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Wilson Audio MAXX resistors
So much attitude and lack of information here. They are accessible for two reasons; in extreme environments you can adjust the balance to some degree. And yes, they are there for protection as well as equalization in the crossover network. Fuses w... 
Vandersteen Quatro CT
I carried both Thiel and Vandersteen when Thiel was still Thiel.  I was a dealer, sort of retired now but going to do some low key stuff with existing customers.  I love the new Vandy stuff.  Does everything I love about my 5A's but there's an imm... 
audio research REF 150
I may have missed this if it was already posted, but the REF 150 also incorporates the same type of capacitors used in the REF Anniversary preamp. The transformers are upgraded, the caps, and the KT120's are, I believe the major differences. My un... 
Opinions on Audio Research LS17 & LS26
Actually Mniquet I am changing tubes around as I write this. A little different scenario in that the amp is a REF5. I had a REF Anniversary for a year so I'm trying to narrow the gap. Tubes in it were Sovtek's dated 10-03, a batch known to have ha... 
Classic records reissue - very disappointing
In my experience Classic is very hit and miss with more misses than hits. Re: your question about reissues, I've had very good experience with Speakers Corner. 
Can I use a Benz LP-S with vpi classic?
Yes, per VPI and Musical Surroundings you need a heavier counterweight.