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Is the appeal to euphonic distortion learned?
If you've ever looked through yellow tinted glasses, it's amazing how bright and pretty everything looks. And how artificial. I'm not interested in my music getting a boob job. JMO.  
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greg, good to see you chime in. 
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Jason Bourne, btw, biggest 'alternate reality' out there, lol. 
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No. You can have a big head, provided you have a) a smaller mouth, or b) a better filter. Or, I guess c) are okay with fewer friends.  Being a jackass isn't all bad, but it will only get you so far. I'm speaking from personal experience. Take care. 
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millercarbon8,246 posts03-21-2021 10:27pmIt is not me you disagree with, it is literally the definition. That's why I say don't take my word for it, look it up. Your disagreement then is with reality. I know nowadays we each are supposed to be... 
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Gotta disagree on the 'euphonic' thing, miller. "agreeable in sound" is just a throwaway, it couldn't be a more vague or inept description. I think far too many manufacturers of audio gear are tweaking it with this in mind, pushing the mids forwar... 
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Neutral? Maybe. Sterile? Hell, no. The thing that always impresses me is the detail, across the board, along with what I believe is very good bass control. And to be clear, I'm talking about the L-590AX. All of you have had more gear than me, I'm ... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Natalie Merchant - Tigerlily,   MFSL 
Luxman 590axii with KEF Reference 1
Music Direct has a 60 day return policy, but please check it out for yourself. It looks like if you just don't like the sound/performance, you can return the amp, and you'll need to pay the return shipping charges. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Miles Davis - Porgy and Bess 
Worst Concerts You Have Attended ??
Another vote for Dylan. Probably 40 years ago, when he did his Christian revival thing. The audience was not amused. 
A pleading request to manufacturers of amplifiers and preamplifiers.
We're about one generation away from being prohibited from going outside without a helmet. The world is literally full of millions of things that can poke you uncomfortably, and far worse. Personal responsibility is a marvelous thing. Embrace it. 
A pleading request to manufacturers of amplifiers and preamplifiers.
Trophy for the best First World problem. I'd be embarrassed if I was this slow of a learner. 
changing from 220v to 120v
Bryston probably knows. 
Magnum Dynalab tuner
Best of luck on your recovery, Doug.