As an audiophile with over 30 years of experience I found Jim's book quite refreshing. Not for the groundbreaking new information it provided, but confirmation of many of my own discoveries and experiences. My system really benefited from Jim's experience and advice concerning what to listen for on the 'Chieftans' recording. By following Jim's advice I've really dialed my system in. I would really recommend Jim's book to any budding audiophile as Jim has really provided guidance in purchasing the various tweaks and other audio 'Stuff". I prefer his approach to the books by Robert Hartley as Jim's book is more "hand's on instead of just describing/defining what various equipment is. This is not a knock against Mr. Hartley's books which I also own and have enjoyed reading. As a teacher, I've found that there are few books that I've read that haven't provided some new facet of knowledge to treasure.
Thanks Mr. Smith and Mr. Hartley for your efforts.
Sgr
Thanks Mr. Smith and Mr. Hartley for your efforts.
Sgr