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Most aesthetic classic turntable
I am so happy to see the Oracle love. I wish there was an owner's forum. 
whats the very best sounding cables for realistic money
WireWorld ICs 
Most aesthetic classic turntable
@imhififan , Beautiful and horrifying all at once! 
Is there any advantage to lower efficiency speakers? 87 or below?
From Wikipedia:"The acoustic-suspension woofer uses the elastic cushion of air within a sealed enclosure to provide the restoring force for the woofer diaphragm. The cushion of air acts like a spring or rubber band. Because the air in the cabinet ... 
Most aesthetic classic turntable
Only 3 responses and already such diversity! 
Most achingly-beautiful music
Someone earlier had mentioned Alison Krauss' cover of Richard Thompson's Dimming of the Day. I love that version; but I think Bonnie Raitt's version suits me a tad better.https://secondhandsongs.com/performance/8885/versions 
Most Beautiful Receiver / Integrated - Ever was... ?
Eric and other interested parties, I don’t think it really uses Hypex modules. If I understand Primare uses (or claims to use) proprietary UFPD modules that the reviewer feels sound more similar to Hypex than ICE.They have now developed an UFPD 2 ... 
Most Beautiful Receiver / Integrated - Ever was... ?
We/you should start one of these for turntables. I would; but I am not well known and get very few replies to threads I start. 
Most Beautiful Receiver / Integrated - Ever was... ?
Eric, RE: the Primare, I think this review says it best and relates it to some peers. I picked it over the Belles Aria, though it was almost a tie, and a Creek Classic 5350SE.http://www.primare.net/assets/_managed/products/files/I32HiFiNews611UK.pdf 
The few, the proud, the Alexandria lovers.
Oracle. That's just so searchers can find the thread....someday.After I've forgotten I started it. 
RMS Power?
In Radiography (x-ray), the characteristics of the beam are controlled by varying the kVp across the x-ray tube and the mA in the filament.The actual dosage to the patient is really dependant on the mA and kV rms, as is the amount of contrast in t... 
Fastest way to correct hifi system?
1) Invest in a good set of headphones. They will help you isolate the effects of components from speaker cables and listening space.2) Take your time and savor the journey as much as you can. By the end, you will have a much better idea of what yo... 
Most Beautiful Receiver / Integrated - Ever was... ?
Can't compete with Spartan Nocturne, but perhaps an honorable mention: http://www.primare.net/assets/_managed/products/files/Primare_I32_front_angleRGB.jpgAlso, +1 for Nakamichi. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&sour... 
For a quick good time, blankets...
I have an upright piano 4' from my left speaker and nothing to the side of the right speaker for 20'. I cover the piano with an old tablecloth when I'm alone. It helps. 
Help me to choose turntable below 1600$.
Of course, if it were me, I'd be looking for a used Oracle.