I have to second the VTL TT-25 monoblocks. I had a pair of the older version around 1.5 years ago. They use the EL-84 tube that has become famous by groups like the Beatles that used them in the Marshall tube guitar amps back in the day. For the money these are the best in my opinion - I...

Quote: Originally Posted by surfboardz26 the uwbc is the best one he made. Its said to have the best conduction in the copper with this wide cable delivering the most synergy out of the other cables. (to my knowledge) It's highly debatable which was considered better. Joe Grado...

I just picked up an Audiomeca Mephisto II.X and it sounds really good. It has an organic, musical sound quality that sounds more real than any CDP that I have used before. Listening to Ray Charles, I can picture his facial expressions as the words are leaving his mouth. I believe that it uses...

Not to hi-jack this thread, but I'm very interested in this topic as well. I'm on the look out for a redbook only CDP. I prefer a upfront (right next to the stage) sound, with organic imaging as king. Can anyone comment on the following players: Accuphase DP-75V Audiomeca Mephisto II.X...

Quote: Originally Posted by D-EJ915 None of them output HD via Component do they? If they don't...that sucks 'cause my sony monitor supports HDTV through the components Check out the Momitsu V880 I'm pretty sure it upconverts to 1080i via components. Another cool thing about...

Quote: Originally Posted by riffer I don't see any of the listed solutions decoupling the motor from the shelf or stand. The BDR kit includes a mini shelf for the motor and 4 pucks for the spiked feet. It does isolate the motor from the rest of the TT.

When I had a Scout, I originally used a Neuance shelf and later used the BDR isolation kit from Music Direct. I preferred the BDR kit because it seemed to allow for a more organic sound and set-up was slightly easier. I really wish that I still had a vinyl set-up. Enjoy the sweet sounds...

Quote: Originally Posted by rickcr42 If i were to name an amp I truly lust after but know i have no shot at affording it would be this one : http://www.manleylabs.com/containerpages/seppneo.html Now THAT is an amp ! 11 Watts SE or 24 Watts PP ! Your choice ! SET for most...

One CDP to look at with digital volume control is the Audio Aero Capitole. Although I have not auditioned this unit myself, I have only read good things about this unit. Assuming ~$4.8K budget for front end components, another idea for digital is to pick up a DAC like the Audio Logic 24 MXL...

Found this deal on Techbargains.com http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/p...19&sku=DLDIG15 Coupon Code: 3G5HL48BG9CHSB (Exp 10/5 Midnight CT) $199 - $70 = $129 shipped free Should I go for this vs. spending $280 on a 20GB Ipod?

The Sonic Frontiers Line 1, 2, & 3 tube preamps have a solid-state headamp built in that uses Headroom technology. These units are great preamps with above average headphone outs. They also have some of the best remotes around (a round aluminum puck). I have used a Line 1 for the last 1.5 years...

Quote: Originally Posted by gerG Oh, I forgot to mention something more important than headphones for the dental work. If you don't wear glasses, take some safety glasses or sunglasses to protect your eyes. Water and particles tend to fly out, and can get in your eye... gerG...

Happy B-day!

Hey Fred, I'd look into the Sony SCD-777ES. This is basically the same machine as the SCD-1 and it has a kick ass transport (same transport as used in the Classe Omega). The transport alone is alone worth the $1300-1500 that they are going for. The SCD-1 sounds great on SACDs and is not shabby...

I'm starting classes again in August and would like to get a portable digital player to record lectures - so recording voice is the number one priority. Which one would you recommend? Also would I need to purchase a separate mic? Thanks.

DVD-A Cases: http://www.amusicdirect.com/products...sp?sku=ASJBPDV SACD Cases: http://www.amusicdirect.com/products...sp?sku=ASJBSA1

I have A/B'ed a pair of HP-1s and a pair of HP-2s with identical cables at the same time on a Melos SHA-1. The music reproduced through the HP-1s sounded more like a real live performance each time. Don't laugh - my mom who's a pianist concurred with me each time we played different...

Happy B-day Joe! Hope to meet you soon.

I just arrived in HK 2 days ago, will be here for the next 6 months. Any Head-Fiers that want to go audio browsing/get some grub, can contact me at: 9251-7750 .

I just arrived in HK from a short trip in Japan 2 days ago. Any Head-Fiers who want to get together for audio browsing/food can give me a call at: 9251-7750 . I'll be here until July 1.

I am not a bonafide Yankee hater, but they just signed Javier Vazquez from the Montreal Expos. Vazquez was one of the best pitches in the NL. This signing sucks, the Yankee's staff is already stacked. I hope the Red Sox get A-Rod, would make for a great match-up in the ALCS.

Acoustic Treatment (DIY ASC Bass Trap):

Does anyone know the song that starts "Rockin' around the Christmas tree...."? Do you know who sings that song? Sounds like a woman from the 50's, pretty sexy (hopefully).

Happy B-day dude!

I forgot to mention the Odyssey Stratos. The same guy had the Odyssey Stratos amp (stereo version) in his system before he went amp crazy and didn't like the sound much - preferred the Eagle 2 over this. I didn't like the sound of the Odyssey much - it didn't seem to have much PRAT and was very...