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    How to grow the R2R catalogues??

    After watching the fantastic UHA Phase 11 review on Peter's site, I wonder what would be needed to get the major labels to start releasing material on R2R?? As a classical music geek, I am sure there are literally thousands of miles of tape in the vaults of London/Decca, Phillips, DG, EMI just...
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    Boulder 2110 Series

    Here's looking forward to hearing about the new 2100 Series components and the likely retirement of the fabulous 2000 Series which has set a incredibly high level for years!!!! Cheers,
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    Boulder amps with MBL??

    Hey...has anyone heard any of the MBL speakers (up to the 101 eXtremes) with any Boulder amps?? I was wondering if anyone has heard the speakers with non-MBL amps/preamps.... Cheers,
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    Why no Boulder sub-forum??

    Just curious....why is there no sub forum in the What's Best in Manufactures for Boulder?? Cheers,
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    Personal music at audio shows??

    Hey all, After seeing and reading numerous show reports, I am wondering about (instead of taking CD's and SACD's to audio shows like RAMF) putting my audition music on a flash drive since so many exhibitors seem to be doing either computer music or vinyl. SO, my question (and please don't...
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    Any Tara Labs fans here??

    Evening, I was wondering if there were any Tara Labs fans here. A number of years ago a good friend back in Austin had a store where I got to hear all of Tara Labs cables. Back in those days the top cables were The Zero IC, The Omega for speakers and The One for power cords....now, we have...
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    Choosing an amp for a subwoofer

    Hey all, I know that the Focal Sub Utopia EM and Wilson's Hammer of Thor require external amplification (unlike some that include its own sub) so I was just curious to learn if the brand of amp (for the subs from Focal and Wilson) can affect the overall sound. PLEASE forgive my ignorance...
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    Number of components to audition??

    Hello all.. I think I have let it known I am planning a very ambitious 2-channel system for late this year. I am wondering how many components are too many to audition. I know this may be a difficult question to answer and may approach some bizarre metaphysical process. For instance, the...
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    RMAF 2013..whose going??

    Okay all, anyone have any concrete plans on attending this year? I have a room booked at the RMAF rate and am planning on going, so it would be nice to see who else is likely to attend....for sure, drinks in the Atrium Bar!!!! Cheers,
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    Seaton Subs for various large speakers??

    Howdy, I was just wondering if you have built custom subs for speakers like Focal's Grande Utopia EM's, Rockport's Arrakis, Wilson Alexandria XLF's etc?? I know that both Focal and Wilson sell the Sub Utopia EM and Thor's Hammer (respectively) but what about for Rockport's Arrakis?? MANY...
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    Artesania Racks??

    Hey all, anyone here ever use these racks? This brand is one of a few (Stillpoints ESS, HRS SRX and SRA) audio racks I am interested in. They look nice and I saw a number of rooms at the Munich show that used them (though I saw a lot of the ESS and HRS).... Are they any good or should I stick...
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    Room treatments....natural or commercial??

    Okay, here goes…. Along with the upcoming audition of killer components later this year, I am been contemplating an equally killer listening room…here is where I would like some feedback. A number of years ago I met a fascinating gentleman named Pascal who has an audio company in Canada. He...
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    Actual number of tapes??

    Hey all, is there anyway to see just how many tape recordings are available for purchase?? I am pretty much a classical guy, though tapes of Rush, Boston, CCR, The Eagles, Moody Blues,The Beatles and Elton John would be okay...There is a list of highly recommended tapes in the current issue of...
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    Accuphase DP-900/DC-901...thoughts?

    Evening, Has anyone here heard this combo?? I heard its two generations ago predecessor, the DP-100/DC-101 several years ago, and despite a long flashing TOC message, I remember it did a great job on CD and killer job on SACD playback. Now, we have those old timer's grandchildren and I wonder...
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    List of Potential Cables

    Okay all, I am sure this will stir passions and generate opinions, so here goes.. As I am planning a VERY substantial 2-channel system for late this year, I have a pretty short list of candidates for amps/preamps, front ends and speakers...but cables have the largest numbers due to some of...
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    Howdy!!!

    New member here, as I just found this great site!! I am planning on assembling an extremely substantial new system for late this year that is going to be an assault on the best that a number of companies produce. I have had two transcendental experiences with high end audio in my life and now...
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    240v wall receptacles?

    Hello! My first post here... I am planning an extremely substantial 2-channel system for late this year. Come a disaster, I will buy a pair of the new Boulder 3050 monoblocks. These monsters require a 240v 30amp connection and while I know a number of cable companies build custom AC cords for...

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