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Anyone try Mogami Neglex for balanced interconnect
Great sounding cable - particularly in balanced configuration. I would think that you would be looking at 10x the amount to get a noticeable improvement. Chances are good that your favorite albums were recorded with these in the signal chain somew... 
Revel Salon 3?
They should have something in the next year or two I would think as the 2's have been around since 2008. Hoping the 3's will drive the price of the 2's down to where I can afford them as they are incredible speakers, my favorite all rounders that ... 
Need help on choosing a sub-woofer?
Currently using 2 JL F110's and they are great subs, but I would go for a pair of cheaper subs than a single anything. Multiple subs just work better. 
Wilson Sophia 2 or WP 6 ?
Vdosc, I figured from your moniker you were in pro audio. I love the big Vdosc line arrays! I heard some of the smaller series in live theatre setups- also amazing. 
Berkeley DAC Series 1, anything better 2.5K$
Reference to Computer Audiophile site is a good start. They have favorably reviewed (raved) about the original Berkley DAC. Another unit that comes to mind in the same league and price range is the Wiess DAC2 or Minerva (same DAC different packaging) 
one last show
Genesis, mid to late 70's 
Why does most new music suck?
I tape a fair amount of late night talk shows and at least TRY to give the bands 10-20 seconds. Some stuff I liked- Alabama Shakes and The Shins come to mind. I can even appreciate some of Justin Timberlake for what it is.... 
DAC with Volume Control and Audio Research Ref 5SE
I've only heard the REF5 (not SE)in one system and can't be sure how much it contributed to the overall system sound, but it was one sweet rig!! 
You are there-they are here
"They are here" only applies if the recording was done in a room very similar to yours. I prefer a room/system interface that is neutral enough to let the actual recorded soundspace come through. Should be able to accurately portray opera house,st... 
Budget-Friendly Interconnects?
Mogami star quad 
Square room Soundstage??
Try near field listening as much is as possible in a room that size. Also smaller monitor speakers. 
AIFF or FLAC?
I use FLAC exclusively. Sounds as good as wav to me and easier to use as its almost universal and supports tags. AIFF is Mac codec only I think. 
Cables more hype than value?
Whenever I get the urge to spend component-level money on cables, I go out and buy an actual component. 
Toronto Canada
Live downtown in condo land. 
How to change Krell S-1000 voltage for Europe
You should be pre-warned, many hi end audio companies will refuse to change voltage in order to protect overseas distributors against various currency fluctuations. This prevents Europeans from buying North American gear at a lower cost or vice ve...