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If Thiel, Wilson, Sonus, made active speakers?????
"Wilson and others could pull of similar feats with better results "Compared to ATC? Doubt it. Wilson is focused on marketing not design. That's why recording studios use ATC, not Wilson. 
What High End Manufacturers Could Learn From Bose
Bose has their name printed on a window of the new condo's at 59th and Broadway in NYC. This is right across from Trump tower and the entrance to Central park. Bruce Willis is said to have bought two units in this building.Of course it helps that ... 
Got my very first system. What's my next move?
I like Sound Organisation rack for $300-$350 sold by Audio Advisor. It is black and unlike many racks, the shelves do not extend beyond the legs. You may not like glass because it rings so you can either switch out shelves or used sorbothane feet ... 
What 2 Channel Receiver would be a good choice?
www.jandr.com is selling the older TEAC reference 500 receivers for $300. I like them better than Rotel because they are less bright IMHO. They are smaller than usual stereo stuff, rated for 4 ohm loads, and put out 50 watts. I also like TEAC bett... 
Active speaker, the future? or another fad?
NHT is giving it a shot. They have a $5,000 full active system includes speakers, amps, crossover, and some exotic software with like 1,000 bands of eq. Speakers are monitors with the SEAS magnesium drivers and a separate sub. There was a thread a... 
Where does the designation of "Audiophile" fit...
Audiophiledom picked me. I miss the simpler times, but as Don Henley said, "you can't put the genie back in the bottle". 
TV's... what does the typical audiophile have?
I've got a 20" Hitachi circa 1990. Had cable TV but that left along with the roomate. Boy, I never saw him do anything so fast before or after as getting the cable TV hookup. 
Dust???
"Since prevention would be ahead of the game"I would recommend showering more since most dust comes from ..... us. =:-) 
Does Your System Sound Like the Real Thing?
ATC actually put a pair of their active 100 speakers on stage in place of the actual orchestra. Rumor had it that it was very close to the real thing. ATC's can play 115dB continuous and active speakers have good uncompressed dynamic range.I agree... 
Help: why the speaker sound is so low?
Sounds like it's your speakers. But it's strange that both sound bad. Can you take out the Tannoy speaker's drivers and check the internal wiring, drivers, or crossover?There are no settings on amp or speakers tht I'm aware of.Good luck. 
What do you like about your "favorite" retailer?
My favorite dealers are a local Tweeters, Sears, and Target. I can walk in without making an appointment, listen to whatever I want and I'm not wasting anyone's time and don't feel guilty for not buying anything. 
Sytrofoam peanuts and EVIL and worthless
UPS states""Due to the shifting and settling properties of peanuts, it is recommended that a minimum of three inches of cushioning be used around the contents""not recommended for use with flat, narrow, or dense products that may migrate to the ed... 
Looking for first system advice
Sounds like you are at the "everything sounds better than what I've got stage". As exertfluffer said do some listening to everything you can find and try to find what you like best. Except for digital stuff, technology isn't changing all that fast... 
Tinnitus - do you have ringing in the ears?
Here is a toll free number with information on hearing:877.828.7888 at the prompt dial:#4682 Detecting a hearing loss#4683 Hearing aids#4684 Hearing loss from otosclerosis#4685 Hearing loss in adults#4686 Hearing loss in children#4687 Hearing loss... 
Can we have an "Ask Sean" catagory?
Jax2, I think more like a 15EEE shoe sized Bill Gates.