodyne DD-10 with my Signature 805'sfor a couple of years now. Depending on the size of yourroom they might fit the bill. The software equalizationprogram that comes with the DD series certainly helps inintegrating the sub to t... 
best power cord for mccormack dna500
When I had my DNA500 I tried a bunch of different cords.The one that I preferred the most was the Purist AudioDominus (Ferox). It seemed to be nice compromise betweena Shunyata Python Alpha and my Elrod EPS Signature 3.Another cord I would suggest... 
PC on power supply for cd player
I have a Modwright 999ES that has a separate power supply.I find I get the biggest changes when I switch cordson the power supply. You will get a change on the playerside but its not as dramatic as on the power supply IMO.I'm currently using the T...