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moody blues vs rock hall of fame
a local rock station kind of fixated on two songs that were played ten times daily for like 20 years - all i know about the Moodys and was never tempted to buy an album.The RRHOF needs to let in KISS, like em or not, the most greatest band ever. 
Conrad Johnson PV-10A mod experiences?
I was just reseaching the PV-10A a few days ago, and it really was made in three different version, but CJ did not give it a new name or MK# etc.I was considering buying one, so it would be interesting to know what options there are. On the other ... 
Has anybody heard the new Audio Research LS 27?
Why would an LS27 be discounted so much at this time when most people haven't even seen one yet? Didn't someone like it? 
How many tube watts for Vandersteen 2's?
They call it the IT-85, but I think it specs more like 60W even in UL mode and the amp works in triode mode too, i think. :) ** the amp does have pre-outs for running another amp, so that may be usefull too. I have considered buying one, so I know... 
Is it good for a Krell to SIT for 3-5yrs
I'm not sure how NOS amps will do as an investment either? 
Do people buy MAC gear for the blue meters
i can think of another company that has big blue meters. 
Audio Research VS-115 vs Ref110
ref 110 xlr input only, so watch it.also, check to see if 20A circuit is require- at least the unit comes with a 20A power cord. 
Audio Research VS 115 bias Adjustments
Yikes! Looks like the new tubes come with a little price increase too. I wonder if this is why I see a few dealer floor samples for sale too? 
Audio Research VS 115 bias Adjustments
Where are you guys getting this info about new tubes in ARC amps? Their web site does not mention them anywhere and the amp specs still call for 6550c? Why would they make this sudden change after using the same tube for almost ever? What will thi... 
D'Agostino Interview
"I remember once we have discussed in DIY audio Pass forum, upgrading someones pass amp with active water cooling system sourced from pc market."Did it work? My understanding is class A amps are designed to operate at the high temps. they create. ... 
Is KEF no longer relevant?
Correct me if i am wrong, but KEF had some distribution problems in the U.S. and was basically out of the market for a while. Now they are back. Made in China too, it that maters. 
Best speaker in the US $ 30-45.000,00 range
Have you listened to SoundLabs? For that price you could get speakers and the correct amps too and have some cash left for a vacation trip around the world. :) 
Are my ears just fooling me?
The live sax you hear at the jazz club is probably way louder than you play on your system. Take a spl meter along next time to check it out. 
Song covers that are better than the originals
All Van Halen covers.... "Pretty Woman" (Roy Orbison), "You really got me" (Kinks), and Linda Ronstad's "Baby you're no good".I hope I got the original artists correct. 
Any Yamaha MX-600u owners out there?
Would Yamaha's top CD player be considered midfi?