barkeyzee1

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Ok guys
By no means do I have a "fancy" turntable, its a Pioneer PL-550.But.... I've tried listening with the cover down, cover raised, and cover completely off.The best sound achieved for me was with the cover completely off. My turntable is about 10 Fee... 
In-ceiling: Am I wasting my money?
 I'm surprised he hasn't yet. He'd probably suggest removing the roof above the ceiling to create the prefect infinite baffle. RCprince, I got a big laugh at this, good stuff! 
Best songs to test speakers
Some of my favorites that sound good on MY system: I've discovered these to be some of my favorites that REALLY sound good on my particular system. I'll use these / play these when I'm introducing my hobby / system to someone for the first time.Di... 
Interesting study
I wonder if any of the researchers have driven any of those vehicles to gain a better understanding of what the allure / appeal is??I'm 45, have owned many american made vehicles, and purchased a used BMW about 3 years ago. I was hooked after just... 
So What Is Real?
I was a non-believer that cables make a difference until I witnessed it on my own system. I had bought a new interconnect cable thinking it would be an upgrade over what I already had, I was shocked at the difference in sounds / loss of brightness... 
Opinions what are the best floor standing speakers in these ranges $$??
My 2 cents? I would keep an eye on your local craigslist "for sale" section and buy a good pair of used vintage speakers, you'll get more speaker for your money.Before I bought my Zu Omens last year I walked into a Best Buy Magnolia room to see wh... 
Moving cables around killed dynamics for days anyone else experience this?
I recently purchased a new RCA interconnect cable from a buyer on E-Bay to go between my pre-amp and my amp. Reason for this is that I have identified that particular cable as a potential "weak link" in my system, and want to see how big of differ... 
REVIEW: Pearl Jam, Live At Easy Street
Stereo5: Sorry to hear about your disappointment of the Live at Easy Street Pressing! Nothing sucks more than buying a new album and it ends up sounding like crap...Big Pearl Jam fan here, AND I’m also in Rhode Island! I’ve seen them live 15 or so... 
I have to downsize big time, any ideas on integrated amps and smaller 3 way speakers
Sean, no recommendations on gear, but just wanted to wish you the best of luck with your diagnosis and future care, hope everything works out for you.Best Regards, Rene 
Recommendations for high quality Streaming Audio:
Thanks for the feedback Larry, as well as the feedback provided by all the others.Going to pull the trigger on a purchase on Black Friday, might be able to save myself a little $$.Across the board, seems like Bluesound Node 2i is the way to go. 
Recommendations for high quality Streaming Audio:
Thanks big_greg. What do you use for streaming services? 
Recommendations for high quality Streaming Audio:
Do you have this unit or experienced it in person? How is the sound quality? I would be happy with CD quality sound. 
Recommendations for high quality Streaming Audio:
Thyname, Thanks for the feedback, I watched a youtube review of the Bluesound Node 2i, impressive component.I have an older NAD pre-amp. No internal DAC / no digital inputs. 
Whats playing on your system today?
Last night I had some time to myself, wife was out doing some stuff, so I poured myself a glass of Heritage Brown Sugar Bourbon, and listened to some music...Started off listening to Hootie & The Blowfish "Cracked Rear View" Album, from 1994. ... 
Amps with meters ...
Mmmmmmm.... and equalizers with all those red LED's and a SPECTRUM ANALYZER..... I'm tempted to buy one and feed it with just an input signal so I can have the cool lights.... (dead serious)