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Capital Audiofest, save thyself!
As Lincoln did when writing discouraging letters to his generals who just blew a battle, write the letter but do not post it until after a day passes. By then you may conclude that perhaps you did not have all the facts orthat a different tone may... 
Top 3 songs to evaluate a system
I listened to all submissions to the midpoint and quickly realized:-Some people submitted one amazing tune and two dogs-This was the quickest way I have ever refreshed my playlists.Brilliant work!Keep the good ones coming!Okay shall I save you the... 
Best Integrated that you've heard under $5k
I believe the H390 is very close to $6k. 
How to listen /audition at audio shows?
Pretty much the same way you get a great mealat the Golden Arches. 
Have you moved away from full range to standmount speakers + subs?
I'm with Doug and James on this unless you are in a very small room.as in 12 x 10 or less.I just bought a new sub this week from REL. I plan to add more subs as $ allow. They will go with my bigger speakers. Small speakers-say under 8", just sound... 
Top 5 Reaons to NOT BUY A TURNTABLE.
I think Steve may be getting bored with Youtube workand should consider moving into a new passion regardingaudio.  
How Do You Learn?
Some have misinterpreted the intent of this post.I ask for one source to be suggested because if everyone submitshis or her favorite place to learn then I can assemble a fresh listfor myself. It is not that I think one source is all that a person ... 
Top 3 songs to evaluate a system
Baby It's Cold Out there, Velvet Records. Hirt & Ann-MargaretWhat God Wants, Roger WatersRhymoi, Jade Hairpin, Kunqu OperaGreat Post-Thanks to those who added the six I just sent to friends. 
Best Integrated that you've heard under $5k
No idea if you want tubes or SS?No idea if your speakers are rated 83 or 95 Sensitivity.But why not throw out the best options:Lejonklou Boazu Integrated. 40wpc. $4,400 new. Swedish- S.S.Blackest background you've ever heard.Pass Labs INT25 25+wpc... 
The Most Cost Effective Tweak
Nail up a couple towels on your first reflection points.  
Interesting experience with two very different speaker designs
DIY great for younger folks who need to maximize their $ spent.Who enjoy the process and learn a lot while doing so.Excellent products from Madisound, GR Research and many otherssfor sure.When I lugged my 400 lbs of speakers to Danny R. in Texas f... 
Recommendation for a highly resolving amp
The best recommendation I can think of is to stay the heck away fromyour buddies home. Spectral gear with Quad 2912s? I can imagine nothing better. Sell your stuff and rent out a bedroom in his home. Maybe he needs a chauffeur?What is his sub arra... 
Solid state amp to go with tube preamp; used ok; budget: $3k max
I just finished a month listening to the LSA Voyager 350 GaN Ampand can say even stock it is a great amp. Presence in particular isexcellent as is the sound stage. Brand new for $3,000 and there wassome trade in option as well. 
How Do You Learn?
Tvad, A trip to do a session with Jim is a consideration.You say the book costs nothing, please elaborate. 
Tannoy Stirlings on the way!
Well said. The advantage of the never-ending Tiktoc threadsis that serve to siphon off many folks whose contributions are bestconfined to the Tekton Files.It has been two months now so we all want to know-How Sterling are those speakers? Tell us y...