boxcarman

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Flat frequency response
I concur, speakers that are designed to be flat responsively are boring.  Give me one that brings life to the party [without being obnoxious].  
What's a Good Way to Buy Music Collections?
Picture someone who just bought a new car and found out they do not put CD players in them anymore [true dat].  But you can stick a thumb drive into the USB socket and play that.    
Rant: PSA to builders, housewives, and general complaint
And most newer homes have gas fireplaces, not woodburners.  I am all for a separate listening room.  Most of our guests do not appreciate HI-FI anyway.    
How serious are you?
I killed off most of my serious brain cells in the 70's.  But if I lived close to any high-end stereo shops I might be thinking.......  
playing "top-damaged" CDs ?
Some CD players are fussier than others.  I cannot tell you why.  Doesn't seem to have anything to do with price or supposed quality, or cleanliness.  Mystery.  
How Much Do Aesthetics Factor Into Your Decisions?
I recently replaced my beautiful looking amp with a plain Jane looking one that performs much better, especially at higher volumes.  Would I go back to the pretty one?  Heck,no.  Most of us want to close the eyes and just listen anyway.  
Who has the Sickness, the Phile or the Non-phile?
I have found that the great majority of people from any walk of life are not appreciative of HI-FI sound or equipment.  They invariably will say things like "that's nice", or "sounds good".  I do not take is personally, the hobby is not that popul... 
Moving Up from a Jolida JD9
Once you star streaming, your TT will not get nearly the usage as before.  Trust me on this.  I always loved spinning vinyl, but it will definately play second chair after this.  
If you want lame advice DON'T do this!
I would never put my TV and surround system in a dedicated listening room, regardless of what somone else does.  You are compremising one or the other.  
Thoughts On Turntable Clamps And Weights
Using a clamp seems to stifle a lively sounding recording.  I know not everyone will be in my corner on this, but I prefer the livelier unclamped sound. I don't use mine anymore.  
A Story about a Defective Signature Platinum
@oddiofyl.  I hear ya.  Bad customer service is unforgiveable.  
Randy Meisner has passed away.
All 'a my heroes  
Am I broken? Am I stuck? Do I have to return my audiophile card now?
About 99% of us do not have as good of a system as you.  Most of us are still happy with what we have.  Unless the $$$ is burning a hole in your pocket,  I would suggest staying away from your HI-FI for a few days or a week.  Then go ahead and see... 
Will China become the poor man’s dealer for high end audio?
Whenever anyone develops a great new technology or product, the Chinese will figure out how to do it cheaper.  
Quality power question #2
Thanks, guys, for the suggestions.  I will be shopping around.