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Four days in London
Try to get in for a performance at St. Martin in the Fields (or something close to that). Check out the Royal Shakespear Company at the Barbican.London is a world of opportunity. You can hardly go wrong...Charlie 
Albertporter only needs 50
Albert,Great job, and thanks. I will try to dive under the wire for (2) receptacles. If too late, maybe next time.I am just installing a dedicated line...Charlie 
What is vibration isolation for?
In my opinion, vibration isolation offers probably the largest improvement per dollar that one can make to a sound system. Start with speakers first, especially subwoofers. And proceed from there. What we would like is for only the transducers to ... 
Most achingly-beautiful music
Thank you all for a gold mine of music suggestions. I don't think I found one of my favorites: Jennifer Warnes with Leonard Cohen, singing "Joan of Ark" on her Famous Blue Raincoat album (all L. Cohen songs). Always give me goosebumps - I feel lik... 
How do you get the "real" feel of music?
Always start by getting the most out of the system you have. When you can afford to upgrade components, then you still want to get the most out of them. For the most part, I believe that "grunge" and noise are additive. It comes from all parts of ... 
Survey-What is your most used source?
CD's about 95%. Occasionally use tuner - we have a great PBS jazz/blues station, KPLU. I like exposure to new music on other stations, but can't take the commercials. Still, mostly listen to CD's. 
What's your profession? Age?
I am an engineer in structural dynamic testing and modal analysis for a large aerospace company. Age 58. 
How much does your system retail for?
OK. I'm over $11,000. But I didn't pay that much, since many pieces were purchased used or at a discount.