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jrun's Therapy System
IP Address: 76.107.28.21	Last Update: October 04, 2008 at 11:03:15
Amplifier:	Audio Space Ref. 3.1 tube integrated with upgraded caps. (KT88). Recently upgraded 12ax7's to NOS Telefunkens, 6SN7's upgraded to NOS Sylvania GTB black bases.
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	None
Speakers:	Von Schweikert VR4SR
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Meridian G08
Turntable/Phono Stage:	Basis 1400 with Rega 900 tonearm with Benz Micro cartridge.
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Verastarr Silver Reference IC . Von Schweikert Audio speaker cables. PS Audio power cables.
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	PS Audio Premier Power Plant. Salamander Synergy Twin 30 rack with perforated sides and doors.
Tweaks:	Vibrapods.
Room Size (LxWxH):	20' x 14' x 10'
Room Comments/Treatments:	Listen mostly in the near field, ~7ft. Sound is awesome.
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Seems to change frequently. Female vocals. Acoustic. Classic rock. Some jazz.
System Goals/Comments:	A recent amp failure forced a system change. After much gnashing of teeth, I decided to try a highly recommended tube integrated (Thanks Albert!). The differences are significant with what seems like more music on discs I know well.
System Strengths:	A very good window to the performance if well recorded. Very enjoyable if not so well recorded.
System Weaknesses:	Ask me tomorrow.
Video/HT System: None