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Australian Audio & AV Show, Melbourne
Thank You! Melbguy1-I look forward to your pics and thoughts. Keep me posted and happy listening! 
Preamp Choice oppurtunity
Dan-I have spent much time w/ the CJ Act2 S2- it is an outstanding preamp w/ both tubes & ss.The VTL is on my short-list as soon as I visit a dealer/retailer that stocks this preamp. What other gear, including cables/cords, is in your system? 
$2,000 Used CD Player or Modified Oppo 105
Bullitt -did you not wish to add the Parasound cd player to your system? Many, many audiophiles feel this is the best player on the market at this juncture. I do see the player in the used market often- keep me posted and happy listening! 
Amp Recommendations for AZ Crescendo
EJay-both Modwright and Jeff Rowland are sonic matches for your speakers. What other gear, including cables/cords are in your system ? Happy Listening! 
My Parasound A21 review and VS Emotiva XPA
I will concur w/ Brownsugar-even the older Parasound power amps are still excellent. I found the best pairing w/ a Pass Labs XP-10 or XP-20 preamp for outstanding results. For those who cannot afford this level of performance, Emotiva or Vincent o... 
Power from Wall
I concur w/ Yogi-I will add this question;are you living on a grid or off? (example: living in a major U.S. city) Keep us posted and happy listening! 
Most Honest Audio Magazine?
None- really. They all are paid to review gear, IMO.I believe, in the beginning, the magazines started out from an honest point of view. Now, not so much. I subscribe to TAS, Stereophile, HiFi+ and HiFi News & Record Review.Additionally, read ... 
What happened to Audio Aero?
Thanks! for sharing guys- all excellent replies.LALL, I would like that gentleman's email (for the phillips pro mechanism) if you do not mind exchanging?you can PM me if you wish.Keep this conversation going guys. Happy Listening! 
Looking to upgrade my old Conrad Johnson PV12
DKonstruction-big C-J fan here. There are many better pre-amps since your PV12. A few to mention;Act 2CT-6ET-5ET3 & ET3 SE.Listen to these selections prior to any purchase. Keep me posted and happy listening! 
Transparent Power Isolator vs RGPC
Well done Saint519-enjoy your new toys and keep me posted as everything breaks/settles- in. It will take several weeks for this system to 'gel'. Keep me posted + happy listening! 
Australian Audio & AV Show, Melbourne
Outstanding! Melbguy1-I look forward to your report- have fun and happy listening!-JA 
Audio in NC
Very nice! Jim.I like the DV-50 for SACD playing as well. It is good to know that Joe can repair Esoteric gear. Many Thanks! for the tip on Joe and his operation. Happy Listening! 
If I like Totem will I like LSA?
I would say that the best Totem is 'the one' model.Otherwise, Reference 3A speakers are fine as well.What other gear is in your system Jim?Happy Listening! 
JL Labs vs. REL
I concur. REL is the best sub (for music) in the market.JL Audio does a nic job for HT applications only.Yes, the Britainia series were outstanding! Keep me posted and happy listening! 
Rotel RA-1520 vs Anthem 225 integrateds
MKash3-i was impressed w/ the Anthem 225- very robust and powerful for an integrated amp. This amp drove the Thiel CS 2.7 and 3.7 models w/ authority- not easy.Which loudspeaker will you use? Cables/cords?Keep me posted & Happy Listening!