Hi- I'm new to this list, and to audiophilia in general, at least in terms of researching serious equipment. I'm trying to upgrade my system, but am on a very strict budget- hoping to spend a grand or less on a new set of speakers and amp. My current plan is to get a pair of PSB Alpha B1s ($279) and maybe a Marantz PM7001 integrated amp ($600).

In the not too distant past, Sam Tellig gave a rave review to a tubed CD player costing a remarkable $499. It was pictured shown as having a bright chrome chassis.

But, I cannot remember the name of the unit! Is there anyone who can help me with this?

Thanks.

I am considering purchasing PSB Alpha B1 speakers to upgrade the audio from my PC, currently no-fi, to lo-fi.

Placement is a problem in that the speakers will be located within a computer hutch or almost against a wall.

I

Reading all the petty arguments going back and forth in some of the threads on this forum I realized that what is needed around here is a good old fashion Celebrity Death Match, as once seen on MTV, at least I think that the show used to be on MTV.

The Main Event:

A super tag team match up:

In the blue corner, representing the voice of reason and science - andy19191, the blindfolded uber-scientist and his team mate, recently returning from a tour of Mexico - DUP - the super Blues man.

and their opponents

Does anyone here own the RSP1? I'm thinking about getting a new pre-amp and the price seems right.

Are they gonna auction off stuff, how much would a studio cost, to buy it? http://www.prosoundnews.com/publish/news/Allaire_Studios_Dismisses_Staff_Future_Uncertain.shtml

Did you guys see this?

http://www.inventiveguy.com/tables/tables.htm

Clearly, the man loves his acrylic a bit too much, but he's pretty good!