I want to build a PC based server to add to my system. My question is what are the recommended processor speed and RAM requirements? I have heard that there are some good ripping programs. Are there any specs to watch for when selecting Hard Drives? What about sound card selection? I use PC's every day in my job, but using them for sound is all relatively new to me. I have a pretty good DAC, and am at the point of buying a new PC.

I'd like to go see some turntables, amps, and speakers and listen to them in Dallas, especially the North Dallas, Plano, Richardson area, as that would be most convenient for me. I really would like to deal with a store that takes analog audio seriously and that has knowledgeable staff who are willing to help me work within my means.

I've been an avid reader for a while. I seemed to be aligned in my tastes somewhere in between Sam and Robert. Therefore, could either of you provide advice on speakers to complement my Quad 99-CDP2/Quad 909 system in a relatively small 12x13 listening space? Budget is up to $4k. I currently have Triangle Celius Esw's connected to the Quad combo, but in a much larger space.

Thanks

PMB

Greetings Everyone -

Here is a terrific article on my most recent design creation - The Kipnis Studio Standard:

http://www.ukslc.org/News/Installs_and_C...ter_Design.html

Please let me know what you think, and feel free to pass it on to anyone who might be interested.

This should be fun.

I'm just glad I don't know enough for silly putty to run out of my nose.