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David Belles / Power Modules Inc.
585-586-0740 
Ice Amp 125ASX2
The ASX2 has a built in power supply,  external supply is not needed.  
Ice Amp 125ASX2
These particular Ice modules are fine,  they definitely enter the so called "audiophile territory".... the guy that designed the modules that you are looking at left B&O and has been designing for Abletec.  A couple of his amps there have a gr... 
I have a pair of B&W 801 Matrix 2. One of the crossovers burnt out. What am I to do?
Stingreen,     I am asking the questions to narrow down what the problem is.  If he can't do what is needed to narrow things down, then yes,  he may need a local pro.  Tim  
I have a pair of B&W 801 Matrix 2. One of the crossovers burnt out. What am I to do?
gearyb... where do you live?  I also doubt that it is the crossover.  If needed, can you pull both crossovers.  In your circumstance,  I would give you the labor to repair these at N/C,  you'll need to supply shipping and parts.  I would need both... 
Should I buy a Class A Amp.
Hi Inna/Steakster,    So you know, personally,  I believe that you have the right to disagree with anyone,  our hobby is quite subjective,  Overall,  I agree that one amp that is very flowing or smooth can sound different on a given system than a ... 
Should I buy a Class A Amp.
Hi Inna,    I have to say that your postings are knowledgeable and opinions that seem to always be honest advice.  I was a bit concerned with what you wrote about Ralph and his amps.  I've read a couple hundred responses from Ralph and i've never ... 
Best Small Floorstanding Speaker under $2K
Well,  I guess that I really don't expect you to bite on these, but I'd be doing a dis service not to mention them.... These are a DIY speaker. They were designed by Jay Kim.  I have built a design of his.  Jay has won many design competitions and... 
Loudspeakers have we really made that much progress since the 1930s?
Mercedes produced a vehicle in 1938 that produced 736 hp and ran speeds of 268 mph.  That proves cars have not improved..In 1964 the SR71 was produced, this plane set the absolute speed record on the planet in the mid 70's.... so, I guess planes h... 
The merry go round. $700 seperates or integrated?
Here you go, not mentioned above and I didn't think of it either,  but it fits the bill of everything on your checklist..It is a tubed preamp with a solid state power amp,  200 watts into 8 ohms and has a remote, PLUS its in your price range.  htt... 
The merry go round. $700 seperates or integrated?
Looking at the power amps mentioned.... An old Parasound could be decent as well as one of the 200 watt B&K models.  The Sumo and Adcoms will also work.  And an old Muse would be great. The Usher is newer, great bass, a little edgy on top and ... 
Amps and Preamps has standby, but should I turn them completely off?
Hi kijanki,     I am only speaking from personal experience and the way my feeble brain see's it.  I've been around a whole bunch of Amps being built and modified in my time and have developed my perceptions.  When caps are charged and the electro... 
Amps and Preamps has standby, but should I turn them completely off?
Hi kijanki,     As much as what you quote overall is true.  I have found that when large filter caps are getting old,  that switching them on and off very much affect their life span.  When they get old,  keeping them charged helps keep electrolyt... 
Amps and Preamps has standby, but should I turn them completely off?
Sorry...2. See Number 13. Excessive heat can damage anything electronic.  Pure Class A really produces heat.... I had an extremely modified old Sumo Nine, it is Pure Class a, Meaning no sliding bias or current and it stayed in Class A at all power... 
Amps and Preamps has standby, but should I turn them completely off?
1. It Can, depends on usage.... My experience that the thing that makes things like filter caps go out is constant cycling... they will actually last longer if never turned off.  If seldom used, turning them off will increase life,  if used everyd...