{"title":"The Listening Room","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Listening Room is a third-generation, family-owned hi-fi shop in Chestertown, Maryland, and this page gathers everything we sell under our own name. Pop-Pop Donald Hoatson made it a business in 1978, selling his speakers from home after horse trading used gear in the Sunpapers. Mike runs it today. Most of what carries our name is the work itself: complete systems Mike has matched piece by piece, and the hands-on setup that decides how a great system sounds once it is in your house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mike-s-hifi-system-picks\"\u003eMike's Hand-Selected HiFi Systems\u003c\/a\u003e, from a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikes-1299-hifi-system\"\u003efirst serious system\u003c\/a\u003e to a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikes-42500-hifi-system\"\u003estatement system\u003c\/a\u003e, each one a set of components Mike matched himself. Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/services\"\u003eServices\u003c\/a\u003e cover \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cartridge-mounting-and-alignment\"\u003ecartridge mounting and alignment\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/two-channel-system-calibration\"\u003etwo-channel system calibration\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tube-amplifier-bias-adjustment\"\u003etube amplifier bias adjustment\u003c\/a\u003e. For the person in your life you would never dare buy a cartridge for, our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-listening-room-gift-cards\"\u003egift cards\u003c\/a\u003e come \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-listening-room-gift-card\"\u003edigital\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/physical-gift-card\"\u003ephysical\u003c\/a\u003e. And our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-listening-room-merch\"\u003emerch\u003c\/a\u003e starts with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-listening-room-cork-coasters\"\u003ecork coasters\u003c\/a\u003e Mike laser engraves in the shop, complete with a spec sheet and a recommended 200-hour break-in.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-listening-room-gift-card","title":"Digital Gift Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eNeed a last-minute gift for the audiophile in your life? Our Digital Gift Card delivers instantly via email, so they can start shopping for that perfect piece of gear right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstant Email Delivery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour recipient receives their gift card code via email within minutes of purchase. No waiting, no shipping delays. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want to give the gift of great sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose your gift card amount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour recipient receives an email with their unique gift card code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey enter the code at checkout to apply their balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat can it be used for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnything and everything from our collection: two-channel wonders, powerhouse subs, tube gear that glows, or turntables smoother than jazz on a Sunday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a physical card you can wrap?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/physical-gift-card\"\u003ePhysical Gift Card\u003c\/a\u003e, handmade by Mike on a vintage printing press and shipped to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"$50.00","offer_id":42572021563488,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$100.00","offer_id":41759916425312,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$250.00","offer_id":41759916458080,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$500.00","offer_id":41759916490848,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$1,000.00","offer_id":41759916523616,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tlr-digital-gc-3.jpg?v=1769655459"},{"product_id":"michell-dc-motor-kit-installation-service","title":"Michell DC Motor Kit Installation Service","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThinking about upgrading your Michell turntable with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/products\/michell-dc-motor-kit\" title=\"MC DC Motor Kit Upgrade\"\u003eDC Motor Kit\u003c\/a\u003e, but don’t want to wrestle with the install? Let us handle it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis service includes expert installation of the Michell DC Motor Kit by The Listening Room. Whether you’re local to the shop or shipping your old motor housing in, we’ll ensure everything is installed with care, ran in, tested and measured before it gets back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eProfessional installation of your DC Motor Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurement of RPM and WOW\/Flutter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003ePlayback test to confirm proper speed and performance\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoordination for either:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIn-store drop-off\/appointment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eShip-in service (we’ll help guide you through packing and logistics)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo product will be shipped to you as part of this listing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e After purchase, we’ll reach out to schedule your install and talk logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michell Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42024994111584,"sku":"MADCMKINSERVICE","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/MichellDCMotorKit.jpg?v=1742309244"},{"product_id":"mikes-7500-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $7,500 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-75k\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis $7,500 system is a proven favorite at The Listening Room. Mike has built and sold it repeatedly for customers who want great sound that simply works. The reason is simple: strong component synergy and no weak links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components of the 7.5k System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese components form the heart of the system and are included by default with bundle savings. Each piece was chosen for how well it works in synergy with the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimare I15 Prisma Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnepan 1.7x Loudspeakers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIABLUE SC-4 Speaker Cables (Save almost $400)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e This system ships free, a $295 savings on the Magnepan freight alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-1-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\" title=\"Magnepan 1.7x Product listing\"\u003e1.7X\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the most complete and satisfying speakers in the Magnepan lineup. It takes the foundation of the 1.7i and enhances it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/collections\/magnepan-x-series\" title=\"Magnepan X-Series Collection\"\u003eX-Series upgrades\u003c\/a\u003e, including\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom two-way drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn undampened tweeter section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wound in-house air core inductors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh end copper-rich polypropylene capacitors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand tested and matched to within .005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a cleaner, more consistent, and more refined version of an already excellent speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.7X delivers the scale, clarity, and transparency people love about Magnepan, with enough bass that many listeners will not feel the immediate need for a subwoofer. Its design also makes it unusually responsive to good system synergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAmplification: Primare i15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca title=\"Primare I15 Prisma Integrated Amplifier Listing\" href=\"\/collections\/primare\/products\/primare-i15-prisma-mk2-streaming-integrated-amplifier\"\u003ePrimare i15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e gives you everything you need in one clean and powerful unit. It is easy to use and has more than enough control to drive the 1.7X properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoon Ready for serious listeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirPlay for everyone else in the house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume limits so your family can use the system without worry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Class D power with excellent refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple interface and reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust as important, the tonal balance and grip of the i15 create excellent synergy with Magnepan panels, preserving their speed and openness without sounding thin or clinical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: VIABLUE SC-4\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viablue\/products\/viablue-sc-4-speaker-cables-with-t8-terminations-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-4 Listing\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-4\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct cable for this system. It is flexible, well shielded, and perfectly suited for Magnepan. It avoids the stiffness issues that many cables have with planar speakers and puts no strain on the connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore importantly, it maintains system synergy by staying neutral and controlled, letting the amplifier and speakers do their jobs without editorializing the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard length option is 2.5m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional upgrade: 3m or 4m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional Vinyl Front End\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to get into vinyl, the \u003ca title=\"Rega Planar 3 RS Main Listing\" href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/collections\/rega\/products\/rega-planar-3-rs\"\u003eRega P3 RS\u003c\/a\u003e is the right table at this level. When paired with the \u003ca title=\"Primare R15 Phono Stage Main Product Listing\" href=\"\/collections\/primare\/products\/primare-r15-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier\"\u003ePrimare R15 phono stage\u003c\/a\u003e, you get a clean, quiet, and musical front end that integrates smoothly with the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRega P3 RS turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimare R15 phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination preserves the overall system synergy and maintains the character and purity of a 1.7X based setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional Subwoofers: REL T\/7x\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.7X does not require a subwoofer, but if you want more low end weight, the \u003ca title=\"REL T\/7x Product LIsting\" href=\"\/collections\/rel\/products\/rel-t-7x-subwoofer\"\u003eREL T\/7x\u003c\/a\u003e blends the easiest with Magnepan panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds depth and warmth without muddying the panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural integration with the 1.7X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent speed and transient behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen properly set up, the T\/7x enhances scale while preserving the system’s overall synergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system exists to avoid the rabbit hole that high end audio can become. Every component was chosen for how well it works with the others. The result is strong synergy, predictable performance, and long term satisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it on and enjoy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42422364700768,"sku":null,"price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_7500_v4.png?v=1771260535"},{"product_id":"mikes-2750-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $2750 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-275k\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis $2750 system delivers refined British sound in an elegant, uncomplicated package. Built around the Ruark R610 Music Console and Sabre-R bookshelf speakers, it offers exceptional performance for listeners who want great sound without a rack full of components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese components form the heart of the system and are included by default with bundle savings. The R610 and Sabre-R were designed by the same team to work together seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuark Audio R610 Music Console\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuark Audio Sabre-R Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ruark-audio-r610-music-console\" title=\"Ruark R610 Music Console\"\u003eRuark R610\u003c\/a\u003e is a complete music system in a single, beautifully crafted cabinet. It handles streaming, Bluetooth, FM radio, and vinyl playback (with its built-in phono stage) through a powerful Class A-B amplifier. The design philosophy is simple: one elegant component that does everything well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ruark-audio-sabre-r-bookshelf-speakers\" title=\"Ruark Sabre-R Speakers\"\u003eSabre-R speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, the system gains the scale and presence needed to fill a living room. The Sabre-R delivers Ruark's signature warmth and musicality with surprising bass extension for its size. Together, these components create a cohesive sound that punches well above its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe R610 Music Console\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R610 serves as the command center for your entire music library:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution streaming via Wi-Fi and Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and AirPlay 2 built-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth with aptX HD for wireless convenience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in phono stage for direct turntable connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical and analog inputs for additional sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass A-B amplification with refined, musical character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSabre-R Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sabre-R is a high-performance bookshelf speaker that captures everything Ruark has learned about speaker design:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom 20mm silk dome tweeter for smooth, detailed highs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e130mm mid-bass driver with exceptional control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear port design optimized for placement flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished cabinets in your choice of Charcoal Wood or White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Rega Planar 1 Turntable\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor vinyl enthusiasts, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-planar-1-turntable\" title=\"Rega Planar 1 Turntable\"\u003eRega Planar 1\u003c\/a\u003e is an excellent entry point. Connect it directly to the R610's built-in phono stage and start spinning records immediately. No additional equipment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRega's acclaimed RB110 tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon MM cartridge pre-installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug and play with the R610's phono input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Ruark RS1 Subwoofer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sabre-R speakers have impressive bass for their size, but the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ruark-rs1-subwoofer\" title=\"Ruark RS1 Subwoofer\"\u003eRuark RS1 subwoofer\u003c\/a\u003e adds foundation and weight for those who want more low-end impact. Designed specifically to complement Ruark systems, the RS1 integrates naturally without overwhelming the speakers' character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e165mm (6.5\") long-throw driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless connectivity option available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact footprint fits easily in any room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Works\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system exists for people who value quality and simplicity equally. The R610 eliminates the complexity of separate components while the Sabre-R speakers provide the performance upgrade that transforms good sound into something special. Everything is designed to work together, installed in minutes, and enjoyed for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo complicated setup. No compatibility questions. Just music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42483258490976,"sku":"MIKE2750","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/sabre-r-06_05c12f3b-7ace-4bdd-a2f5-8cd2bb237e29.jpg?v=1768666567"},{"product_id":"physical-gift-card","title":"Physical Gift Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot sure if the HiFi-loving human in your life wants another integrated amp, a DAC upgrade, or just that \u003ci\u003eother\u003c\/i\u003e turntable that is \u003ci\u003etotally different\u003c\/i\u003e from the last one? We get it. High-end audio is personal and gloriously specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter: \u003cb\u003eThe Listening Room Physical Gift Card.\u003c\/b\u003e The one gift that says \u003ci\u003e\"I care deeply about you, but I am not about to guess whether you need a new tonearm or just a different mat.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it is your spouse, partner, cousin, boss, or that audiophile buddy who just explained the acoustic benefit of the Fibonacci tweeter faceplate over brunch, this is your pass to HiFi happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandmade and Hand-Delivered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike boring digital codes from giant box stores, our physical gift cards are handmade by Michael Hoatson (The Owner of The Listening Room), printed on real paper using a vintage printing press, signed, sealed, and mailed to you with care. It is something tactile you can wrap, hand over, or slide into a birthday card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow 3-5 business days for delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Redeem\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach gift card will have a custom code which you can input the website or you can call or visit the Listening Room!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat can it be used for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnything and everything from our collection: two-channel wonders, powerhouse subs, tube gear that glows, or turntables smoother than jazz on a Sunday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed it now?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-listening-room-gift-card\"\u003eDigital Gift Card\u003c\/a\u003e for instant email delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"$100","offer_id":42487162503264,"sku":"TLRGC-PHYS-100","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$250","offer_id":42487162536032,"sku":"TLRGC-PHYS-250","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$500","offer_id":42487162568800,"sku":"TLRGC-PHYS-500","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$1,000","offer_id":42487162601568,"sku":"TLRGC-PHYS-1000","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/listeningroomgiftcardcloseupnobg_a556fe0d-44b0-43d7-a6a5-2e00eb613be8.jpg?v=1768883265"},{"product_id":"mikes-4500-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $4,500 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-45k\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis $4,500 system is built for the listener who wants serious sound with modern streaming convenience. The Primare I15 Prisma MK2 drives a pair of Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary monitors, connected by VIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series cables. Every component was chosen for how well it works with the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese components form the heart of the system and are included by default with bundle savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-i15-prisma-mk2-streaming-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Primare I15 Prisma MK2 Streaming Integrated Amplifier\"\u003ePrimare I15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e streaming integrated amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/acoustic-energy-ae1-40th-anniversary-edition-passive-speakers-pair\" title=\"Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary Speakers\"\u003eAcoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary\u003c\/a\u003e speakers (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-2-speaker-cables-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series\u003c\/a\u003e speaker cables (2.5m pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/acoustic-energy-ae1-40th-anniversary-edition-passive-speakers-pair\" title=\"Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary Speakers\"\u003eAE1 40th Anniversary\u003c\/a\u003e is what happens when a British loudspeaker company spends forty years refining one design. It's a compact standmount that images like a much larger speaker and reveals detail in recordings you thought you already knew. These are serious monitors that reward quality amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-i15-prisma-mk2-streaming-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Primare I15 Prisma MK2 Streaming Integrated Amplifier\"\u003ePrimare I15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e is exactly the kind of amplifier the AE1s want. Clean power, refined musicality, and a tonal balance that brings out the best in demanding speakers without ever sounding clinical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-2-speaker-cables-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-2\u003c\/a\u003e cables complete the system cleanly, staying out of the way and letting the amp and speakers do their thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAmplification \u0026amp; Streaming: Primare I15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-i15-prisma-mk2-streaming-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Primare I15 Prisma MK2 Streaming Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eI15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e replaces a separate streamer, DAC, preamp, and power amp in one clean Scandinavian chassis. It sounds like an audiophile product but has features that make the whole family happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoon Ready for serious listeners, AirPlay for everyone else in the house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume limits so your family can use the system without worry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Class D power with the musical refinement demanding speakers need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Chromecast, Bluetooth, and HDMI ARC from the TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Mike puts it: \"Prisma is great because you can do super simple Apple AirPlay streaming with volume control from your phone, all the way up to true high resolution through Roon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpeakers: Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/acoustic-energy-ae1-40th-anniversary-edition-passive-speakers-pair\" title=\"Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary Speakers\"\u003eAE1 40th Anniversary\u003c\/a\u003e is a reference-grade compact monitor that punches far above its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise imaging and clarity from a compact standmount design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles classical detail and rock dynamics with equal authority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRewards quality amplification, which is exactly why the Primare pairs so well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in High Gloss Black or High Gloss Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: VIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-2-speaker-cables-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-2 Silver Series Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-2\u003c\/a\u003e is the right cable for this system. Hand-assembled in Germany with a hybrid strand design that stays neutral and transparent. It connects the Primare to the AE1s without adding its own opinion to the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 2.5m pair included, other lengths available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated banana plug terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Rega Planar 2 Turntable + Rega Fono MM MK5 Phono Stage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Primare I15 does not have a built-in phono stage, so vinyl playback needs both a turntable and an external phono preamp. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-planar-2\" title=\"Rega Planar 2 Turntable\"\u003eRega Planar 2\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-fono-mm-mk5-phono-stage\" title=\"Rega Fono MM MK5 Phono Stage\"\u003eRega Fono MM MK5\u003c\/a\u003e are a proven combination that integrates smoothly with the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRega Planar 2 with factory-fitted cartridge, ready to play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFono MM MK5 provides clean RIAA equalization into the I15's analog input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth backed by Rega's lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Dual REL T\/5x Subwoofers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AE1 monitors handle bass impressively for their size, but a pair of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rel-t-5x-subwoofer\" title=\"REL T\/5x Subwoofer\"\u003eREL T\/5x subwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e fills in the bottom octave without overwhelming the speakers' character. Dual subs provide even bass distribution and eliminate the localization issues of a single sub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds depth and foundation without muddying the midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural integration with compact monitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Level connection recommended for best blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system is for the listener who values clarity, imaging, and detail but also wants something the whole household can enjoy. The Primare streams everything, the AE1s reveal everything, and the VIABLUE cables stay out of the way. No rabbit holes, no complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it on and listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42559312560224,"sku":"MIKE4500","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_4500_FINAL.png?v=1771258958"},{"product_id":"mikes-42500-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $42,500 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-425k\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis $42,500 system pairs the Magnepan 3.7x planar magnetic speakers with the Audia Flight FLS 10 integrated amplifier, Aurender N20 music server, and premium VIABLUE cabling. Every component was selected for how it performs alongside the others, not just on its own. This is a system built on synergy, where the whole exceeds what any single piece could deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following components make up the core of this system at the $42,500 price point:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\" title=\"Magnepan 3.7x Planar Magnetic Speakers\"\u003eMagnepan 3.7x\u003c\/a\u003e planar magnetic floorstanding speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-fls-10-fully-balanced-stereo-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Audia Flight FLS 10 Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eAudia Flight FLS 10\u003c\/a\u003e fully balanced integrated amplifier with DAC Silver module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aurender-n20-music-server-and-streamer\" title=\"Aurender N20 Music Server and Streamer\"\u003eAurender N20\u003c\/a\u003e music server and streamer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-6-speaker-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-6 AIR Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-6\u003c\/a\u003e Reference Silver speaker cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s2-digital-xlr-aes-ebu-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE NF-S2 Digital XLR (AES\/EBU) Cable\"\u003eVIABLUE NF-S2\u003c\/a\u003e Digital XLR (AES\/EBU) cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping included on all components, including freight for the Magnepan speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\" title=\"Magnepan 3.7x Planar Magnetic Speakers\"\u003eMagnepan 3.7x\u003c\/a\u003e panels are the foundation of this system. Their quasi-ribbon tweeter and planar magnetic mid\/bass drivers create a soundstage that extends well beyond the physical speakers. The imaging is holographic, the midrange is natural and immediate, and the bass has speed and texture that box speakers rarely achieve. These speakers demand serious amplification, and everything else in this system was chosen to deliver exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAmplification: Audia Flight FLS 10\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-fls-10-fully-balanced-stereo-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Audia Flight FLS 10 Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eAudia Flight FLS 10\u003c\/a\u003e is a fully balanced integrated amplifier that provides the current and control these panels need to perform at their best. The DAC Silver module is included in this configuration, giving you a direct digital input path with the same musical refinement as the analog section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully balanced topology from input to output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh current delivery for demanding planar magnetic loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in DAC Silver module for digital inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in silver or black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDigital Source: Aurender N20\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aurender-n20-music-server-and-streamer\" title=\"Aurender N20 Music Server and Streamer\"\u003eAurender N20\u003c\/a\u003e is a reference-grade digital transport that extracts the absolute best performance from the FLS 10's DAC module. Its OCXO-controlled clock system delivers exceptionally low jitter on the AES\/EBU output, which is critical because SPDIF and AES\/EBU depend on the transport's clock rather than the DAC's. The result is a digital signal path that rivals anything at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOCXO clock-controlled AES\/EBU output for ultra-low jitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid linear power supply with super capacitor UPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 16TB user-installable SSD storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, and Roon Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.8\" IPS color display with album art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in silver or black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: VIABLUE SC-6 + NF-S2 AES\/EBU\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this level of component quality, cable performance becomes audible. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-6-speaker-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-6 AIR Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-6\u003c\/a\u003e Reference Silver speaker cables deliver clean, uncolored signal transfer between amplifier and speakers. Choose from 2.5m, 3m, or 4m lengths to match your room layout. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s2-digital-xlr-aes-ebu-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE NF-S2 Digital XLR (AES\/EBU) Cable\"\u003eVIABLUE NF-S2\u003c\/a\u003e Digital XLR cable connects the N20 to the FLS 10 via AES\/EBU, taking advantage of the FLS DAC's best digital input. The AES input on the FLS 10 is its highest-performing digital connection, and the N20's AES output is among the best from any streamer. Together they deliver very high performance digital playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Michell Turntable Setup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a full \u003ca href=\"\/products\/michell-gyro-turntable\" title=\"Michell Gyro Turntable\"\u003eMichell Gyro\u003c\/a\u003e turntable setup for vinyl playback. The 2026 Gyro pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/michell-tecnoarm-2-tonearm\" title=\"Michell TecnoArm 2 Tonearm\"\u003eTecnoArm 2\u003c\/a\u003e tonearm and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/michell-cusis-e-h-cartridge\" title=\"Michell CUSIS E\/H Cartridge\"\u003eCusis E\/H\u003c\/a\u003e high-output moving coil cartridge, all from Michell. Selecting the turntable option upgrades the Audia Flight FLS 10 from the DAC Silver module to the DAC+Phono configuration, providing dedicated phono amplification built into the same integrated amplifier. Both the turntable and tonearm are available in silver or black to match your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike chose the Cusis E\/H specifically for this system. Its high-output moving coil design delivers a stronger input signal to the FLS 10's built-in phono stage, resulting in a noticeably better noise floor than a standard moving coil cartridge would achieve through an external phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichell Gyro turntable (2026), available in silver or black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTecnoArm 2 tonearm with matched finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCusis E\/H high-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFLS 10 upgraded to DAC+Phono variant automatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Perlisten R15s Subwoofers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor rooms that benefit from additional low-frequency support, add a pair of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/perlisten-r15s-subwoofer\" title=\"Perlisten R15s Subwoofer\"\u003ePerlisten R15s\u003c\/a\u003e subwoofers. These sealed 15-inch subs extend response below what the Magnepan panels deliver on their own, with the speed and control needed to integrate seamlessly with planar speakers. Dual subs provide even room coverage and smoother bass response across listening positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15-inch glass-fiber woofer in sealed enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,000W RMS amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-sub configuration for even room coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5% dual-sub discount applied automatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Audia Flight CD Three S\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor listeners with a CD collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-cd-three-s-cd-player\" title=\"Audia Flight CD Three S CD Player\"\u003eAudia Flight CD Three S\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural companion to this system. The base CD Three S functions as a dedicated CD transport, feeding its digital output to the FLS 10's DAC module for D\/A conversion. Since the FLS 10 already has the DAC Silver board, a separate DAC in the CD player would be redundant, so the transport-only configuration is the right match here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin toroidal transformers (58VA analog, 36VA digital)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision CD transport mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital output to FLS 10 DAC for conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver finish to match the FLS 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a collection of flagship products thrown together for a price tag. Every piece was chosen for what it contributes to the whole. The Magnepan panels set the standard for transparency and imaging. The Audia Flight delivers the power and refinement they demand. The Aurender N20 feeds them a pristine digital signal through the highest-performing connection available. And VIABLUE cables connect it all without getting in the way. This is what a no-compromise system sounds like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42567426310240,"sku":"MIKE42500","price":42500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_42500_v10.png?v=1771264011"},{"product_id":"mikes-19500-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $19,500 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-195k\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis $19,500 system pairs the Magnepan 3.7x planar magnetic speakers with the Primare I35 Prisma integrated amplifier and VIABLUE SC-6 AIR speaker cables. It is a carefully matched three-component system built around one idea: put the best possible front end on a full-range planar speaker, keep the signal path short, and let the music do the talking. Every component was hand-selected by Mike for real-world synergy, not spec-sheet bragging rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour system includes three components, each chosen for how they work together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\" title=\"Magnepan 3.7x Planar Magnetic Floorstanding Loudspeakers\"\u003eMagnepan 3.7x Planar Magnetic Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e (choose your color and trim combination)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-i35-modular-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Primare I35 Modular Integrated Amplifier\"\u003ePrimare I35 Prisma Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e with DAC and streaming modules installed (Titanium or Black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-6-speaker-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-6 AIR Speaker Cables\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-6 AIR Speaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e (2.5m pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Magnepan 3.7x: A Speaker That Disappears\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\" title=\"Magnepan 3.7x Planar Magnetic Floorstanding Loudspeakers\"\u003e3.7x\u003c\/a\u003e is Magnepan's sweet spot in the lineup. It uses a true ribbon tweeter alongside quasi-ribbon midrange and bass panels to produce a soundstage that box speakers simply cannot replicate. Instruments hang in space with natural size and separation. Vocals sit right in the room with you. These are the kind of speakers that make you forget about gear and just listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue ribbon tweeter for fast, extended highs with zero fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-size panel delivers a floor-to-ceiling soundstage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a wide range of color and trim combinations to match your room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAmplification: Primare I35 Prisma\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-i35-modular-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Primare I35 Modular Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eI35 Prisma\u003c\/a\u003e is the amplifier Mike reaches for when customers want a single-box solution that does not compromise. With the DM35 DAC module and SM35 streaming module installed, this is a complete digital front end and amplifier in one chassis. Stream from Roon, Tidal, Spotify Connect, or AirPlay without adding a separate streamer or DAC. The I35 has the current delivery and control to drive the 3.7x panels properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoon Ready with built-in streaming (no separate source needed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable power delivery into low-impedance planar loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, refined Class D amplification with Primare's UFPD 2 technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular design means the platform grows with you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: VIABLUE SC-6 AIR\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-6-speaker-cable\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-6 AIR Speaker Cables\"\u003eSC-6 AIR\u003c\/a\u003e is VIABLUE's flagship speaker cable. At this level, the cable needs to get out of the way and let the amplifier and speakers do their job. The SC-6 AIR does exactly that with low capacitance, heavy-gauge conductors, and air-insulation geometry that preserves signal integrity over the run. As part of this bundle, the SC-6 cables are included at a reduced price, saving you $748.95.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Turntable Setup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe I35 does not have a built-in phono stage, so vinyl playback requires both a turntable and an external phono preamp. Mike recommends the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-planar-8-turntable\" title=\"Rega Planar 8 Turntable\"\u003eRega Planar 8\u003c\/a\u003e with the Nd9 cartridge and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-r35-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier\" title=\"Primare R35 MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier\"\u003ePrimare R35 phono preamp\u003c\/a\u003e. The R35 stays in the Primare family for a clean aesthetic and signal match, and it handles both MM and MC cartridges with precision. Add both to this system and the R35 is half price ($1,099.50 off), bringing the turntable combo to $5,299.50.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Dual REL T\/9x Subwoofers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnepan panels produce remarkable bass extension on their own, but a pair of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rel-t-9x-subwoofer\" title=\"REL T\/9x Subwoofer\"\u003eREL T\/9x subwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e adds foundation and weight without muddying the panel's speed. REL's high-level connection integrates seamlessly with planar speakers. Running two subs (one per channel) smooths out room modes and creates a more even bass response across the listening position. Add a pair to this system and save $249 per sub ($498 total).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Primare DD35 CD Transport\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your disc collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-dd35-cd-transport\" title=\"Primare DD35 CD Transport\"\u003ePrimare DD35\u003c\/a\u003e is a natural match. It connects digitally to the I35's built-in DAC module, keeping everything in the Primare ecosystem. Choose the same finish as your I35 (Titanium or Black) for a clean stack. Add the DD35 to this system and save $100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a lot of ways to spend $19,500 on audio. This system is not about throwing money at the most expensive components. It is about three products that genuinely complement each other: a speaker that creates a soundstage nothing else can touch, an amplifier with enough power and modern connectivity to drive it properly, and a cable that stays transparent at this level. Free shipping is included on this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42580477771872,"sku":"MIKE19500","price":19500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_19500.png?v=1771262719"},{"product_id":"mikes-9500-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $9,500 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-9500\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis $9,500 system brings together Perlisten floorstanding speakers, a Rogue Audio tube hybrid amplifier, and a dedicated Primare streamer\/DAC. The A3t towers put two carbon fiber woofers and a Teteron dome tweeter in a bass reflex cabinet, and Perlisten rates them to 26Hz in a typical room. The Sphinx Magnum provides 100 watts of hybrid power with a tube preamp section for natural warmth. The SC-15 Prisma MK2 handles all streaming and digital conversion as a dedicated source component. VIABLUE SC-4 speaker cables and an NF-S1 RCA interconnect tie it all together. The NF-S1 is included free, and the SC-4 comes at a bundle discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese components form the heart of the system and are included by default with bundle savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/perlisten-a3t-tower-each\" title=\"Perlisten A3t Tower Speaker; Each\"\u003ePerlisten A3t\u003c\/a\u003e floorstanding speakers (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rogue-audio-sphinx-v3-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Rogue Audio Sphinx v3 Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eRogue Audio Sphinx Magnum\u003c\/a\u003e hybrid integrated amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-sc15-prisma-mk2-network-player-and-dac\" title=\"Primare SC15 Prisma MK2 Network Player\/DAC\"\u003ePrimare SC-15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e network player\/DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-4-speaker-cables-with-t8-terminations-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-4 Speaker Cables; pair\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-4\u003c\/a\u003e speaker cables (2.5m pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s1-interconnect-cables\" title=\"VIABLUE NF-S1 Interconnect Cables; Pair\"\u003eVIABLUE NF-S1\u003c\/a\u003e RCA interconnect (1m pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Speakers: Perlisten A3t\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/perlisten-a3t-tower-each\" title=\"Perlisten A3t Tower Speaker; Each\"\u003ePerlisten A3t\u003c\/a\u003e is a two-way bass reflex tower: a 35mm composite Teteron dome tweeter in a waveguide Perlisten designed for it, over two 215mm carbon fiber woofers. Perlisten develops its cabinets, drivers and materials from the ground up, and the waveguide is there to control dispersion, so the tonal balance holds across a wide listening area instead of only in the center seat. Perlisten rates the A3t to 26Hz (-6dB) and 17Hz (-10dB) in a typical room, deep enough for the lowest notes in most music without a subwoofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Amplifier: Rogue Audio Sphinx Magnum\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rogue-audio-sphinx-v3-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Rogue Audio Sphinx v3 Integrated Amplifier\"\u003eRogue Audio Sphinx Magnum\u003c\/a\u003e is a hybrid integrated amplifier that pairs a tube preamp section with a solid-state power amplifier. The tube front end gives the midrange warmth and texture. The power section delivers 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms, inside the 50 to 300 watt range Perlisten recommends for the A3t, with a damping factor above 1,000 to keep the two woofers in each tower under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube preamp + solid-state power hybrid design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100W per channel into 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in MM phono stage for vinyl playback without an external phono preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and built in Brodheadsville, PA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eStreaming and DAC: Primare SC-15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-sc15-prisma-mk2-network-player-and-dac\" title=\"Primare SC15 Prisma MK2 Network Player\/DAC\"\u003ePrimare SC-15 Prisma MK2\u003c\/a\u003e is a dedicated network player and DAC that handles all digital source duties. The Prisma streaming platform supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, and Roon Ready. Its analog output feeds the Sphinx Magnum through the included NF-S1 interconnect, keeping the streaming and amplification stages fully independent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated streamer\/DAC: one job, done well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrisma platform with native app control for all major streaming services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts built-in DAC feeds the Sphinx Magnum an analog signal through the included VIABLUE NF-S1 RCA interconnect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparates architecture means you can upgrade the streamer or amp independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: Bundle Discount\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-sc-4-speaker-cables-with-t8-terminations-pair\" title=\"VIABLUE SC-4 Speaker Cables; pair\"\u003eVIABLUE SC-4\u003c\/a\u003e speaker cables and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s1-interconnect-cables\" title=\"VIABLUE NF-S1 Interconnect Cables; Pair\"\u003eVIABLUE NF-S1\u003c\/a\u003e RCA interconnect are both included with significant bundle savings. The SC-4 connects the Sphinx Magnum to the A3t towers. The NF-S1 carries the analog signal from the SC-15's built-in DAC to one of the Sphinx's line inputs. Both are hand-assembled in Germany and designed to stay neutral, letting the components do the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Rega Planar 3 RS Turntable\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sphinx Magnum has a built-in MM phono stage, so adding a turntable is as simple as plugging it in. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-planar-3-rs\" title=\"Rega Planar 3 RS\"\u003eRega Planar 3 RS\u003c\/a\u003e is Rega's reference-grade mid-range turntable, assembled by hand at Rega's own facilities in the South East of England. It comes factory-fitted with the Nd5 moving magnet cartridge, which pairs directly with the Sphinx's built-in phono stage. No external phono preamp needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-assembled in England with Rega's RB330 tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-fitted Nd5 MM cartridge, ready to play out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects directly to the Sphinx Magnum's MM phono input, no extra boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Primare DD15 CD Transport\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you still have a CD collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/primare-dd15-cd-transport\" title=\"Primare DD15 CD Transport\"\u003ePrimare DD15\u003c\/a\u003e is a clean match for this system. It feeds a digital signal to the SC-15's DAC section, keeping the signal path clean and the digital conversion in one place. The DD15's slot-loading mechanism and compact footprint fit neatly into any rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Dual REL T\/9x Subwoofers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A3t already reaches 26Hz in a typical room. A pair of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rel-t-9x-subwoofer\" title=\"REL T\/9x Subwoofer\"\u003eREL T\/9x subwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e adds weight and fills in the room with authority. Dual subs eliminate the localization problems of a single sub and provide even bass distribution across your listening space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds foundation and scale without muddying the A3t's midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Level connection recommended for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBundle discount on the pair when added to this system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike built this system around the idea that separates done right outperform all-in-one solutions at this price point. The Perlisten A3t uses two carbon fiber woofers of Perlisten's own design and reaches 26Hz in a typical room. The Rogue Audio Sphinx Magnum brings American-built tube hybrid amplification with 100 watts per channel, inside the power range Perlisten recommends for the A3t. And the Primare SC-15 handles streaming and DAC duties as a purpose-built source component, not an afterthought bolted onto an amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component in this system was chosen because it does its job without compromise. The cables connect them cleanly at a fraction of retail. No rabbit holes. No complexity. Just sit down and listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42580477837408,"sku":"MIKE9500","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_9500_a3t.png?v=1791391579"},{"product_id":"mikes-1299-hifi-system","title":"Mike's $1,299 HiFi System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mikes-system-1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat sound doesn't have to cost a fortune. This $1,299 system is Mike's answer to the question he hears most often: \"Where do I start?\" It pairs Cambridge Audio's 100-watt AXR100 receiver with Rega's Kyte bookshelf speakers and quality cabling, all included. Plug it in, connect your phone over Bluetooth, and you're listening to real hi-fi inside of ten minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCore System Components\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cambridge-audio-axr100-fm-am-stereo-receiver\" title=\"Cambridge Audio AXR100 FM\/AM Stereo Receiver\"\u003eCambridge Audio AXR100 Stereo Receiver\u003c\/a\u003e (100W\/ch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-kyte-bookshelf-speakers-pair\" title=\"Rega Kyte Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)\"\u003eRega Kyte Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nHouse brand speaker cable \u0026amp; RCA interconnect (included free)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cambridge-audio\"\u003eCambridge Audio\u003c\/a\u003e has been building affordable, serious hi-fi gear in London since 1968. The AX series sits at the entry point of their lineup, but \"entry\" in Cambridge Audio terms still means a proper 100-watt amplifier, a real DAC and a phono stage. The speakers come from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rega\"\u003eRega\u003c\/a\u003e, which designs and builds the Kyte in England, makes its own tweeter and bass-mid driver, and even winds its crossover components in house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Receiver: Cambridge Audio AXR100\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AXR100 is a full-featured stereo receiver with 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms. It handles everything you need in one box: amplification, a built-in DAC (optical and coaxial inputs for your TV or streamer), FM\/AM radio, Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless playback from your phone, and a moving magnet phono stage for vinyl. Two sets of speaker terminals let you run speakers in two rooms or bi-wire a single pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100W per channel\u003c\/strong\u003e into 8 ohms with less than 0.01% distortion at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Bluetooth 5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e for instant wireless playback from any phone or tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMM phono stage + DAC + FM tuner\u003c\/strong\u003e built in, so you don't need separate boxes to play vinyl, connect your TV, or listen to radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Speakers: Rega Kyte\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-kyte-bookshelf-speakers-pair\" title=\"Rega Kyte Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)\"\u003eRega Kyte\u003c\/a\u003e is a compact two-way bookshelf speaker, and the cabinet is where it parts ways with the usual wood veneer box. Rega injection-molds it from stiff thermoset phenolic resin, then braces it inside with ceramic plates and cross bracing, which Rega says keeps unwanted resonances from interfering with the drive units. Inside are Rega's handmade MX-125 bass-mid driver, with a four-layer voice coil, and Rega's own ZRR tweeter. The port is on the back. Rega supplies a foot for shelf placement, and the Kyte Stand Adaptor (sold separately) fits standard speaker stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenolic resin cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e braced inside with ceramic plates and cross bracing to keep the box from coloring the sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade MX-125 bass-mid driver + ZRR tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, both designed by Rega\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e and 6-ohm nominal impedance in a rear-ported bass reflex cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCabling: Included Free\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality cabling is included at no extra charge. This system ships with an 8-foot pair of house brand speaker cables and a 1-meter pair of house brand RCA interconnects. No trips to the electronics store, no guessing about what you need. It's all included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Add Network Streaming\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AXR100 has Bluetooth built in, which is great for casual listening from your phone. But if you want access to Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Roon, add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cambridge-audio-mxn10-compact-network-player\" title=\"Cambridge Audio MXN10 Compact Network Player\"\u003eCambridge Audio MXN10 Network Player\u003c\/a\u003e. It connects to the AXR100 via optical or coaxial digital input, and at half the width of a standard component, it tucks neatly on a shelf or beside the receiver. Same brand, same design language, same engineering team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOptional: Add a Turntable\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AXR100 has a built-in moving magnet phono stage, which means you can connect a turntable directly without buying a separate phono preamp. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-planar-1-turntable\" title=\"Rega Planar 1 Turntable\"\u003eRega Planar 1\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural match: hand-built in England, pre-fitted with a Carbon MM cartridge, and ready to play records out of the box. Just plug and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This System Exists\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike built this system for people who want to hear what real hi-fi sounds like without overthinking it. No research rabbit holes, no compatibility questions, no separate preamps and power amps. One receiver, two speakers, cables included, $1,299. If you want to grow later, the add-ons are there. But right out of the box, this is real hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42580477935712,"sku":"MIKE1299","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/hero_1299_kyte.jpg?v=1791391588"},{"product_id":"michell-orbe-clamp-installation-service","title":"Michell Orbe Clamp Installation Service","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAdding the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/products\/michell-orbe-clamp-kit\" title=\"Michell Orbe Clamp Kit\"\u003eOrbe Clamp Kit\u003c\/a\u003e to your deck means swapping the factory spindle on the main bearing for a threaded one that the Orbe clamp screws down onto. If you are mechanically inclined and have a vice with soft-jaws, this is an easy swap... but if you would rather not take the bearing apart yourself, send it in and we will do it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou do not ship the turntable. Only the brass portion of the main bearing needs to come to us, and it is a solid piece of metal, so ordinary packing is fine. We do the swap and send the bearing back ready to drop onto your deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRather hand it over in person? Bring your turntable to our Chestertown shop and we will do the swap there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eRemoval of the factory unthreaded spindle from your main bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eInstallation of the threaded Orbe spindle that the Orbe clamp screws into\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eReturn shipping back to you, covered by us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore You Ship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSend the brass portion of the main bearing only. There is a small chrome ball bearing seated inside it. \u003cb\u003eKeep the chrome ball. Do not ship it to us.\u003c\/b\u003e It is easy to miss when the bearing comes apart and you will need it when the bearing goes back into your deck. If you are not sure how to separate the bearing, contact us first and we will walk you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis service requires purchasing the Orbe Clamp Kit from us.\u003c\/b\u003e The listing covers installation only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo product will be shipped to you as part of this listing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchase we will reach out to set a drop-off time, or with the address to send your bearing to. A mailed-in bearing comes back to you at our cost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michell Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43150123139168,"sku":"MAORBCLINSERVICE","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/MichellOrbeClampKit-FullKit_bb6dfc5e-7236-4e44-a970-f1ed5ca4a07e.jpg?v=1789413076"},{"product_id":"tube-amplifier-bias-adjustment","title":"Tube Amplifier Bias Adjustment","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOutput tubes drift as they age. The bias current wanders off the manufacturer's specification, and the amp starts to sound soft or hazy, or runs hot enough to eat through tubes faster than it should. Setting it back to spec is a meter-and-screwdriver job on the bench, and it is worth doing before you start replacing tubes that were never the problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is an in-store service at our Chestertown shop. Bring the amp to us and Mike will set the bias on each output tube. Buy it here and we will contact you to arrange a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree When You Bought Your Tube Amp From Us\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you bought your tube amp from The Listening Room and it has adjustable bias, your first bias adjustment is free. You do not need to order it here. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Mike\u003c\/a\u003e after your purchase and he will set a time for you to bring it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWarm-up to operating temperature before anything is measured, so the reading is the one the amp runs at\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBias measured on every output tube, with no music playing and the volume down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eEach tube adjusted to the specification for your amp and the tubes in it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA check that your tubes are seated in the positions they are labeled for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen Your Amp Needs It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMike's guidance, from his own bias walkthrough: check it about every six months, any time you hear a channel imbalance, and always after you replace a tube. Every tube has slightly different efficiency, so a new tube needs its bias set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore You Come In\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBring the amp itself. You do not need to pull the tubes or bring anything else. If you have recently swapped in a new set of output tubes, say so when we schedule. If you are not sure whether your amp has adjustable bias at all, call or text Mike at 410-239-2020 before you order and he will tell you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo product will be shipped to you as part of this listing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This covers the bias adjustment only. After purchase we will reach out to set a time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43151465283680,"sku":"LRSVCTUBEBIAS","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tube-amplifier-bias-adjustment-meter.jpg?v=1791391617"},{"product_id":"two-channel-system-calibration","title":"Two-Channel System Calibration","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMost calibration services are built for home theater: an automated correction pass, and done. Two-channel gets left alone, which is strange, because a pair of speakers in a real room is exactly the setup where placement and phase decide whether it works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is not an automated room-correction pass. Mike measures your system in your room with REW and a measurement microphone, then sets it by ear against what the measurements show. Your speakers and your subwoofers are treated as one system rather than separate boxes. \u003cb\u003eIf you run a pure two-channel system with no subwoofer, you get the same full workup.\u003c\/b\u003e The measurements catch what ears miss, and ears catch what a graph cannot tell you. That second half is the part no software does for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eREW measurement of the full system from your listening position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSpeaker placement and toe-in worked out against the measurements, not a rule of thumb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you run subwoofers, their level, crossover and phase integrated with the main speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFinal setup by ear, with the music you listen to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eMike's read on what the measurements mean for your room, including what is worth changing and what is not worth the money\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003ePricing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePriced by one-way driving distance from our shop in Chestertown, Maryland. The price covers the drive and Mike's time in your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tlr-svc{margin:16px 0 8px;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-row{border:1px solid #eee;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:8px 0;display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) auto;align-items:center;gap:10px 24px;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-best{background:#f7f1ec;border:1px solid #ecdcca;border-left:3px solid #a3704d;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-name{font-weight:700;color:#2a2b2a;font-size:16px;line-height:1.35;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-min{color:#555;font-size:14px;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-prices{display:grid;grid-template-columns:96px;gap:16px;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-lbl{display:block;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#9a8e74;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;margin-bottom:2px;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-reg{color:#555;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-ours{color:#a3704d;font-size:18px;font-weight:800;}\n.tlr-svc .sp-tag{display:inline-block;background:#a3704d;color:#fff;border-radius:4px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:700;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.03em;padding:.25em .65em;line-height:1.4;white-space:nowrap;margin-left:7px;vertical-align:2px;}\n@media (max-width:600px){.tlr-svc .sp-row{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.tlr-svc .sp-prices{grid-template-columns:1fr;border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:10px;}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tlr-svc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-name\"\u003eUp to 100 miles one way\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-min\"\u003eBaltimore, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Annapolis\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-lbl\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sp-ours\"\u003e$400\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-name\"\u003eUp to 200 miles one way\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-min\"\u003eNew York City, Richmond, Harrisburg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-lbl\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sp-ours\"\u003e$800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-name\"\u003eUp to 400 miles one way\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-min\"\u003eBoston, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Norfolk\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-lbl\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sp-ours\"\u003e$1,600\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFarther than 400 miles, or an unusually large system? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eContact Mike first.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm your distance, your system and a date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrder online.\u003c\/b\u003e Choose your distance above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAgree to our terms.\u003c\/b\u003e Ordering means you accept our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/terms-of-service#system-calibration-service\"\u003eterms of service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMike comes to you\u003c\/b\u003e on the date you agreed, measures and sets up your system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo product will be shipped to you as part of this listing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Listening Room","offers":[{"title":"Up to 100 miles one way","offer_id":43151585837152,"sku":"LRSVC2CHCAL100MI","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 200 miles one way","offer_id":43151632466016,"sku":"LRSVC2CHCAL200MI","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 400 miles one way","offer_id":43151632498784,"sku":"LRSVC2CHCAL400MI","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/two-channel-system-calibration-room.jpg?v=1791387982"},{"product_id":"cartridge-mounting-and-alignment","title":"Cartridge Mounting and Alignment","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA cartridge that is not aligned is not playing the record. Overhang, tracking force and azimuth all have to be right before the stylus sits in the groove the way it was cut, and the difference between close enough and correct is audible on the first side you play. It is also the step people most often put off, and the easiest one to get wrong on a new cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThat is where Mike comes in. As the owner of The Listening Room, he has mounted thousands of cartridges, so a new \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/phono-cartridges\"\u003ecartridge\u003c\/a\u003e from us goes on right the first time and you hear what you paid for from the first record. He will come to you and set it up on your turntable, or you can bring the deck to our Chestertown shop and he will do it on the bench. Travel covers homes within 200 miles of Chestertown, Maryland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003ePricing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTravel is priced by one-way distance from our shop, and each distance needs a cartridge worth at least the amount shown. 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Farther than 200 miles, or something unusual? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuying a turntable from us?\u003c\/b\u003e Mounting and alignment is included on most turntables within driving distance, depending on the price of the full order and Mike's routes. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eContact Mike first.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm your distance, your cartridge and a date. We apply reason to this, and there are some requests we cannot fulfill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrder online.\u003c\/b\u003e Choose your option above. If you are buying the cartridge from us, add it to the same order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe discount applies itself.\u003c\/b\u003e With a qualifying Listening Room cartridge in the cart, the service price drops at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAgree to our terms.\u003c\/b\u003e Ordering means you accept our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/terms-of-service#cartridge-alignment-service\"\u003eterms of service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMike sets it up.\u003c\/b\u003e In our shop, or at your home on the date you agreed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCartridge mounted to the headshell or arm, wired and secured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAlignment set with a proper protractor rather than the printed card in the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTracking force set on a scale to the manufacturer's figure for your cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAnti-skate and azimuth checked, and a test play to finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore Your Appointment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBought the cartridge from us?\u003c\/b\u003e Once you have confirmed the date with Mike, he brings the cartridge with him and mounts it at your appointment. For in-store service, bring the turntable and we will have the cartridge ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCartridge exchange or trade-in?\u003c\/b\u003e Mike sets the date once your cartridge is ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCartridge from somewhere else?\u003c\/b\u003e Please leave it in its package until the appointment. 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