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Madrigal Proceed PCD3 remote control... HELP
I fixed a CAL DX2 remote control where the batteries leaked by watching a Youtube video 
Personal Turntable Evolution
Updated Turntable Journey: 1. Dual 12252. Bang & Olufsen RX w/MMC5 cartridge3. Denon DP59L4. Rega Planar 3 with Accutex MM cartridge5. Kenwood KD-5070 w/Audio Technica cartridge6. Harman Kardon T45 w/Ortofon OA-30 cartridge7.  Thorens TD-125 m... 
Carver TFM 45 or Cambridge Azur 851A
Apparently that Carver amp is a very popular item.  One in mint condition just sold on ebay for $430 with 42 bids on it.  There are lots of great power amps on ebay for lots less that will greatly outperform the Cambridge Audio, IMHO.   
A way to listen to a large collection
Truly wonderful idea!!!  I listen a lot to classical and jazz on my tuner just because I don't feel like taking the time to look thru my collection to pick something out.  My cd collection is in books instead of jewel cases to cut down on room; no... 
Creek- Arcam- Rega.... best tuner of the three??
I have a Creek CAS-3140 that I've had for about 10 years now and it is great sounding.  I got it in trade for a NEC T-710, where on another Audiogon tuner forum, someone said that this was one of the best sounding tuners around that no one knows a... 
B&K ST-140 vs ex-442 sound charactor
I see this is an old thread, so would like to know how you made out.I owned both the 105 wpc ST140 (silver handles) and the EX442 Sonata but not at the same time and used to sell these amps at the retail level many years back.  I believe the diffe... 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
Roxy,You can do that (have 6 top 5's) if one of them is tied.  All of them are pretty awesome sounding! 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
UPDATED: From beginning to present:78-81 Sound Research81-84 Smaller Advent Loudspeaker85-86 Jamo Compact 50's & 70's & Triad Subwoofer86-88 Mirage 660's.....(excellent)88-93 ProAc Studio 1.....(top 5 I've owned)1993 Celestion C7.....(exc... 
Ever Bought an Audio Product that was Stupid Good for the Money?
Tom,Try some low powered single ended tube amps on those Cornwalls and they'll really put a smile on your face!  I used to sell Klipsch at the retail level 25 years ago and was never a huge fan either until I tried them with low powered SE tubes a... 
What is as tube sounding as Conrad today?
Please keep us posted.  I've read about the PV5 but never heard one.  I'm sure it will sound great!  I was also going to recommend a Dynaco PAS2 or PAS3 at that price range...... I also agree, I think all of these chip amps need tube preamps to go... 
The Best & Rarest of all Stereo Gear
Well Viridian, I finally picked up a pair of Rauna Tyr II’s !!! Cosmetically in terrible shape, but I’m going to restore them. Every pair I’ve seen for sale in the last few years needs new foam grill cloth and the tops need refinishing too.Interes... 
Personal Preamp Evolution
Not much here, since the mid 80's I've had the following:Luxman C-120AAcoustat TNPMusic Reference RM-5 (classic silver finish) Dyna PAS 2 Music Reference RM-5 mk II (got the RM5 upgraded)Dyna PAS 3Hegeman Hapi 2Superphon Revelation Basic Dual Mo... 
In need of some Amplifier advice. Is therereally any point in it with my current setup?
Take it one step at a time.  Get the Classe, Parasound or another higher end amp and use the Yamaha for it's preamp (realizing that's most likely the weak link) and see how you like it with your speakers.  I would then look to a higher end preamp,... 
How old are your speakers
My ads L400's are almost 40 years old.  I also have a pair of diy Rega Kytes which are 80's vintage as well.  Hmmm, so is my Tandberg 3012, Creek CAS3140, Kyocera 811 cassette deck but my Thorens TD125 mkII is from the 70's 
In search of Audible Nirvana, on a budget.
Several good choices here and on USAudiomart. There is a Music Reference RM5 mkII & mkIII available on both sites. I had the mkII for 5 years (many years ago), it was a great preamp. Mine was an early RM5 in silver upgraded to a mkII. I loved ...