corazon

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How to shop for speakers?
6550cHad a pair of M5's. Loved everything about them. Really responded to different amplification. Just need alot of room to really breathe well. Thats why I sold 'em. Just couldn't do them justice. Miss 'em tho'.AltbrewerYou have a difficult dile... 
Allman Bros concert
I too am an early ABB fan. Nothing and I mean nothing compares to At Fillmore East and Eat a Peach. The Allmans were a completely different band up to and including Brothers and Sisters when in my opinon the remnants of the original magic faded aw... 
Your feelings on vintage audio.
The "leatherette" case arrived today. In very good shape for something approx. 50 years old.Looks like it will fit the chassis; won't know for sure until it is back from being checked out.Will keep you updated.By the way, many thanks to all who ha... 
Your feelings on vintage audio.
Tuner arrived yesterday. Dusty, a few nicks and scratches but face very presentable. Much loss of screening on chassis.Cleaned it today and brought it to a shop for the once over. Guy I bought it from says he powered it up and after wiggling a tub... 
Your feelings on vintage audio.
" Beware of "vintage" bpc. Onemalt "BPC? Enlighten me please.6550c - Agreed pre 1980. Definitely understand your misgivings about much of the old gear. I hope being selective, informed and heeding much of the good advice gleaned from you all I wil... 
Fun Little Project for improving Dynamics
Most definitely the most entertaining post in awhile! 
Whats your current Reference CD at the moment?
shawn colvin-four walls 
Speaker Recommendations for Soundstage and Imaging
gotta agree with you guys, a nice big room to play in and set up anything the way you want and not worry about what the wife thinks.....well thats just plain awesome.best 
Eric Clapton Clapton
haven't heard the new album. i like clapton, especially first album, self titled, and think some of his work is good up to and including unplugged.but i think alot of his work is spotty, not a fan of things like 461 or other of his own projects an... 
Speaker Recommendations for Soundstage and Imaging
Have not heard the mbl's but i am sure mapman is correct. i agree with ckoffend's post. i owned Mirage M5s and set up properly they threw a great stage. Lots of depth. And great placement of instruments. Now i've got a pair of Audio Physic Steps w... 
Are You a Sansui Lover?
One of my systems at one time, back in the late 70's early 80's, was an AU 719, TU 717, Technics TT, Boston A60's, a/d/s pb1500. It was great. That was my first experience with a sub/satellite configuration and I liked it.System had great sound. W... 
Threshold Stasis 2...Worth a rebuild???
After looking at what the 250's command here, and if the cost of the rebuild and initial purchase are less, and you really like the sound of the 250's and Ferraris' recommendation and your own investigation; if it feels right do it! 
Audiophiles are older than dirt
mapman, choo choo charlis. good and plenty, right?how about winchell, mahoney? 
Album which you have listened to most?
Many, many great responses here! So much music I love, yet my all time favorite is Allman Bros. "At Fillmore East".Followed by "Mountain Jam" from "Eat a Peach". Quite possibly the best concert recording of popular music. Certainly the best of thi... 
Audiophiles are older than dirt
"Do you remember where you were that day"8 yrs old, home sick from school. Best,Dave