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Sim Audio W5 -LE
Disclaimer: I am a Simaudio dealer.Hello...The new LE product series is just starting to ship, so it will be difficult to find anyone that has heard them (besides dealers or others that have attended any audio shows in the past 2 months). Essentia... 
Matching amp for Talon Khorus
Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.Hello Millerdson...Basically, as long as you are running quality, high-current solid state, it is tough to go wrong. Although there are exceptions (see below), I do not care for tube amps with Talon speakers. As I h... 
Talon speakers Hawk vs. Peregrine X
Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.Hello...There are significant differences between the Peregrine X and the new Hawk. Drivers, enclosure, crossover, overall design, etc. are all very different.Given the size of your listening room, you should not ne... 
2003 CES Show Report from Father & Son Audio
Hey guys, sorry for the confusion. I just saw this thread today, otherwise I would have let you know sooner that you were looking at last year's report. We have been swamped since returning from the show, hence the delay in posting it on our websi... 
Electrocompaniet EMC II CD Player
All...I would have no problem doing a group purchase (as Barrelchief mentioned). Obviously, the more people that participate, the lower the price. The US distributor is completely out and I am not sure if he has placed another order yet with Elect... 
Electrocompaniet EMC II CD Player
Maybe ;-)...Mike - Father & Son Audio 
Saw the thread on Xindak, what about the Shanling?
Disclaimer: I am a Xindak dealer.You make an interesting point and we have actually had customers that have refused to even consider the Xindak line because of their country of origin (China). Which I completely understand and it is certainly the ... 
SACD search for $4k-6k
Disclaimer: I am a Xindak dealer.Or you could save a few (ok, more than a few) bucks and consider a Xindak SCD-2.Retail is $1695.Don't hesitate to let me know if you have any specific questions.Best Regards...Mike - Father & Son Audio 
What amp to use with Talon Raven speakers ?
Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.Hello...Any of the following work VERY well with the Raven:Electrocompaniet AW220 MonosPower Modules (Belles) 350A StereoSimaudio W-5 StereoSimaudio I-5 IntegratedXindak 6900SE IntegratedXindak 6950SE IntegratedNOTE... 
Talon Roc 2002 vs Roc 12 - worth upgrading?
Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.Absolutely! As good as the Roc 2002 is, the Roc 12 provides even faster transient response and provides at least 15% more output capability (SPL).Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have additional questions.... 
Audio Aero Prima or Consonance REF 2.2 cd player.
Disclaimer: I am a Xindak dealer.All of the players mentioned above are outstanding and I really can't imagine anyone being displeased with any of them. However (you knew that was coming didn't you ;-] ), for the money, the Xindak SCD-2 ($1695 ret... 
CD Players $1,000 - $1,500 US - any info on Talk?
Disclaimer: I am a Xindak dealer.One unit you may not have heard of or considered is the Xindak SCD-2. It is an absolutely wonderful player for the money ($1695 retail). It is SACD/CD with tube output stages (true balanced outputs). It is also ava... 
Best new/demo/used value for $7.5K range
Easy there Btstrg...I clearly stated I was a Talon dealer and OBVIOUSLY it is my OPINION that I don't care for B&W. If you like them, great. A LOT of folks like B&W, I don't. No reason to get so defensive. If you own B&W, and enjoy the... 
Best new/demo/used value for $7.5K range
Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.Jtee...The Talon Raven-C is going to be VERY difficult to beat in the $5-$10k price range, IMHO. You can purchase them NEW with your given price range. A used pair will of course be even less. Obviously take my opin... 
Amp Suggestion for Talon "Khite" Monitors
Disclaimer: I am a dealer for all of the products mentioned below.Dave...I agree with the Simaudio recommendation. In addition, the Power Modules (Belles), Xindak, Simaudio, and Electrocomapniet products all sound wonderful with the Talon line.Let...