What's your best purchase this year?

[T110]

Just remembered. I think I bought the Amadeus this year too...decisions decisions

[silversurfer]

For me too,it was the HRTII Music Streamer and as I am going now all computerbased FLAC>DAC>Headphone Amp>Sennheiser HD650/AKG702 I am looking forward to more upgrades!!!

[SRC666]

I've spent the last 12 months updating my whole system. Best purchase is the Audiolab 8200CDQ. I play a lot of uncompressed digital music via my ipod through a Wadia 171i and the sound is top class. Also functions very, very well as a Pre-amp and CD player. All in one box at a very reasonable price!

My long term plan is to have an all Kiwi made system. I'm starting with cables and would be keen to hear members opinion of Antipodes (Komako XLR) and Slinky Links XLR?????

In addition to the Audiolab and Wadia gear I have a Rotel 1080 power amp and Wharfedale Jade 7 speakers.

Cheers
SRC

[WitchdoctorGaz]

I'm with you regarding the 8200CDQ, it's a stunning piece of hardware for very reasonable money. I've got the 8200 monos as well and they make a super combo.
Best purchases this year?
Er, there are a few...
Audiolab 8200CDQ/8200MB's
Oppo BDP95
Onkyo TX-NR3009
Antique Sound Labs DT1 pure / WAVE AV8 Mono's.

I gotta say the 8200CDQ is my fave!

[Cliff]

Martin Logans, closely followed by Simon's 12 inch Wand +

[WitchdoctorGaz]

Martin Logans, closely followed by Simon's 12 inch Wand +

A 'to do' DIY project I'll have to do at some stage is a turntable build. I'd try to keep the faith and make it an all-kiwi affair, meaning either a Wand or an Analog Instruments Apparition Apparition from James (Omegaspeedy).
Or I could try an Audiomods arm, they look pretty trick and sq is excellent

[Cliff]

DO IT!

Best value for money recent purchase, a plastic armboard for The Wand. Against all wisdom and advice the plastic aka acrylic, won hands down over the conventional theoretically better wood.

[Zero]

I purchased a substantial chunk of Neils old system - a Leben CS600 and a pair of Harbeth SHL5's.
Best. Hifi. Purchase. Ever.

[Cliff]

Great system Zero!

Have you tried any other phonostages? I think your system could easily highlight any merits in other phonostages.

[Parmenter Sound]

I purchased a substantial chunk of Neils old system - a Leben CS600 and a pair of Harbeth SHL5's.
Best. Hifi. Purchase. Ever.

Yes I think you made a great choice in you selection, this pairing is very musical and one of my best recommendations for clients who want to be able to relax and enjoy the music, Well done.