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Odyssey Stratos monoblocks with Elac Adante AS-61
Thanks stereo5. Your comment was a great help. 
Odyssey Stratos monoblocks with Elac Adante AS-61
Thanks everyone for quick response.Actually, I've been considering Audio Alchemy DPA-1M monoblocks too since they are produced by the same manufacturer as the Elac speakers'. I'm pretty sure that they will make great sound with the Elac speakers, ... 
Top jazz trios piano, bass, drums on vinyl?
I'm not sure if it's available on vinyl, but you should definitely try Keith Jarrett trio's Standards II. One of the greatest jazz trio albums, IMHO. 
Any good quality DAC in $300-400 price range?
Thanks Timlub for the Musiland DACs info. Yes, I've heard about the Chinese brand and good quality of their products. It seems to be pretty popular in Korea too. (I've read the article on a Korean website.) Since I'm a PC user (for audio stuff) wh... 
Any good quality DAC in $300-400 price range?
Thank you all for your great answers.After reviewing everyone's answer and doing additional research, I've found that there are not many USB 2.0 DACs that support all of the available sampling rates. However, I think I'll have more options to choo... 
Any good quality DAC in $300-400 price range?
Thanks Mofimadness for your quick response.I did a little bit of research on Schiit BiFrost and found that it doesn't do upsampling as others normally do. So it may not be the one I'm looking for.Has anyone heard Cambridge Audio DacMagic 100? It s... 
sub-woofer recommendation for 2.1 channel
@Johnnyb53, Thanks for your answer!It was very helpful. 
sub-woofer recommendation for 2.1 channel
Thanks for your recommendations on the Martin Logan subwoofer.However, I'm not sure how I can connect the ML subwoofer to the amp.Please take a look at the pictures of the speaker and amp.http://www.audiovideostore.com/images/MartinLogan_Dynamo500... 
Brad Mehldau
My favorite Mehldau's album is HIGHWAY RIDER. I've listened to several albums of his, but this one is the most original and intriguing. 
Onkyo A-9555 amp + Totem Model 1
Thanks for your comments.Actually, Onkyo A-9555 is available at $380 from Accessories4less.http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKA9555BLK/Onkyo-A-9555-Integrated-Digital-Amplifier-Black/1.htmlOne concern I have is that you can hear ... 
JBL ES20 vs. Polk Audio TSi100
I'm currently using Polk Audio TSi400 speakers.I used to use the JBL bookshelf speakers as main speakers too.If you listen to pop/jazz/rock rather than classical, I think JBL is better. 
Bose 901 series VI & Yamaha A-S2000
I've found a pair of used Proac Studio 125 speakers at $1,000. What do you guys think? 
Bose 901 series VI & Yamaha A-S2000
Mirage OMD15 seems to be a nice affordable one.88 positive reviews on the vanns.com website are very impressive.Thanks Johnnyb53 for the information. 
Bose 901 series VI & Yamaha A-S2000
I live in Howard county, Maryland.It's kinda hard to find any stores that carries hi-fi audio equipment around here.I've heard that Vandersteen 2Ce speakers are very good but not sure if they will match well with the Yamaha amp. Also, I tested Tot... 
Bose 901 series VI & Yamaha A-S2000
Thanks all for your valuable inputs.As a newbie in the hi-fi world, I learn new things everyday. :)I pretty much made up my mind to buy the Yamaha amp but still not sure which speakers to choose. I guess it would be better for me to buy a pair of ...