dayglow

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starting from scratch ...new system
Mcanaday-If your from Canada the Canuck Audio Mart is a good 2nd option. Used gear is not a bad idea but you have to be very careful, your much better off buying a demo from a dealer and saving nearly as much money. Also look into the future with ... 
starting from scratch ...new system
Mcanaday-I will try to put a system together with all NEW components here goes...Speakers-Silverline Prelude PlusAmp-Onkyo-9070Digital-Onkyo-7000RCables-Audio Magic-Liquid AirPower Cords-Opera Audio-Ella BabyPower Strip-Opera Audio-PW3Power Filter... 
What brand is most recognized by non-audiophiles?
I think some 90's Lexus models had factory installed Nakamichi systems. Many non-audiophiles realize Bose is a "lifestyle" product not an audio component. My guess would be JBL. 
Accuphase E-560 versus VAC Sigma 160i
Agreed! From what i've read the VAC ranks near the best current intergrated amps(Alef-Dartzeel-Gryphon-Vitus-ect...). Many prefer the class A Luxman 590 over the Accuphase. 
World's Greatest Tenors
Bill Pierce is always overlooked. 
Building a Magnepan System, Please Help...
Jrodfeld-I would look for a Yamaha MX-1 power amp. The matching CX-1 preamp is a solid sounding unit. For under $1k you cannot find a better sounding pre/power set up with near limitless power. It may take some time to find these older amps but it... 
Integrated Recommendation
Mdooty-If you like the hybrid option consider a 2nd hand Valve Audio-Predator. I own one and trust me it has plenty of watts/current. The Predator is very neutral, tube rolling can help dial it in with your speakers. The only major weakness(have n... 
Underated bands that shouldn't be...........
Tesla-The combination of musical and songwriting skills were unmatched by any hard rock/metal band from the mid 80's-early 90's. Song and Emotion ranks as one of the best "forgotten" all time great rock songs. Tesla wasn't just limited to a few gr... 
The best CD Player for the money
North Star Design-Sapphire. No longer in production but I assume $1k could get you a near mint one. The Sapphire just gets out of the way of the music. If you want a new player look into several Audio Analogue models or even the Chinese made Lite ... 
Are We Talking CDs And CDPs Out Of Existence?
The better question is has the CD format(software/hardware) reached it's peak potential? I don't know! I do know that serious CA has only about 5 years under it's belt. It might take another 10 years for CA to near it's potential. IMO if you curre... 
Is a hairbrush available?
Secret Asian Man? 
Sexiest Pop Song Ever?
Captain & Tennille-Deep In The Dark-Toni was in peak vocal form on a recording that approaches reference level sound quality! 
Racks: Box Funriture vs Sistrum
Contact Eugene Hi-Fi regarding Box Funiture. You might get a sales pitch but they were very passionate about the quality when I called. The cost was a little over my budget so I made a compromise and bought a Solid Tech Radius Duo 2 rack. 
What cartridge do I get now?
With your tube based system and Spendor/Quad speakers an upper level Audio Technica cartridge will bring added speed/detail/engagement. Another plus is very little coloration is added. 
Starter System Suggestions
For $2k that includes an int. amp and speakers your godson(or you) need to lower your standards/expectations. Currently the Gershman Sonogram retails for $5495(lol). For $2k or a little over that amount get a Magnepan MMG or used ATC 7/11 with a n...