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Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Thanks, Bo. I would like to compare Accuphase Class A to Pass Labs A. 
Luxman PD-171 turntable
Thanks for the info Fjn04. Yes, there is an armless version of the PD-171. And I finally heard it with the Luxman Class A integrated and Vivid speakers. This was at the 12th meeting of the Las Vegas Audio Club (lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com,) whi... 
Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Good questions! I would like to know too. 
Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Ok Bo, that's fine. What would you recommend then? I know you like Pass Labs. Is there any other brand? 
Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Hi Bo, no not at the moment. I can go to CES and compare amps, but this in different rooms and different speakers of course...better than nothing though. Anyway, I'm leaning heavily towards Accuphase at the moment... 
UP-OCC solid core copper for speaker cable
UP-OCC is really the way to go, especially Neotech... 
Upsampling DACs
Ok, thanks guys. Much appreciated... 
Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Ok, thanks Audiolabyrinth, I appreciate that. :D 
Class A or AB amp for JBL S4700 speakers
Wadia: The speakers came with spikes. I have a concrete floor, and they are floor standing speakers at 44 inches high with the spikes. The tweeter and the mid is *not* below my ear. I don't need stands, ok? And if you still think I do, you come he... 
Upsampling DACs
You're welcome, Bombaywalla. And thanks for the recommendation, Melbguy1. Basically my budget is up to $5000. However, I'd rather not spend too much on digital when I can do so with analog. That's why I asked about the Teac at $849 USD. I'm lookin... 
Upsampling DACs
Wisnon, yes I mean selectable upsampling... 
Upsampling DACs
Sorry, wrong sentence structure. When I wrote "from what I've heard" I should have said "in auditioning" right after that. I would never take someone else's word as the absolute truth.Anyway, thanks for the explanation, I appreciate it. Like you s... 
Upsampling DACs
Yes, that is true. Well, digital is secondary to me, and LPs are king of my listening room. So, I'd rather not spend too much money on it. However, I'm looking for better sound than my stand alone cd player can provide. Which is why I inquired abo... 
Help me spend $3000 on a used amp
Ah yes, I forgot about Pass Labs. Good choice... 
Help me spend $3000 on a used amp
McIntosh is great, Glenhifi, but which model? 402,252, or the old 2500?Bryston isn't bad either...4BSST2.