Sir Hyperaudio,
If Stavols don't use precision resistors like the new Yadens, then would you know what it uses instead? I'm a bit confused though, are you trying to say now that the Yadens can match and even exceed the Stavols (in terms of cleaner output for stereo music) assuming same wattage ratings are used? Basically, what makes you say that, "Stavol is still the best but the most expensive"?
Is it because of:
1) your own subjective experience (which I highly respect by the way)?
2) the Stavols being "technologically superior" in terms of parts used, design, engineering, implementation, and overall quality?
3) other audiophiles that have extreme high-end equipment's subjective experiences?
P.S.
Regarding the Stavols being priced higher due to the fact that it is "made in Japan", I'm a believer of the addage, "You get what you pay for" and I'm wondering if this is true in this case.
Thank you for your time in replying to my queries.
Cheers,
Biggs