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Looking for a Solidly good inexpensive DAC
No need to wait for a Paradisea, there is one available with the USB option right now on E-Bay with Buy-It-Now. 
Looking for a Solidly good inexpensive DAC
02-18-08: KbuzzWell, i like the usb paradesea. It is a very easy easy flowing sound.That's it in a nutshell. It's on the warmish side, although that can be altered by rolling its single tube. IMO, it is not for someone seeking the last bit of reso... 
Review: Rogue Audio Cronus Tube amp
02-18-08: Bambambam123hi is there anyway I can connect sub with this amp?Yes. Use ACI Speaker Level Converters found at the bottom of this link. 
Joule Electra LA150 MkII or Lamm LL2 Deluxe?
I liked the dual volume controls on my Lamm LL2 Deluxe because they effectively became a balance control. Wish I hadn't sold mine, but my system configuration changed, and the sale became necessary.I'd sure like to hear the Joule. Everyone seems t... 
Looking for a Solidly good inexpensive DAC
Paradisea DAC. Available on E-Bay. Sold direct from a gentleman in Hong Kong. Chances are excellent you will be very happy. Around $600 delivered. 
good listening/bad listening
I do.I believe it has to do with varying levels of power quality both external and internal to our homes. 
Cables/Ic
My experience with Oval 9 bi-wire (purple version) is quite good. Fantastic top end. Nice midrange weight. Balanced. 
Review: NuForce 9 V2 SE Amplifier
02-15-08: DenfWarrenh - I believe NuForce still offers a "$1.00 in-home trial" for 30 days. The $1 In-Home Trial is a great opportunity. The trial is for one week, though. It's not for 30 days. 
Most important component??
I agree with Duke. Speaker/amp pairing. 
Review: LessLoss Dynamic Filtering Power Cable Power cord
02-14-08: EsharpHi John,Actually LessLoss originally offered a discount in exchange for an honest review of their AC cable, and requested a photo of the reviewer with the cord...Actually neither picture is of myself. One pic is of my step daughter... 
Extreme low budget amp w phono & "reputation"?
A used Marantz or Pioneer receiver from the mid to late 70s. Classic stuff. 
Shelby Lynne
Shelby Lynne's new LP for $12.98. 
Speaker Cables...Opinions....
02-14-08: DcstepI don't see how a manufacturer can specify a minimum and maximum cable length with out knowing anything about the gauge and capacitance.Good point.In the case of Silverline Audio, the manufacturer is specifically speaking about his... 
Speaker Cables...Opinions....
02-14-08: CathodePut the monoblocks behind the speakers, with the rear of the amps facing the speakers. The idea is to get the binding posts on the amps as close as possible to those on the speakers, allowing you to use as little speaker cable as ... 
Tube amps have a signature sound
Three dimensional and lifelike.