Hi all.
Has someone opinions on the new Audiolab 8000s integrated? Is the headphone socket any good?

PS: It should be matched with JMLab bookshelves.

thanks.

TheEntryLevel-ML-22295-ML-

Bought a reasonably high end digital stereo power amp direct from box - manufacturers instructions spartan and no basic set up information - advertised RMS 500w per channel, I assume this to be accurate...so how to burn it in with a totally NON debatable method? I have read reviews but they all use slightly differing methods to precondition for testing only - I am looking at an amp for life...well, maybe not quite, but I plan on using it for a good while!

I checked out a pair of these today, and they sound amazing! 2 way speakers, with a single 8" woofer, and I honestly thought there was a sub hooked up!! Not to mention the awesome mid-range!
They were driven with an Audio Research tube amp, and an Esoteric transport, with A.R. DAC.
It probably would not sound quite that good with my system, but it has me curious.

Does anyone here own Spendors?

This is an easy one for me. Without blinking an eye it would be a McIntosh. The MC402 in particular. Oodles of pure American muscle, 400w per channel (min) to be exact. I just love the history of the company, the technology, and lets not forget those gorgeous blue meters. To my ears the sound is just so sweet & involving that I get goose bumps. Well, like the title says - the amp of your dreams. I've been saving loose change for some time now & maybe in a few more years. Till then I'll just "Dream On"

On 21st April 2007, my 861SE died after 18months of ownership; both audio channels failed. This is unacceptable for a premium level product. I made a significant system investment in opting for Wadia - paying