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HELP!!!! Newbie looking for a decent 2 channel power amp in the $1,000 range
I had 2 in running place before my purchase.  The Outlaw RR2160 and the Yamaha A-S801.Ended up with that Yamaha because of the cheaper price tag, it looked sleek (well so soes the Outlaw) Almost exact power output on each. I've been loving everyt... 
What's the oddest thing in your music collection?
A double cd of Budweiser's "Real Men of Genius" radio commercials featuring Survivor's Dave Bickler singing the silly announcers choices of types of men. Hard to explain if you haven't heard any of these jingles. I'll try to post a link. Pretty fu... 
Candidates for best speakers in the $2000-5000 market
Tekton Pendragons upgraded with the 7 tweeter array (6 are producing  midrange ) or step up to the Moab. Best buy in that $ range.  
Please share pics of what inside YOUR power conditioners
LOL @ Nonoise. 😁  
If there was only ONE album/cd/release you can listen to, over and over.............
Boston's 1976 debut.  
How many people do you think have the same DAC, amplifier, and speakers
I'm sure plenty of folk have my amps (Yamaha A-S801 and an Anthem MCA 225) but I'm fairly confident that nobody has my speakers. Amrita Audio Reference Standard floor standers from about 1992. I LOVE these things. A 13 inch cast basket woofer, 2 D... 
Where did you buy your first audio gear?
Olsen Electronics on Dempster Street in Morton Grove Illinois. And then Music-Craft  on the same street and town. At Olsen Electronics my mother bought me my first stereo at age 15. It was an all in one deal for $99.00. Probably a week's paycheck ... 
Whats playing on your system today?
Ritchie Sambora Stranger in this Town (better than any Bon Jovi release in my opinion). Jude Cole Start the Car Dada Puzzle Lynyrd Skynyrd Greatest Hits (such a tragic ending). With the addition of Steve Gaines their songwriting and potential w... 
Which pair of speakers changed your Hifi life?
In my 58 years, I have owned about 20 pairs of speakers. The only ones that were purchased brand new were the Sony SS-CS5 bookshelf and the tower version the SS-CS3. So yeah, nothing to write home about budget speakers. Good for the price and for ... 
Axpona 2022 what impressed you?
I was impressed with the Alta Adam speaker. There were at least two rooms with them, in which one had a black finish to them and another with woodgrain. In the case of the woodgrain pair, I couldn't believe the amount of bass they created. Nice mi... 
most beautiful (looking) speakers
Manogolf, yes, I heard those Alta's. They were in at least 2 different rooms. I can't remember the equipment driving them, but there was a black pair that didn't sound as good as the woodgrain pair in another room. The bass was unbelievable. I cou... 
most beautiful (looking) speakers
The Legacy room at AXPONIA was a beautiful sight to see and hear.  
most beautiful (looking) speakers
I just spent 7 hours at AXPONIA and, wow, there are a lot of speakers with beautiful cabinetry. One that comes to mind is a Von  Schweikert floor stander in the most awesome metallic blue finish. Sounded very awesome too.   
What speaker do you passionately want to demo?
For me my three choices aren’t super high end nor reach for the sky fantasies. I would love to audition and then chose to purchase the "winner" between:                                                                                               ... 
What Is The Most Romantic Song That You Have Ever Listen To?
Kiss "Lick it Up".