bgross
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| I'm a little perplexed/surprised by TMR and who sells to them..... TMR does a nice job and I've had fine experiences with them but they aren't the only game in town. If you live on the East Coast there are other options. Holt Hill Audio just North of Boston is a super reputable business and their shop (old mill) ... | |
| What is your vinyl commitment? I'm all in on vinyl and have been since my 1st system in 1981. Current setup is made up of a mix of new and preowned components. Luxman 441 deck with Micro Seiki 505mkII w/S pipe & have several headshells. Carts by Nagoka, Audio Technica, Shur... | |
| Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ? I'm a big fan of Valencia's and own a set of heavily modified ones. They do about everything right but know going in, they need added bracing, better sound insulation, upgraded internal wiring and obviously upgraded contemporary aesthetics. They c... | |
| Suggestions for a holographic preamp? Aesthetix Calypso Signature $7K - reload with sexy exotic small signal tubes, end search & enjoy over many endless listening sessions with multiple Negronis. Just my opinion... | |
| The cool factor- who has it? Contemporary cool - Leon Bridges, Son Little, Jaten Collin Dimsdale (Teddy Swims) Black Pumas, The Roots and Quest Love, Joss Stone, lots of truly cool people out there today making music. | |
| The cool factor- who has it? Not sure who you're directing that to... my opinion, CB has legendary swag and I love CB Sings because of exactly what it is; a bold attempt to let his voice be heard. It's a great LP for so many reasons. I'm on board, Chet Baker = cool! | |
| The cool factor- who has it? @foggyus91 yeah, not really a debate on vocal chops... if that were the case Joe Strummer & Mick Jones would be in right the mix of your "Tiny Tim" analogy lol. Point is, I think we both find Chet Baker super cool, in spite of his limited voca... | |
| The cool factor- who has it? @foggyus91 Disagree - Chet Baker Sings is my favorite CB LP. It's because he really doesn't have the vocal chops that makes it "cool" - it's also a VERY well recorded album. Heroin has you believe'n you can do anything vibe. Just my opinion | |
| The cool factor- who has it? Paul Weller, Joe Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Sly Stone, Amy Winehouse, Steve Marriott, John Waite, Free, Chris Robinson, Jason Isbell, Elvis Costello (in a nerdy kinda way) Dolores O'Rierdon, Kay Hanley, Sting... just tossing some out t... | |
| Modern EL34s VS NOS Winged C - and return policies? Depends on the amp/speaker combo but I loved Siemans East Germany EL34s in an Audion Sterling Integrated; what a great little amp. Bite the bullet & go NOS, they're worth it in many ways | |
| Your first concert was to see who and when? Aerosmith at the old Boston Garden in 1977... was a Junior in HS | |
| Attention Horn Owners I wouldn't run SVS w/Audio Note - not a good fit. I suggest no sub and trying an amp with more jam. I used an Audiomat Solfège Reference with mine and the low end was exceptional. You won't be able to integrate a sub the way you hope. Solfège is 4... | |
| Attention Horn Owners I had AN/e but could never get the placement right in my listening room; thought they were pretty great though. I now have a set of heavily moded Altec Valencia that I really wish I had come across earlier. Just an amazing speaker paired with mode... | |
| Tune of the Day The Cult - "She Sells Sanctuary" - off Love The Black Crows - "Remedy" - off The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion Jet - "Cold Hearted Bitch" - off Get Born For a post 4th Banger Sunday! | |
| Tune of the Day Oasis "D' You Know What I Mean" off Be Here Now - turnt way up! |