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How's this for synergy? of events
And what do you think about your new speakers? 
Your Worst WAF Incident
I did the same thing with my fridge. Had to wheel the garbage can in the house and empty the whole freezer! It was taken in stride... 
Best Solid State Amp w/ Avalon Eidolon Diamonds
KWB - I imagine that it will make a good combo, but I was looking for solid state amp suggestions. Thanks, Peter 
How's this for synergy? of events
Beautiful area. Love Monterey and the Adagios. I'm up in Washington State. Figured you weren't on the east coast! 
How's this for synergy? of events
What coastal region do you live in? 
Mac Mini 2011 with Lion or 2010 with Snow Leopard
I just realized that the 2011 mac mini doesn't have an optical drive. How do people intend to rip CD's with it???? 
Mac Mini 2011 with Lion or 2010 with Snow Leopard
Hmmmm - I don't know what DAC I'll ultimately use. I may also use an off-ramp. Has anyone done the research and can say which popular DACs use and don't use the integer mode (including the offramp). 
What amps use the KT120 tubes?
CAT originally sold their JC-2 with 6550's, but now with KT120's. 
Ohm Micro Walsh Talls spkrs vs Totem Arro or Hawk?
I've got the micro talls and enjoy them very much. Largely because as Omni's, they can be enjoyed from anywhere in the room. They have a decent tonal balance. I have them on the diaganol in a room, and I have a chair "behind" them in the corner. I... 
Mac Mini 2011 with Lion or 2010 with Snow Leopard
How important is integer mode? Which programs use it? 
Best Tube/SS Amps for Harbeth 7ES-3
Quick survey of C7 users, using a variety of amps: Do you feel that Harbeths "rock". And if so, what amplification is best to help them along on that goal? Thanks... 
Mac Mini 2011 with Lion or 2010 with Snow Leopard
I'm interested in this question too. About to purchase a new mac mini. Let me know what you find out. Sorry I have nothing to add to the discussion.Thanks, Peter 
Integrated Amps with a Headphone Input
See my comment on the Portal Panache. Also the Leben has a really good internal headphone amp. Research those two, and see if they will work with the speakers and headphones you are using. Try the Headfi forum to look at headphone compatability. 
Budget Speakers for a small living room
Keep aware of amplification!!! I think trying the Pioneer speakers is a great idea. Andrew Jones is a great designer, as evidenced by the TAD speakers. However, these are pretty low efficiency. You will need a decent amplifier, not a 15 watt digit... 
Best Solid State Amp w/ Avalon Eidolon Diamonds
Glai - thanks for your detailed advice/information. My second system is going to be Quad57's and whatever (inexpensive) amp I find that drives them well. But back to the Diamonds: I still don't know how my Classe Omegas are going to sound. Perhaps...