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Sony SCD-C 555ES
The_kid- Because your friend bought it used doesnt mean it was broken in properly.These units need hundreds of hours before they open up and show their stuff.Many sell gear before its properly burned in because they dont like the sound and dont re... 
Sony SCD-C 555ES
It sounds like the 555 owners who didnt like it either.1) didnt allow long enough break in.2) have something in their systems that isnt integrating well with their 555 (cables)?3) Confuse brightness with clarity.I have heard the 555 extensively an... 
Tweaking a lower end SACD player tips
Kana813-I can solder.What brand cap would you recommend and where can I get one?Thank you- 
Tweaking a lower end SACD player tips
Thanks again Hdm! Maybe I can tweek the level of perfomance of this lower end player up to the level of the SCD-777ES!! :~)You have given me great tips.I will let you know the outcome in time. 
Tweaking a lower end SACD player tips
Hdm-I went to the "Take Five Audio" website and viewed the 5266 plug.It has a ground prong on it.Please clue me in :~) 
Tweaking a lower end SACD player tips
Hdm-Great tips! Thank you. 
What tattoo to get next?
Get a tattoo that says "BOSE" everyone will recogonize it, and they will still be around when we are all gone to audio Heaven. :~)~ 
remote control volume solution for Jolida 502B?
Creek OBH-10 will work fine.Check the used ads here. 
Stereo SACD on a Multi SACD player?
I'd like to ask a question.When I put a SACD into my player it always lights up 5.1 and then I have to mess with the remote or players buttons to get it into 2ch.SACD.I have only a 2ch.system.Will the 5.1 automatic setting(stinks the way this happ... 
A really dumb tube question
thank you to all that replied. 
A really dumb tube question
Thank you all! 
Y-S audio Symphonies preamp review
A very good review! You have a nice site also.China is putting out some killer products that I believe, will have a strong market in the U.S.within the next 5 years.Look out! 
"Trickle up" theory
Hey? What happened to Slappy? 
Are vintage speakers really that good?
I bought a pair of Dynaco A-25's at the Salvation Army for $5/pair.1.5" Seas,soft dome tweeter,10" Seas woofer with rubber surround that still looks new.I removed the drivers to take a look and the sealant around the woofer is still sticky after 3... 
Did I damage my cartridge?
4yanx- Its "numba nine" :~)