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Linear Tube Audio- Any feedback on their amps/ Preamp?
Has anyone compared the MZ2 + LPS with Dennis Had's LP27A preamp? I have found the latter to be a true giant killer. Has anyone compared the former with Dennis Had's Dragon IHA-1 headphone amp? These are all similarly priced and the Dragon can als... 
Krell KPS 28C CD Player
The Krell 20i blows away the 28C in every way....and it has great bass! I had the 2 players side by side. To be fair, I was told the 28C performed much better with Cast connections. The only problem with the 20i is the transport is not available f... 
best integrated amp.
IK2,How does the VPI compare with the PrimaLuna? 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
hgeifman, is this analysis for Redbook? 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
My upgrade last year was previous to the SE version. I had all the previous upgrades related to Redbook, prior to the latest 1K SE. I would like to know actual listening experiences to physical cds with the new upgrade, rather than the technical i... 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
Is the M1 SE upgrade worthwhile for strictly physical Redbook playback? I do not do DSD, USB, files, etc. I had my Bricasti upgraded last year for Redbook only. I use a 30.6 Levinson transport. 
Aesthetix Romulus Signature Upgrade Worth the $3,000 ?
I am the purchaser of Grannyring's modded Romulus. On its' own, it is an excellent, musical player. However, when linked to my ML 31.5 transport, it goes to another level. I only do Red Book. Thanks again, Bill! 
Krell KPS 20il....PLEASE HELP
It definitely needs a new transport....which is hard to come by. Try Steven at the Service Department in CT....he's great to work with. You may be able to locate one on E-bay, but that's a risky proposition. I have two 20i players....they're still... 
The Band: S/T and/or Music from the Big Pink
The original pressing of Big Pink is terrible....I sold it a few years ago. The first Mobile Fidelity issue was better, but still not very listenable. The latest MF version is the one to get....deep bass finally... and the tinny, harsh top end is ... 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
Sksos1, What happened to the Lampizator DAC? 
krell CD Player Recommendations
The Krell 20i is still a killer player. The DAC and transport can be used separately as well. Only problem is Krell does not have transport replacements....but they can be located on E-Bay from time to time. 
Tube for aesthetix pandora / romulus
Has anyone tried 5751s, such as a pair of Sylvania triple mica black or gray plates, in lieu of 12AX7s in the Romulus or Pandora? 5751s will reduce gain by 30%, but shouldn't be an issue with digital. 
Backert Labs preamp
Anybody do a direct comparison with other "top flight" preamps? 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Ctsooner, was that the "basic" Romulus or the Signature? 
Allnic 5000DAC
I have just read the Allnic review.... correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't see any mention of listening to the DAC via transport with physical Redbook cds. I find this very disturbing.