brianw

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Why aren't these on the "recommended list?"
Great job Kelly!!! Many REAL companies aren't "political" enough for a mention in a magazine, yet are worlds better than most Class A components. For example; Jadis, Avalon, Tube Research, Majico, FIM Cables, etc. Most audiophiles that are really ... 
Is there any fun in tuner?
Unfortunately, Fat Parrot, I must agree with you. Sadly FM radio has changed drastically. There are the same 5 or 6 formats, rotating the same 15 to 20 songs, in most major markets that I've been to. The only exception are the small college and pu... 
High Quality Passive Preamp Recommendtion
Does anyone here have experience with the First Sound passive pre, built by Emmanuel Go? 
The best speaker you ever heard?
Magico brand speakers, built by Alon Wolf. 
brulee fails PC challenge
I've noticed the same situation with the FIM, especially after the copper skinning effect (break in ) is nearly complete. Let's face it, with many of the serious power cords, there is a whole lot of copper in each run. The FIM Gold is very thick a... 
The top ten reasons why.....
Maybe they should re-name the Wave radio to the Snicker Radio. When you consider that people are paying over $400.00 for a table top radio, Bose is laughing all the way to the bank! What do suppose the actual hard cost of manufacture is? 
Playing back 78s? Where do I start?
If you really get into it, you can purchase a Benz cartridge with the 78 RPM conical stylus! There are several Benz Gliders in service outfitted with the conical stylus for 78 RPM play. 
Vinyl stores at Seattle? thanks
I agree Pelv, there are a few record stores in my hometown, Spokane, that offer records in VG+ condition for as little as $2.00. (Just don't expect to find any good jazz).Regarding Seattle, check the yellow pages at your local library in the Seatt... 
Best Unknown Jazz Album
Possibly the most dynamic trumpet recording, "Sincerely Conte", Conte Candoli, Bethlehem 10 inchAnother, though better known, M&K Records "For Duke". This record is incredible. Definitely a must have. 
Listener magazine
Phone their subscription services at (800) 513-8407. 
Fired up the TT for the first time
I agree with Bluenose. Davids' life will never be the same; the frequent stops at used record stores, garage sales, flea markets, even buying vinyl on-line. Welcome to our world ... 
Best place to get vinyl records?
I'm primarily a jazz listener, especially the be-bop era. I found a variety of dealers in the back of Jazz Times magazine, 5 of which I still buy from. There are also your local independent record stores, which greatly need our help. And, as pikll... 
Cowboy Junkies Best Songs
I've always liked their version of "Blue Moon". 
For You: THE most imprortant element...
I know what you mean, Drubin. I'm not hugely into horns, but there are atributes to each; horns, dynamic electrostatic speakers which, so far, positive attributes can't be combined. We have been at audio longer than we have space travel, yet we ar... 
For You: THE most imprortant element...
This is a real thought provoking thread; one that really makes you think about sound reproduction. We really do have a long way to go with sound reproduction, I mean really, we don't have 3D speakers which let you really hear the entire event, or ...