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Anyone have a victrola
Fmpnd,You have two of them that is pretty cool. I can imagine that they do attract some interest and attention when you have company. 
Does anyone like country
It is good to hear other people's views on country music. It seems as if many of you have respect for country music of past decades and generations. 
Mac Mini USB output sounds "garbled"
Glad you got it figured out Devilboy. I hadn't thought of that solution for your problem. Though sometimes when i am listening to music on my extra laptop (not my primary music source) I do have to adjust volume and other sound qualities to improv... 
Should I avoid thick vinyl?
I agree that you do not need to avoid thick vinyl for the most part. I have listened to many songs and albums that were thick and had no problem with the quality of sound and no damage to my player or record. 
Improve my system
I think I too would change out the use of the PS3. Though I know you can get some good use out of them. I also would second the idea of a turntable if you have and like to play vinyl. 
Anyone have a victrola
Wow that's cool Mapman. As for having one even just for show, that is not a bad idea. At times you can find them at an inexpensive price (at auctions). That is where my cousin and her husband found theirs. And it even worked pretty well. 
Have you turned your loved ones into audiophiles
Interested responses. So it seems for most, it is not possible to turn the loved ones into audiophiles. But do you most of you have spouses and all that at least accept your hobby? I know it is much more than a hobby. 
Good Country recordings
Wow, you did get a good deal on that second hand boxed set. I am assuming that it was in good shape and plays well. Johny Cash certainly did seem to connect with American people through his music more than anyone. 
Download 24 Songs & Pay $1.9 Million
I should have said that he would download songs and then upload them for others to use. Are you saying that many music companies are having emails sent to people that they find are uploading music in an effort to get them to stop? 
Elvis Presley Fans?
I think Elvis was an excellent singer and performer. However, I do agree that his popularity lives on in part due to other factors as you have mentioned Marty. I still love listening to his music though. 
1 Ipod library, 2 PC's?
Did you get this to work now? Reubent is correct that you need to make sure that laptop B needs to have the library added so that it will recognize the library rather than just teling the laptop where music files will go from that point on. 
Apple TV vs Wadia 170i?
I would have to go with the Apple TV. I believe it offers a higher quality of sound and an overall better listening experience. 
Rolling Stone top 100 Guitarists - Howe/Van Halen
Bongofury, I agree that Rolling Stone does tend to miss a lot of the top people when they do their lists. There are several drummers that did not appear on the list that should have. 
record cleaning findings/puzzle
That is a good perspective on steam cleaning. I could see how the records do actually have a more thorough cleaning with that method and therefore will have an improved sound when being played. 
How often do you get a chance to see live music
Yes listening to live music can be a positive experience if the performances are in the right venue and the people who attend are polite and respect the music as well (rather than being loud and annoying).