czarivey

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Audio Research discontinuing lower lines components?
No biggie. They've also become less reliable, less helpful and certainly less useful when it comes to servicing discontinued units. Figure they will become same level brain-washers as other companies. They're not alone and there will be certainly ... 
JRiver vs Foobar - which do you prefer and why?
Check FUBAR in Tango and Cash movie...:) 
Noticed the Patriot Act's effects on PayPal?
it's only temporary or till you verify paypal account with bank.i use prepaid cards for bank verification. they are person-less and ID-less.once you verify with prepaid card(you can purchase them in WalMart $4 or simply order them via internet fre... 
I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid
Lived in NYC and would always go to AudioConnection first in Verona NJ.Tweaks and wires I've always purchased in B&H on W34th and 9thAv in NYC. I've also purchased DJ gear in B&H.Moved to Raleigh NC and my choice would be Moon audio. They ... 
Is it possible to be an audiophile and be happy with what you have
I'm very happy with what I have, but I'm not audiophile. 
Tube amp powered up?
1. tube life is near 100 times shorter vs. transistor2. idle power is substantially larger vs. solid states3. SAFETY when on all the time is VERY LOW and may set PC board or wires on FIRE when all of a sudden tube goes bad.Now figure out what best... 
Nakamichi/BX-1
ebay with paypal will slice near 25%. on ebay it should be maximum $40.No significant value. Yard sale item. 
Would you be more likely to buy new gear out of state if there was no sales tax
jafreeman107 posts01-22-2016 4:54pmSales tax is legalized robbery. It exists because it is an efficient collection engine.  It also slows down consumerism.Actually Sales tax is the tax the business actually pays regardless if one has or hasn't i... 
Would you be more likely to buy new gear out of state if there was no sales tax
Sales tax by all possible definitions is BS tax.There's an income tax can solve all the taxes.If there's a possibility to void than use it. 
Do you think audiophiles are the most gullible hobbyists
Sorry geoffkait, I only indulge premium cognac 
Would you be more likely to buy new gear out of state if there was no sales tax
I definitely would especially if the sales taxes are highly unjustified. There's no violation of any laws. There’s also no customs between the states. 
where can I buy a 1/4 amp slow blow fuse?
Home depot has plenty of them.Radioshack seems like history already with most of the stores closed and it's hard to find one within 200 miles around. 
Do you think audiophiles are the most gullible hobbyists
geoffkait2,683 posts01-22-2016 7:29amAndy, what are you, like twelve years old?Looks like you haven't reached that age yet. Get off computer and finish your breakfast getting cold... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
I live my life with lyrics from Sting. They're the closest to Shape Of My Heart! Some would say I was a lost man in a lost worldYou could say I lost my faith in the people on TVYou could say I'd lost my belief in our politiciansThey all seemed li... 
Kimber Kable Select
If you've never been exposed to the internet market, you should start selling/buying some cheap stuff, get some feedback from buyers and than place for sale something more serious. How did you find out about Audiogon?