Rank Stereophile, & why no Von Schweikert reviews

both magazines have become parodies. the real meat is only in the letters to the editor. the rest is as predictible as tv guide.

the 'accomodations' between the writers and the manufacturers/distributers must end or -by definition- it renders ALL the reviews inaccurate at best...and bs at worst.

VS and lots of others are doing just fine without a plug from stereophile. anyone who has read the last two issues has to realize that the magazine doesnt have the 'juice' to be critical of anything. times are tuff in the publishing world and the world of hi-end. the very fact that its still on the shelves anywhere is more a testimate to the loyalty of its readers (me included), than the usefulness of its editorial. all products are great....nothing is overpriced....maybe its time for a class AA and AAA. a year end list of-who received accomodation from whom-would also be useful.