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tube watts vs solid state watts
This is a public forum after all!Marco, I hate to red pen you, but did you intend to include the L in "public"? After all, if yours goes to 11... 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
We wish you all a wonderful holiday. Barb, thank you for the card & the photos. Can't wait for your visit. Kirsten, we're so fortunate that you have joined this conversation. And Pat, I'm wearing your t-shirt, buddy.Howard 
Need interconnects for new cd player
My standard response is Oritek x-2's.What others have you compared them with, please. And what is the rest of your system? 
Why so many amplifiers for sale?
Russellrcncom,I'm sorry, I cannot. But I will sing louder if that helps. 
Folk/Rock choices that are well recorded
A MUST HAVE:The new Sun Kil Moon album, "Tiny Cities". It's all folk-like covers of Modest Mouse songs, and the production is stellar. 
Does Blockbuster Edit Their Movies?
If you want to see 'ol Kate in her birthday suit, check out "Holy Smoke"I've been told by a Blockbuster employee that they have the movies edited for 'family values', but I have no official verification of that. Do you want the employee's name? :-) 
Why so many amplifiers for sale?
Dan_ed, so you must be the guy I see walking by with the PC on his shoulder, pressed up to your ear? A boombox for the new millenium, I presume?My father has taken great interest in this thread, and wanted me to share his latest innovation. It sti... 
What headphone amp to buy-Sennheiser HD 600?
Sorry for speaking out of turn here, as I heard Marco's Berning amp with his Sony headphones, not with the Sennheisers. Loved that combo, however! 
What integrated amp to mach with Jolida JD100 cdp
I had the JD100 with the 502B, and it was wonderful. However, you will first want to experiment with tubes, IC's and power cord changes on the CDP. They will make a world of difference on that component...guaranteed. 
Why do no audio enthusiasts use McIntosh?
Had a funny experience yesterday. Another Audiogon member with whom I speak regularly--and someone who has owned and heard some very fine audio gear--asked me if I had any familiarity with McIntosh. And the subsequent conversation went like this:M... 
What headphone amp to buy-Sennheiser HD 600?
You might want to try the BerningIt drove our Klipschorns with a beautiful, engaging sound, and when I listened on headphones, it was sensational. No, I don't work for Berning. I just want one! 
What happened to Dekay???
Angela posted just today.Have a great holiday, everyone.Howard 
Marantz SA-1 holding up well agains next gen.?
What a vindictive post, Lkdog. I'm speechless. I truly hope the holiday lifts your spirits, if I may say so. 
Why so many amplifiers for sale?
There's always a hitch, isn't there? 
Why so many amplifiers for sale?
I'm so ashamed, Marco. Yes, we have a deal. I'll even throw in Stan for good measure. His distortion specs aren't so favorable, but his bottom end is really tight. There I go, trading amps again.I'm singin' in the rain...just singin' in the rain...