buconero117

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SACD Recommendations
Look for the SACD of 'The Mission' sound track. There is a cd and dvd, but for great music by and performed by a great composer, there is no better example genius. The Blu-ray should be out soon and it should also be great. 
Best Integrated amp for my ProAc
Cayin 100 is the way to go, as I did. Great sound, great value. 
Using parametric EQ for non-RIAA mono EQ?
Your best bet is the Technics 9010 unit, often available for about $200 on eBay. I have a couple of these which I used to equalize R2R tapes that were recorded for radio station broadcasting. Buy one, try it and if it doesn't work for you it can b... 
Review: Audio Desk Systems Vinyl Cleaner Tweak
Until you have experienced a Keith Monks machine you have not entered the world of 'clean'. 
Charge for TT setup?
The dealer is making 40% on the table, offer him the $6K less 20%, including the setup. Fair is fair. 
Cleaning Multiple records at once recipe...
There are devices out there that will seal off the labels. I have one and it really works when I steam a record. Watch out, Harry will be angry, doesn't want Whirlpool cutting into his business high price machines. DIY can be very scary. 
Any Audio Show in NYC in 2014??
The audio show business model does not work for exhibitors unless you are JBL, Denon etc. Small firms can't justify New York. Rocky Mountain is still the best show. 
The State of Jazz
Miles is smiling. 
Which usual suspect TT in $1500 range.
Take a look at the 'U Turn' tables, great value, great sound? 
Thoughts on New Krell Amps
Over priced, better technology available with better sound. 
Home HD digital FM Tuner
I have the Sony. It is the way to go. Great sound, great value. Will last a lifetime, or at least until the next big thing. 
Record cleaning fluids
Ultrasonic is the way to go. I understand Harry is working on their first ultra unit. Harry sees the writing on the wall. 
Any good FM tuners around for less than $200?
Nothing beats the Sony HD Radio unit. I have one and it is a wonder. I believe it is out of production now but as always, eBay has plenty. Get one, quickly. Using it is the only way to tell if it will work in your area. If not, back to eBay, and m... 
Sony - What were you thinking?
Think stumbling along, no thinking required. Sony's entire audio business has been in the financial and design red for years, part of which explains their failed r&d efforts as evidenced in the new high res line. I've been a great fan of Sony,... 
Budget Front Ported Bookshelf Recommendations
Waste of money as the foam surrounds on any speaker will dry out quickly and it would be an expensive repair.