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Bourbon and rock n roll
Evan Williams Green. I notice that it has a nice, lingering "gets you ____ed up" profile with hints of grain and alcohol. 
My system's high frequencies hurt my ears
I heard these speakers years ago, and yikes, they were very tipped up and splashy in my opinion. I'd look for smoother, more well-balanced speakers. 
Tannoy Turnberry SE Imaging and Breaking In
That was my experience also w/the Turnberry's I auditioned in store. Hooked up to Rogue M120s, they were "big" and incredibly dynamic. I heard them in a small space, and there was zero image. I think these big boxes need room to breathe to image t... 
Should Sound Quality of Computer Audio be improved
Pettyofficer, you are under arrest for using 14 exclamation points in a thread...I have no idea what you thread said, but I am sure that it was very exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
EL-34s New issue Mullards vs. Teslas
To me, the Teslas sound best in the Mini-Mites, but they are not reliable in my experience (1 sparked and imploded in a blaze of blue and orange glory, and I've had 2 arc)...never again. Also, the JJE34Ls are crap FYI/no QC. 
What is "low ball"
Lowballers on A-gon assume that the seller does not know the value of the item, which doesn't happen too often with this group. Lowballers are NOT trying to be savvy shoppers, rather shoppers trying to get away with an ignorant and/or financially ... 
Ungrounded power cord: Will I die?
Yes, you will very likely die. In 1987, my cousin burst into flames when he plugged in his ungrounded Technics TR19 tape deck. The manual clearly warned the user about this, but he was one of those "I don't need the manual" types. Don't become a s... 
Where to put my new power cable?
Err, you might get some answers you don't want on this one. 
Fed up with people making noise at classical shows
I feel your pain. At a recent performance of Brahms' 2nd, a guy behind me's phone rang. He 1] answered like a *&^%$ idiot and 2] proceeded to confirm a doctor's appointment for the next day. It took EVERY ounce of strength for me not to climb ... 
Bose Accumass EQ
Handyman, you have clearly lost your way with your Bose purchase. We are here to help...help you put them on the bay as quickly as you can. 
Tom Waits Bad?
I heard Waits live at the Fox Theater in Atlanta a few years ago and it was absolutely spellbinding...really. The energy he and his band created was unlike anything I've ever experienced...no hate here. 
What's the best pre-amp to use with the Acurus
I had an A80 paired briefly w/an Aud Illusion M3, and it produced a transparent soundstage that blew my mind...truly three dimensional and DEEEEP. However, it was a bit too bright in the upper end, which was the Acurus. You might try a CJ or Cary.... 
Hello, I may have a chance to go to
Interesting dilemma. I would call your local dealer and ask or do some on-line research. I am sure that it's a simple answer that anyone w/some basic engineering knowledge would know...and have fun in japan :) 
How to choose cables for my system
Extavoganza's "if you want more bass, try thicker cables and interconnects" is completely bogus. Get some used Audioquest (or Best Buy/Radio Shack) within your budget and you'll be completely happy. 
guitar solos where less is more
Check out David Gilmour Live at Royal Albert Hall (DVD) (2-disc)...very tasty w/o flash. I would also say Vince Gil takes a similar approach, though his songs are a wee bit different than Gilmour's.