Recent content by bobrock

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    Kef R500 vs R700.....

    I just heard the R700 and I thought they sounded dark. The dealer did not have them bi-wired so maybe that was the issue I don't know. Also, I found Dali opticon 6 and Rega RX5 more open. Maybe I need to try the Kef's with another amp not sure.
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    List of UK Manufacturers Still Manufacturing Solely in the UK?

    To my alarm, many UK companies seemed to have moved production to china. How many true made in UK companies are left? I believe Rega, Linn, Tannoy are still UK. but what about others like Castle, arcam, Musical fidelity? Roksan? I just dont know anymore. Same thing has happened in North America...
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    The return of YBA

    I picked up this great tube integrated (made in Japan) with KT88 tubes. It really is somthing to listen to for valve amp lovers. I use it with Focal 836V speakers. Exposure 3010s2 cdp. Its really a great combo. I highly recommend this amp to anyone into tubes. here is a short youtube video I...
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    focal 836v with m3i

    I just picked up a pair of Focal 836V's in piano black finish-easy to drive with my YBA A100 integrated. Here is a vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEBm4YwYLto&list=UU9MEDgTxd3sYrK5SPNwcAfQ
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    Anyone got experience with Elac speakers?

    I have the Elac FS 68s and I love them. Driving them with a YBA a100 integrated amp. Using purist audio design cables... here are some youtube links to some videos I made. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMO6qwubRAo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKnIJP7SHgY...
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    The return of YBA

    Just wanted to let everyone know I got my New YBA a100 integrated this week and its incredible. Still has that to die for mid-range YBA is famous for. Build quality is still among the best. The UK distributor is : http://www.zepheraudio.co.uk/Zepher_Audio/Zepher_Audio.html
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    What has happened to YBA?

    YBA is back and the UK distributor is Zepher Audio. I amd here in Quebec, Canada. Just recieved my new YBA a100 integrated from their heritage line and its fantastic. http://www.zepheraudio.co.uk/Zepher_Audio/Zepher_Audio.html