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Paradigm Persona series
Well,Demo'd these a few times.  (and a few speakers in the persona line-up)If you like detail, I mean LOTS of detail they have it in spades.  The first 10-15 minutes at moderate volume - holy crap, if it's in the recording they will reproduce it.A... 
Full Range under $5k-ish
Assuming New?I’ve been through a number of speakers the past few years. I’m a classic rock fan, I listen a bit loud also. But at your price point, for new speakers it’s pretty easy for me to narrow it down to 2 speakers. (if you can ever so slight... 
My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each!
I think there are a few things to keep in mind with the thread.1. It’s a fun read. I’ve known WCSS for quite a while now, I’ve sold equipment to him (very early on) and bought from him. As a buyer/seller - dude is nails.2. I view the thread a few ... 
Any insight on Tekton Double impact BE, Focus Se, Salk SS 8, or Golden Ear TRef?
@axememan Agree, I'll even take the Dave Mustaine/James Hetfield gravelly snarl style again.There is actually a lot of good music out there, but I can't take the growling. 
Any insight on Tekton Double impact BE, Focus Se, Salk SS 8, or Golden Ear TRef?
Dropped you a PM, I can give you thoughts on all. I’ve heard them, all or owned variants.I might also consider the Ohm Walsh 5000, particularly given your choice of music, depending on your room configuration.You should have no fears if you go wit... 
Pass labs XA-160.8 monos - or -  Mark Levinson 536 monos for Magico's
Pass Labs - I would order from Reno Hi Fi, so if I didn't like them I could ship them back. 
What are the best speakers you have ever owned and why?
That I've owned..Pretty sure I would give that spot to the OHM Walsh 5000's that I currently own.  Remarkable speaker in many ways.  Incredibly well rounded.  Maybe not the single best at single things, but from top to bottom, to my ears they do t... 
Preview: CODA Technologies new generation number#8 Stereo Amplifier
I like Coda having owned one years ago, very nice amp.  Doug is a good guy, and I trust TJ's review.I dig meters and machining and typically like Coda's look, but something about that amp looks too "Busy" for me.  I'm sure it sounds excellent and ... 
Anyone have experience with the new ELAC DDP-2?
No, but it does look like a potentially nice package.  Moon has something similar in the 390, but it's big, big bucks.With how fast digital and streaming changes, I have a hard time having it all built in to a 5k unit, but the AA is a nice looking... 
A new chapter has begun.
Nice speakers, and awesome you are happy.  Think I might be pretty close myself for a while... 
Which would you choose; Pass 250.8, arc 75SE or luxman m900u?
Roxy... what's the budget?Used OK?By excitement?  More forward?  More impact?  More detail?What is your source? 
A new chapter has begun.
Love the enthusiasm.  Which ProAc's? 
Which would you choose; Pass 250.8, arc 75SE or luxman m900u?
Like anything audio, it comes down to opinion.As for overpriced - oh I suspect most of it is!No question Nelson voices his amps to have a house sound.  I'm a fan, I have a 250.8.  But I try to give some context.  I want a live sound, I listen to r... 
Krell XD gear in the House Initial Impressions
The K300i looks to be an interesting product, and possibly a nice value depending on street price.That said, different look than the XD stuff, and.... no fans.I'll be interested to see how long this XD stuff with the upgrade stays in the line-up, ... 
Ownership and Review of a pair of Ohm Super Sound Cylinder
Fortunate enough to have a pair of the 5000’s that I bought used. Sent the cans into John and the team at OHM for new cans and a once-over.  I have some old OHM Pro-200's that are beaten up pretty badly and not perfect but they did so much right I...