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stan warren,PIONEER mod.
I recieved a modified DV-434 today, (7-9-01.) While there was a 4 month wait, I look forward to breaking it in. 
Best Value Speakers??
PSB. They have something for every application, are easily found used here, and enjoy a good reputation. 
This ever happen to you?
It was one of those "flashbacks" they warned us about. It will pass until the next one. 
Dogs who love music
Rosstaman, do you blow smoke in his face beforehand? 
old zz top recordings
You are correct, sir! The remasters sound terrible to me, the sound is not what we had and enjoyed back in the good ol' days. Unfortunately, when the cds were released, I remember reading a quote from Bill Ham (their producer) where he claimed the... 
Bel Canto 1.1 - Convince Me.
Thanks for all the info, gentleman. I think I will sit on my regular ol' DAC1 for a bit longer. I sure hope you might try the DVD and toslink combo sometime with your DAC1's, just for fun. I'm happy as a pig in slop. [:)] Charliep.s. David, I am s... 
Best speaker in nearfield listening
I sit that close to my Harbeth Compact 7ES. Unbelievable. Really. Depending on finish, about $2200 US new. Good luck. Charlie 
Priorities, who makes the rules anyway?
KThomas, how much was the new cello? Did you listen to her audition any at the music shop? You know, that is very close to checking out new speakers! Charlie 
Most annoying Stereo magazine claim
"I liked it so much that I bought it." (And I bet at retail price, too.) Did you know the word "gullible" is not in the dictionary? 
What is your OTHER passion?
Trying to keep my head above water. During low tides I do enjoy a round of golf and a couple of Flor de Farach cigars with my buddies. (None of whom have the slightest inkling of interest in music, for some damn reason.) I think I remember having ... 
stan warren,PIONEER mod.
I sent a check on 3/13 and still have not recieved my mod DVD 333. There were/are some supply problems on the Black Gate caps, I think. I hope to get it soon. 
What songs make you cry?
Happy Birthday (sung to me.) 
Bad sounding CD s
I totally agree on Who's Next. Best remaster I have heard to date. 
Jazz Review: Art Pepper 5-CD Release
Thank you for the great review, Scott. 
does mixing kill the soundstage?
If anyone is interested, I made a post where I copied some of the emails from the Harbeth user's group (harbeth.com) where one of the BBC's recording engineer members spoke of his experiences. It was titled "BBC engineer s bent on live recordings....