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Exemplar Audio - What's Needed In High End Audio
Those are valid points concerning resale. I believe that does keep some from taking the plunge into smaller companies. In many cases some of the companies making great sounding equipment don't reach the status of some of the better known such as A... 
Buying equipment
Go to the Exemplar Audio website. John Tucker has put together complete systems for $11,000. It includes an upgraded tubed version of the Oppo 105, his Exception integrated, LSA speakers/stands and cabling. I own the Exception integrated and the u... 
Upgrade DAC/CD transport?
I own the Oppo 105 that was upgraded by John Tucker of Exemplar Audio and it is stunning good. It is an all in one player that provides everything you need. I own the tubed version. John is a great guy and will work with. 
Pre-amp recommendation
I have owned the Coincident Statement, First Sound MKIII, Sanders, Parasound JC-2 all of which are great line-stages. My favorite and most musical is the Exemplar Exception from Exemplar Audio. Call John Tucker he can provide some guidance. I beli... 
LSA the gem of a good system
John Tucker had a hand with the LSA integrated that is why it is so good. I own John's Exception integrated, mind blowing good. My brother-in-law just bought the LSA 5 speaker deal from Underwood hifi and loves the speakers. John also had a major ... 
Need advice on a tube line stage
I suggest the Exemplar Audio Exception line stage. There is one currently on this site. You could probably get in it for $2500. Very musical with that liquidity that will blow your mind. 
Best integrated up to $6000
Exemplar Audio Exception integrated. Simply amazing... 
your experience with mod or upgrade companies.....
I own the Oppo 105 that was upgraded by John Tucker of Exemplar Audio and the upgrade is simply stunning. Highly recommended.The Upgrade Company goes after the radio frequency & electromagnetic radiation issue. They are very secretive about wh... 
Speaker recommendation
My brother-in-law just received the LSA package from Underwood HiFi and he tells me he is floored by the sound quality. John Tucker of Exemplar Audio has helped with QC and development so you know that says a lot. 
Which integrated tube amp to go with which speaker
Zenophonz,Call John Tucker at Exemplar Audio and ask about his Exception integrated. Simply an amazing sounding piece. Very MUSICAL. The pre-amp is tube and the amp section solid state. You get the best of both worlds. Recommended for 90db or abov... 
Move to tubes: Ayon Crossfire or Triton, various
I recommend the Exemplar Audio Exception integrated. Simply beautiful sounding. Very MUSICAL. I would give this a look.I owned Ayon gear and did have issues with the Triton. When you say something they lash back like you were exaggerating the issu... 
Describe ube sound vs solid state
My experience has been that tubes are just more musical and pleasing to listen to. I have owned a lot of both. My Exemplar Exception integrated contains the best of both. Pre-section with tubes and the amp section SS. Simply stunning. However, if ... 
Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Any experiences?
I have not heard the Modwright but I own the Exemplar Audio Exception and it is stunning good. I would recommend any one in the market to do some research on the Exception before buying something else. John has recently upgraded the preamp and the... 
Upgrade from Technics 1200 MK2? $1-$1.5k budget
I own the Technics Sl1200 MK2 - upgraded by KAB. Sounds wonderful. No need to spend $$$thousands on so-called high end tables. KAB upgrade highly recommended. 
Entry level Silent Source Signature speaker cables
I still love my Silent Source Signature speaker cables. In my system they are the best I have ever used. I have had much more expensive speaker cables but none were this good. I believe you would have to spend mega-dollars to better them. They are...