bdgregory

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whats your idea of loud music.
Loud to me is realistic concert level sound volume. This is not the level I listen to all of the time, but when you really want to enjoy a particular piece of music, this is the test.For some music I listen to (prog rock, fusion, folk-rock, . .) t... 
Misleading ad titles and prices
I don't usually bother with those ads once I spot them. 
Help cleaning LPs, residue left behind
I had a similar problem using Phoenix Solution (with enzymes)bought from Sleeve City. I have since used the NG F2 exclusively and it works great, with no issues of residue, even when I over do it on the fluid. I'm using the NG RCM and vacumm thoro... 
Speltz Anti-cable needs break-in period?
hmmm, Drubin is perceptive. This apostrophe fetish must be catching on, ya think? 
Speaker Daze Budget of 1500-2000
my room is pretty close to that size and my Sttafs are perfect. I have them about 4 1/2ft into the room from the wall, and my listening position is about 4ft in from the back wall. After trying many configs, this was ideal. I added a subwoofer (Re... 
Best amp for GMA Europas?
I recall a thread not long ago discussing what amps people are driving their Europas with. You may want to try a search. 
Home cinema newbie questions...preamp advice
I'm not sure if you'll really get much out of 3 channels vs Stereo. I find the center channel isn't always helpful, or even noticeable. This is especially true if your speakers image well. I do like having the rear channels however, and for that y... 
How to repair a broken dust cover?
thanks Dave! 
Buying Used-Ever wonder???
I suppose I have; however this wasn't my experience with my Storm III. You may want to spend some time to ensure it's properly integrated. 
Signet TK7SU - new stylus?
while looking for another TT part I came across a source for the Sgnet Shibata stylus (LPGEAR.com) for $80. So the difference will be only $43, which I assume is worth it. I guess I'd still like learned opinions on my other questions . . . thanks! 
Oddball question, hooking up REL Storm III Subwoof
I've made my own Neutric cables, the connectors are available at Parts Express cheap, and hi-level input is definitely the way to go . . .Unless you have an old preamp sitting around that can be connected in parallel with your integrated I think y... 
Ever use "switched" outlets on preamp?
I ran my old Phase Linear 400 power amp using the switched outlet of my Rotel RC1070 for 3 years. Before that I used the switched outlet from a Marantz 3200 pre for 20 years. It worked great up until the time I upgraded and sold all that stuff off... 
Acoustic Progressive Rock
Matchstikman - from your comments I can't tell if Strawbs is your cup of tea, but if they do interest you and you're seriously looking for acoustic - check out Baroque & Roll. It was released last year, is totally acoustic, and has songs from ... 
"White noise hiss" through speakers.
I have experienced the same hiss to greater or lesser extent with various components. I think it's dependent on the component (usually the preamp in my experience) but I think it's also related to the environment (ie, how many noise sources you ha... 
Green Mountain Audio at RMAF
I can understand Tlday's response - I doubt Europas will impress anyone on first listen unless conditions are appropriate. I bought my Europa's used, having not listened to them previously. I did so based on all of the raves on this site and elsew...