I am often asked what is my choice in a particular type of audio equipment. Here is my short list: Solid State Stereo Receiver= Kenwood KR-9600 Rack Mount Model. Favorite Solid State Separates Brand/Equipment=Early Adcom ex. GFA-555 (mkII) Amplifier and matching preamp, tuner preamp (GFP). Favorite tube gear= Receiver is Fisher 400. Favorite tube separates= Dynaco tube stuff…all of it MkIII mono’s, ST-70, PAS, etc. Hope that answers some of the inquires. Reasons why…another day…