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Setup Speakers Along Long Wall?
In my last home, I used the long wall and ran the speaker cables under the floor. I’m a firm believer in not going long with interconnects, unless you are using XLR. And then only if there is no other choice.  I did notice the lack of sidewall ref... 
The two stages of audiophilia
Step 3 should be buying more music.  
Why Music Has Lost it’s Charms (Article)
@deludedaudiophile  Very true, what you said. The music I grew up with is still what mostly  I listen to today.  It’s a good thing that I grew up with Jazz, Big Band, Show Tunes, Classic Rock, Classical Music, Folk, Progressive Rock…..  
Why Music Has Lost it’s Charms (Article)
One thing the author didn’t mention was the advertising, the hype that made you want to run out and get that Beatles, Clapton, Who album.  Someone mentioned a group called The War On Drugs. A good current group that I stumbled upon. There was no m... 
Reliable source Psvane CV181-T MKII
Have you called Tube Depot?  
Phono Stage Amp
@cinqcepages What model are your Cary mono blocks? How old are the output tubes? Chances are you’re on the low end of what those speakers really need. All the best.  
Adding a sub. - can i start with one?
Two are much better than one and are easier to setup. REL are great, but you might want to check out the SVS Pro series.. they have plenty of power and the app is actually really good. All the best. JD  
looking for a more efficient speaker.....
@kennesawjet  What is you budget? What do yo listen to? How loud do you listen?    
Need an integrated amp that sounds engaging at lower volume
I have an heard an H360 and own an H390. They both are fairly neutral sounding and have plenty of power for your friends SF speakers. I happily listen to mostly Jazz and classic rock @40-65 dbs. Occasionally, I’ll crank it up and the amp handles i... 
Words of wisdom on choosing a speaker
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The Best Speakers in the World!
@audiodwebe  Just a Thought, If you still don’t get the sound you’re looking for, you can easily replace the woofers, for not a lot of money. All the best. JD  
Dac or Power regen, which gets the better cable?
DAC!  
Speakers for Michi X3?
@wisemenofgotham , If you like the sound of your R 3’s, why not check out the Reference series? The Reference 1’s and your subwoofer should make you smile! Another thought, would be to move up the AQ line and check out the Rocket 88 speaker cabl... 
Music Server/DAC – Ethernet, USB, S/PDIF, AES3 or I2S.
What an easy to read/understand  article. Thanks for sharing.  
You're overbudget on gear, one more thing...
Woooo, Am I glad I stopped buying vinyl!