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Best SS amps with sound similar to tube amps
Save your money and get a set of Channel Islands D200s. nuff said...Getheleadout (Threads | Answers)I demo'ed the D200 in my system. They didn't have the extension, life, air or naturalness of the Moscode 401HR. The D200 are less expensive, and a ... 
Best SS amps with sound similar to tube amps
Moscode 401HR 
Moscode 401HR's Sonic Character
Asa, with all respect, because everyone has a different definition of the qualities you mention, your questions can only be answered by listening to the amps under consideration. 
effect of tubes in cd players
11-11-06: AudioengrI personally can't stand "warmth". I want it live and fast...That statement speaks volumes, and I mean no disrespect. I wish more designers stated their personal preferences. It'd eliminate some guesswork when deciding what prod... 
Moscode 401HR's Sonic Character
11-11-06: KevziekYou should read the review in a recent Stereophile on this amp. The reviewer does find that it has its own personality, and he didn't like all sonic characteristics of it. Further, JA's measurements show lots of distortion spikes ... 
I know this is heresy, but...
The transparency of the DEQ2496 will manifest differently depending on the resolution of the system into which it's installed.Therefore, YMMV. ;) 
Power Cord suggestions
11-11-06: SuttsHow good would a DCCA power cord be feeding a Hydra from the wall- i.e. is it a high-current-carrying cable, Or more for line level and digital applications? Where have you tried it in your system?I use a DCCA Extreme Reference from... 
In the market for a plasma.........suggestions?
I'm torn between Panasonic and Hitachi plasma. Which brand would you all go with and why? Thanks.Bradz  (Threads | Answers)Panasonic for reasons already stated. 
Best Bike to ride before a good listening session
My new Cervelo R3 with DuraAce, FSA Compact Crank, FSA K-wing handlebars. 15.4 lbs without cages. Too bad it just arrived yesterday (on back order) ... As winter approaches I may just get to look at it sitting in my audio room.Thom_y  (System | Th... 
Moscode 401HR's Sonic Character
Asa, the Moscode does not sound like triode tube amplification, IMO, because it does not have the last word in midrange three dimensionality that a tube amp run in triode has. On the other hand, the Moscode's bass performance is far beyond a triod... 
Audio Icon/Idol - Who would you like to meet?
Thomas Edison 
The proverbial "giant killer"
Giant Killers are actually Giants purchased used. 
The Beatles vs. The Rolling Stones
IMO, the works of Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, etc. stay fresher because they are constantly reinterpreted by conductors and musicians. Just look the debates aficionados have about the merits of many recorded versions of the same symphonies.The Beatle... 
Do these speakers exist?
11-09-06: Paulfolbrecht$5K? For the current version? Hard to believe.Believe it. I nearly bought a pair, but they were sold within hours. 
Your top 3 comedians
George CarlinRichard PryorJonathan WintersHonorable mention to Chris Rock as Best of the New Generation (even though he's in his 40s).Winters begat Williams, which Williams will admit. Williams was on my top three list until I was reminded of Wint...