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Any high WAF speaker with ATC sound?
Although the S&K Nano monitors won't peel the paint off your walls Tim does mention that they are more than suitable for any room under 34x20 and I currently have a pair on order. I guess it all comes down to how hard you want to "rock the joi... 
best RCA interconnects under $150
I have the Tad-150 as well and use the MA-1 interconnects from Morrow Audio - a true audio bargain. 
Anyone went back to using bare wires on speakers?
I thought I remember reading somewhere that although silver does oxidize it does not affect the sound in any way 
What is your source for discovering new music?
I second 90.7 WFUV in new york it's member supported and streaming on the web. disclaimer: I'm also a member. It's not an exageration to say They're probably the first station to play Adell, Amos Lee, Norah jones and John Mayer. They even have the... 
Tube rolling in TAD 150 and Jolida 100cd
I'm currently using a pair of 12au7 Siemens silver plates in my TAD-150 although the gain is a little lower the sound is great 
perfect speakers for atmasphere amp and preamp
Someone over at Audiocircle uses the Vandersteen 5 or the 5A's with his atmaspheres and loves them. I believe he was previously using the Salk HT3's which he felt were almost as good 
Experience with North Creek Speakers
If you're around the SE Michigan area there is a nice pair of Rythmns for sale on Craigslist. I'm in no way affiliated with the sellerhttp://annarbor.craigslist.org/ele/2137701704.html 
top 5 preamps under $1,200
Keep your eyes open for a used Mapletree 2A or 4A 
Salk vs Tyler vs Daedalus
Both Salk and Daedalus have their respective forums over at audiocircle.com you could probably solicit more response to your question over there 
Any TAD-150 Signature Fans Still Out There?
I've had mine now for almost five years now and haven't even thought about replacing it. I've never used the phono stage so I can't comment on that. I noticed someone mentinoned using 12ax7 tubes, I thought only 12au7 tubes were interchangeable wi... 
Speakers for 55 watts of EL-34 tube power ?
I just recently got My Cayin TA-30 repaired ( it had a couple of blown resistors) with the intention of selling it but I had almost forgotten how sweet the sound is matched with my Morel/Renaissance Preludes. The Cayin is only rated at 35WPC but i... 
Are DACS necessary?
You may also want to check out the Peachtree Nova which is an intrgrateed amp and dac all in one and priced fairly reasonably as well 
Bel Canto DAC3 or Cambridge Audio 840C?
Oops, here's the link http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=707173&page=142 
Bel Canto DAC3 or Cambridge Audio 840C?
Here's a link in the AVS forum from someone last year comparing the Tadac to the Bel Canto 3 bear in mind this was the previous model Tadac. The Tdac is supposed to be much better. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=707173&page=14... 
Bel Canto DAC3 or Cambridge Audio 840C?
I haven't heard the Cambridge or the Bel Canto but if you like a smooth but detailed sound you should also consider the Tdac, it has a very analog sound with an extremely clean presentation and can be had for less than either the Bel Canto or the ...