[CrazyRay]

Nakamichi 1000ZXL Limited Edition Tape Deck (1983-1984)

Goldmund Reference Turntable + T3F Arm (this legendary turntable has been out of production since 1992)
Original cost $75,000.00

 

[GuyDebord]

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Originally Posted by Rdr. Seraphim /img/forum/go_quote.gif Surprised that no one has listed LAMM to the Pre and Amplifier ranks

Could be because LAMM is well know in the DIY world as a scam(not worth anything near their price), due to the cheap electronic components contained inside their beautiful black boxes. Or possibly because other components mentioned are preferred. I have listened to several LAMM components and have never been impressed, for their asking price one could get an FM Acoustics, which I think any of their models represent the SOTA. Hell, I prefer my Baby Halcro than the ML1.2 Ref from Lamm.

 

[CrazyRay]

 

[manaox2]

All I can say is x20 for Stax. I haven't run across one I didn't like.

 

[CrazyRay]

Another one of my favorites!
The KRELL KAS Class A Mono Blocks.

 

[omigawsh_lollercoaster]

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Originally Posted by CrazyRay /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Nice

 

[Rdr. Seraphim]

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Originally Posted by GuyDebord /img/forum/go_quote.gif Could be because LAMM is well know in the DIY world as a scam(not worth anything near their price), due to the cheap electronic components contained inside their beautiful black boxes. Or possibly because other components mentioned are preferred. I have listened to several LAMM components and have never been impressed, for their asking price one could get an FM Acoustics, which I think any of their models represent the SOTA. Hell, I prefer my Baby Halcro than the ML1.2 Ref from Lamm.

Interesting opinion, that differs significantly from my own experience, DIY or not, regardless of price. Heard the Halcro's too in a friends system that contain both. Not bad. Now, he uses 'em for his rear channels.

Just my opinion, but both FMA and LAMM play in the same arena.

 

[edisonwu]

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Originally Posted by vcoheda /img/forum/go_quote.gif if i had a fair amount of disposable income, i would buy the Emm Labs TSD1/DAC2 and never think about upgrading my digital again (at least until the new model came out).

You should.

 

[edisonwu]

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Originally Posted by GuyDebord /img/forum/go_quote.gif FM Acoustics for amplification Kondo for preamplification Kharma for speakers and cables Accuphase for digital Continuum for TT Stax for Headphones

Second!
The FM is nice.

 

[edisonwu]

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Originally Posted by Bredin /img/forum/go_quote.gif Boulder anyone? Welcome to BoulderAmp.com

I am here. Never miss the Boulder's flagship system with Wilson speakers.

 

[wavoman]

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Originally Posted by Drag0n /img/forum/go_quote.gif ... Best stuff thats achievable for most people with a decent job: Bryston Classe YBA Magnepan...Woo Audio

Great list! I'm going to keep it handy! x2 on Magnepan, the ones you buy direct are an amazing value! You need to add subs, so lets put SVS on your list.

 

[Stereo_Sanchez]

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Originally Posted by GuyDebord /img/forum/go_quote.gif Except stax and possibly goldmund, I dont consider any of those as being ultra high end, they are more like ultra commercial high end...

I think B&W and Levinson definitely belong on the list. If you look at their top end products they are very expensive and compete well with the smaller players in that market.