buconero117

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Or is it the wine?
Wine, Jack Daniels, Johnny Walker, it creates 'moments'. Don't fight it. 
Super Cheap Placeholder Cartridge
I second the Shure M97xE. Hey, you never know, you may just decide to fatten your retirement account and skip high priced goods. 
I need a reputable repair technician
Dump it. Sell for parts. Buy new, with a five year warranty. Less pain, lower cost, more enjoyment. 
1 large subwoofer or 2 smaller ones...?
As they say in all things audio, it depends. I have two. The only real way to find out is buy two identical units at the same time with full return privilege, that means no restocking fees. Try to get a 60 day return privilege as you will find it ... 
Opinions Wanted on changing Turntable
Your lucky day, I think I've just saved you $3K. How? By daring you to try the 'U-Turn Audio' table. This direct sale unit will bring you better sound, and a very low price. Since its returnable for a full refund, there is little to lose, except y... 
Sony's XA777ES CD: competitive sound or obsolete?
I have a 777 and it has worked well, still providing great sound. I have needed no repairs, but when it does I will sell it off for parts and buy a current Oppo machine. I also have Sony 595's which I use in another system. I purchased a few from ... 
How loud is loud?
Check with the local police department since they are governed by each town ordinance which spells out in db's what is loud and when it is loud. Then get a sound meter and have someone go outside when you are listening at levels you think are okay... 
How does one get off the merry-go-round?
Death, its that simple. If you are into audio you are doomed, best to hope for is a place in haven in their hi end sector. 
Keep or sell Yamaha PX-2 turntable?
Sell, sell, and do so quickly. Its value is declining each day. Technology moves ahead, leave your buggy whip behind. 
Is high-end audio dying, if not dead already???
Of course not. Think about it, is Porsche, Farari and Aston Martin dead and going out of business? They are not, and will continue to thrive. High end, luxury goods will always have a market for it is and always has been about 'status'. Humans are... 
Isolation disc for speaker spikes on wood floors.
Hockey pucks work well and are very inexpensive. Why pay more? 
Best Option To Liquidate CD Collection
Wait to you die, that way your estate will inherit the problem, or will them to one of your grandchildren. 
Room treatments behind or between speakers?
Nothing between the speakers? I don't think so. It should not be your components, including a TV. Some years ago I added a free standing Furtech Room Diffuser to fill the void. Does wonders. Plenty of stuff on the net about that product. Behind th... 
Your favourite recording label?
Mercury, Living Presence. No label ever did it better. 
Turntable Buying Advice
Ditch the Thornes. Refurbishing or upgrading TT's is not cost effective for the sound it provides. Check out 'U-Turn Audio' for a fresh spin on the classic turntables. They do direct sales on the net. I've heard their product and was amazed. Great...