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New Member And few questions on First Tube Amp.
The Raven Blackhawk should be an interesting audition.Too bad you can't have a Dialogue next to it to compare.The Raven is lacking a couple of features compared to the PL,but your ears are the final  judge.Happy listening!  
Looking for great tube integrated for Martin Logan Summit X speakers
"George and others, what should I listen for that will show me the limitations of tubes with my speakers? Is there specific music that will make this apparent to me? I want to make sure I grasp the effect of the impedance shortfall of tubes befo... 
Herbies Pucks floor spike protectors...
I'd be more concerned with keeping your S/O happy and floor damage.Years ago, I purchased two dozen of these for less than the cost needed for a pair of speakers.https://www.ebay.com/itm/20pcs-Gold-Discs-Audio-Cones-Amp-Speaker-Spikes-Stands-Base-... 
Before I purchase
Can you demo both, and just pay to ship one back?That may  be  best, to determine what agrees  with your ears.Comparing the 2, they differ in how the tubes operate. They will sound different. They have different power tubes as well.Not an apples t... 
New Member And few questions on First Tube Amp.
Encouraging info ericsch- thanks!I'm getting on that clinical trial list.Guys, keep informed and sign up!https://clinicaltrials.gov 
New Member And few questions on First Tube Amp.
harleyujoe-As mentioned in my first post, polarizing opinion undoubtedly shows up. What's going to sound good to your ears is subjective, and absolute specs/graphs etc. won't guarantee satisfacton.  
New Member And few questions on First Tube Amp.
harleyujoe-Thankfully, we have music as temporary  escape  from our misunderstood ailment.https://www.ata.org/research-toward-cure/clinical-trials 
New Member And few questions on First Tube Amp.
Look at the integrated amp.https://www.primaluna-usa.com/prologue-premium-integrated/Reliable,plenty of good reviews.Price competitive and maybe a polarizing brand. Many fans, along with many who will bash it because it isn’t an American made prod... 
Looking for great tube integrated for Martin Logan Summit X speakers
Should be an interesting shootout.Technical specs/graphs may indicate absolutes, but it won't guarantee what your ears like.The PL certainly will equal, if not best the Sanders in build quality/detail. 
broken dreams - new cartridge help please!
rykk999-Your pain is felt.The Blackird is a great cart. It is does however, have the exposed cantilever.  It will break in a microsecond  due to loss of awareness.Have you considered the AT ART9? Just a little north of your budget. I personally fo... 
Is anything better than the Accuphase T-100?
I have read only good things about the Accuphase. Actual listening experience, my ears  have agreed with the following:REL PrecedentMarantz 10BMacintosh MR71There are many great SS models, but my nostalgia for tubes won't allow me to consider one.... 
The Presslift
mindpoprevolution-Your suggestion is appreciated.Gathered from FAQ on ART9-"Thank you for your inquiry. There is no rebuild of the cartridge. Answered on 2/21/2018 by AudioSolutionsManager from Audio-Technica U.S., Inc."The ART 1000 is the only m... 
Camel ‎– Under Age – which to choose - Italian or German pressing?
slaw-I looked at the wrong grade listings... $374.99 is above my tolerance level.But for someone who is a serious record collector, perhaps not.I don't condemn TP's  business model, it's just out of my league.  
The Presslift
I'm exhausted reading your post. 
Camel ‎– Under Age – which to choose - Italian or German pressing?
I would get both.They are  not terribly expensive, and pressing origin will not guarantee  "stamper" quality.There has been a bit of "stamper" chat  here lately. Check it out for further enlightenment.