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    Carver Reference System

    Dr K, tell us more about the Silver 7’s. Curious why you went with KT-150s instead of KT-120s? The ALS is not a demanding load as far as I know so I’m wondering what you feel you get with that huge power? I use Bob’s Black Beauty 305s with my Magnepan 20.7s and they’re a great match. I do...
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    Amplifiers for 3.7i, what's your suggestion?

    Try a pair of Carver Black Beauty 350 mono blocks. Six KT120 output tubes per side. They are powerful beyond belief, they never ever strain or fail regardless of playback levels, all the while pumping out plenty of that ‘tube magic’ which draws me towards tube gear in general. They are not as...
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    MSB Renderer v2 in the house!

    Has anyone received their new Renderer module for the Analog DAC?
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    Carver Silver 7 Tube Mono Blocks

    Fortunately I live at high altitude in Colorado and most nights drop into the 50’s. And, I went to the effort in our new home to ‘zone’ our HVAC system which means I have a dedicated thermostat in my listening room so that I can independently control temperature. Any thoughts on the idea that...
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    Carver Silver 7 Tube Mono Blocks

    Wondering if anyone in WBF owns, has owned, or heard the Carver Silver 700 tube mono blocks? I currently use the Carver Black Beauty 305 mb’s (six KT120’s per side). They drive my Magnepan 20.7’s without breaking a sweat and they sound pretty darn good. But, the Silver 7’s would more than...
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    Anyone hear the 30.7? Impressions? Make sense to spend THAT Money on a Magnepan?

    I’m late to this thread but wondering what the consensus is from those that have actually heard the 30’s and their thoughts on minimum room size; my room is fairly large at 28’-10” L x 20’-7” W x 11’-1” H and it is a dedicated listening space so I am free to arrange equipment and room...
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    Magnepan 30.7

    The 30.7's and Comments on the Proper AMPS for Maggies I've had 20.7's for about five years now and the news on the 30.7's is definitely very exciting! The big Maggies are not perfect (but, of course, NO Speaker is perfect). To add a little impact to the bass I use two REL G-2's (running...
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    TW Acustic vs. Kronos? Sonic differences for these $40K tables?

    Well I've had my Kronos Limited and Raven AC-2 for just over three months now and I can honestly say that I can't decide which table I like best! They are both wonderful! Some days I am convinced that the Kronos is better, others I lean towards the Raven. In all fairness, it's very difficult...
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    New Kronos review!

    Hmmm...this looks intriguing; ever used one of these? http://www.arche-headshell.de/accessoires/arch%C3%A9-5d-headshell/
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    New Kronos review!

    Have you tried other arms/cartridges on your AC? Right now I am leaning towards putting the Sussurro on the AC (Raven 10.5 arm) and the Shilable on the Kronos (12" Black Beauty arm). Anyone got some comments on the best way to go?
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    New Kronos review!

    Getting a Kronos and a TW Raven AC Great thread! I just purchased a Kronos Pro Limited (044) with the Black Beauty arm and a TW Acustic Raven AC with the Raven 10.5 arm, Black Knight footers, and upgraded round motor with controller. Both of my new tables are scheduled for delivery and setup...
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    New Kronos review!

    Great thread! I just purchased a Kronos Pro Limited (044) with the Black Beauty arm and a TW Acustic Raven AC with the Raven 10.5 arm, Black Knight footers, and upgraded round motor with controller. Both of my new tables are scheduled for delivery and setup in mid May. I have three cartridges...
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    TW Acustic vs. Kronos? Sonic differences for these $40K tables?

    I had seen and heard the Kronos for two or three years at the Rocky Mountain Fest on various systems and setups; it's sound and performance always impressed me. In particular I felt that it was the quietest TT (non-exsistent self noise) that I had ever auditioned. I read everything that I...
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    TW Acustic vs. Kronos? Sonic differences for these $40K tables?

    I can't tell you yet. However, I just purchased a Kronos Limited Pro and a TW Acustic Raven AC (fully upgraded except for the full copper platter). I'll have both of these tables up and running in mid April. Personally, I believe that they are both GREAT state of the art tables. Not...
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    TW Acustic RPS 100 Phono

    Looking for comments from owners of the TW Acustic RPS 100 Phono. Tried this phono? Compared it to other top notch phono's? What do you like and/or dislike about the RPS 100?
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