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Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
Thinking I might 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
At least has the looks 
Amplifier Upgrade Decision
Your budget is so close to a listed Agostino momentum amp. One to buy and enjoy for years to come. You can also update much later to S250 or whatever is current at the time. A handmade beauty to keep for years. At under 15k it's a very good deal. ... 
Any comments on DAC going direct to power amplifier or to pre-ampliifer?
I've been fortunate to know two 'direct to amp' situations well.No 1 is using a Bricasti M1se direct into a very fine amp was superior to inserting an excellent 16k preamp in terms of clarity and dimensionality. No comparison imho. The veiling usi... 
Non-transferable warranties?
Non transferable warranty somewhat encourages purchase of new gear especially from companies that have some history of needing service on occasion. CJ comes to mind from prior experience. Would never buy a used one(or new) after two horrible exper... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
I haven't followed this very long thread but if Bricasti isn't a leading contender for a red book dac some bad advice is being offerred here. As a bonus if desired it will sound better direct into your amp than using any preamp. I'm blessed to hav... 
Sonus Faber vs Focal and maybe even Dynaudio or PSB
Again my opinion fwiw is to find a good ss amp that works well with the B&W' s . Enjoy for a while then upgrade speakers when you have the funds. Definitely buy used if you can. A good neutral amp will sound good on any speaker assuming enough... 
Sonus Faber vs Focal and maybe even Dynaudio or PSB
just me but i'd opt for a better amp first as the speakers you have are probably quite good.what does your dealer have to demo in amps?  
Sub woofer
If you want a great reasonably priced sub why are you not considering a Revel B110? Typical overbuilt Revel.  
Paradigm and Revel
bob Reynolds: I totally agree that a sub can greatly improve overall bass quality even with large speakers due to room issues. I use an awesome sub with main speakers that no one would think would be used with a sub. The key is to hear great bass ... 
Best full range loudspeaker for the used price of 10 to 13,000 dollars
you can buy something off beat and unknown or you can go revel salon's and be at the top in this price range . great speakers designed by a master. 
Paradigm and Revel
just can't think of paradigm being in same category as revel. if F206's are boring the system has serious issues. for two channel music i can imagine that a sub wouldn't be necessary. revel is one of the best buy's in audio today imo and i don't o... 
Do blown preamp tubes cause other issues?
very glad to hear. 
New Audioquest cables equivalent to Audioquest to the old ones
To decipher Audioquest cables go to their pricebook on their website where each model is spec'd from lowest to highest so that you can make true sense of the differences between models with corresponding retail pricing. It takes all confusion out.  
Best full range loudspeaker for the used price of 10 to 13,000 dollars
Will suggest Revel Salons again. Will compete with virtually anything. Big mistake to not at least try to hear a well set up pair although buying blind is safe. Great is great. Look at 2017 TAS editors choice speakers.