arichison

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Frail and Bedazzled
I still listen to my vinyl and enjoy it even more now with a restored Dual 1249 table and higher end Grado cartridge which I purchased separately this year. My solid state pre-amp has a mono switch and is pretty amazing when I play a mono record f... 
Experiences Selling Stuff On Audiogon?
I have used audiogon for years. Has not let me down. So far all the equipment is as described. I have received product in past with UPS damage (box so torn and damage it was beyond description) not the fault of the seller though. I always double b... 
Who are your three favorite female singers?
Karen Carpenter- amazing voicePet Clark- true pop voice, incredible for its timeOlivia - well I am just now in my fifties and love her looks and that voice 
Newbie to the awesome audiophile world
Start with speakers. If I could do it again.... efficient easy to drive always works best because you have flexibility to get an amp that does not break the bank. If you fall in love with a sound of speaker then get it, I did this and still have a... 
Just received my new Luxman CL-1000 pre-amp.
I made my first real hi end audio  purchase in the 80's for a Luxman piece. Sounded so smooth and natural, had the caps done and more fifteen years later and kept using it, loved that amp sound. 
Integrated amplifier sound
Bill , I also have a Cambridge 640A, older model (65 watts rms) so warm sounding. I use it on my bookshelf speakers. I am going to try and start with a sub. I like the idea. The Music Fidelity is so powerful with my speakers so it might keep me fr... 
Integrated amplifier sound
try out the Vandrsteen speakers for sure! I can tell you that I have heard these large speaker slam and provide detail with Pink Floyd with amazing musical detail. My gear to do this  is still an ARCAM CD player, dual turntable, Cambridge Audio DA... 
Integrated amplifier sound
Steve I appreciate the recommendation on B &K 4420. I will look into it. My Music Fidelity has gotten so much better now that I have burned it in and changed out the speaker cables and upgraded the power cable to it from the wall. I am loving ... 
Integrated amplifier sound
Thanks. I am researching Rogue, hear good things. I am hearing better sound now going on day two of burning in the Music Fidelity amplifier in my system. It makes a difference! I leave it on. Is growing on me. A bit warmer and much more musical ! ... 
Are integrated amps technically better than separates?
I remember owning a Luxman integrated back in the day. Sounded way ahead of the competition, and beautiful to look at! 
Are integrated amps technically better than separates?
I really love my Music Fidelity Dual Mono Integrated. I always wanted this type of British sound and level. Separates I have owned never came close to this smooth incredible power and sound. I could only afford it second hand but got it on Audiogo... 
New Speaker / System Suggestions
Cambridge Audio Azure is a smooth sounding and oh so sweet amp. I see you have mentioned the  851 Azur. Hope you get your system the way you want! Best of luck.  
My list of seller red flags
I find the highest quality used gear here on audiogon. It is why I enjoy buying and selling here so much. You get what you pay for seems so true. Some of time I lose money on good pieces but enjoy selling to someone who appreciates the purchase . ... 
Anyone else grateful that they got hooked on this crazy addiction
I love stereo system which I have put together since the early nineties. I still use my flagship tower ADS tower speakers. I love the full sound. Am currently using just a cambridge audio integrated for power but cannot wait to hook up my Music Fi... 
Anyone else grateful that they got hooked on this crazy addiction
I am very grateful also. Thank you for posting.