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STEVE H's 2 Channel System
IP Address: 173.51.99.253	Last Update: December 20, 2011 at 16:49:27
Amplifier:	Parasound HCA-1200 II (205w/ch)
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Rogue Perseus Magnum
Speakers:	Monitor Audio Silver RS6 on Lovan 6" Jazz Stands
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Marantz DV7001 Universal Player Wyred4Sound DAC-1
Turntable/Phono Stage:	Basis 1400, Origin Live Encounter Mk III Ortofon Kontrapunkt b MC cartridge Phono preamp built into Perseus
Other Source(s):	Squeezebox Duet/Welbourne power supply
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Analysis Plus Silver bi-wire speaker cables Analysis Plus Solo Crystal interconnects Zu Cable ASH digital cables
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Power Conditioner: Furman IT Reference 15 Power Cables: PS Audio AC-12 & AC-10, Shunyata Copperhead and Zu Cable BOK. Sanus EFAB5-II rack
Room Size (LxWxH):	13 x 15 x 11
Room Comments/Treatments:	Vaulted ceiling. Carpet,no special acoustic treatments. Dedicated 20A line.
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	'50s & '60s Jazz. Progressive rock (Yes, ELP, etc.),Classical.
System Goals/Comments:	None right now. Very happy with sound of system. May try a tube amp at some point.
System Strengths:	HCA-1200 driving the MA speakers provides very dynamic sound. Very wide soundstage for size of room.
System Weaknesses:	No real complaints.
Video/HT System: Separate
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Photography, Travel