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Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
Setting fire to your money would make more sense than buying $5000 speaker cables. At least then it'll keep you warm for a few minutes. Any cables with a good quality core and well-bonded insulation will do the job just the same. 
Best Cheap Amps for Magneplanar Speakers
I have a set of 1.7s and drive them with a Carver AVR100 in a 20x25 room. I bought it new back in 1989 and recently pulled it out of storage (forgot I had it). Although it certainly isn’t a fully functional receiver by today’s standards, it does h... 
I think I've Just Seen Absolute Proof That Audiophiles Are Insanely Gullible
Wow. Just, wow. And there are actually a few people here defending this ridiculous thing. Unbelievable. 
What's up with the ridiculous offers?!?
For me, it's a matter of getting the best possible deal. I'm on a tight budget, so "value" is always my top objective and the primary reason I often purchase 2nd hand equipment, as opposed to new. I always offer low. It's your responsibility as th... 
Is high end audio to snooty for its own good?
In a word, yes. 
Why do people that are Into rap and hip-hop even want a high-end audio system
This (stupid) question reveals thinly veiled race/culture issues on the OP's part. Music is music for crying out loud. I have some hip hop and rap selections in my collection that are every bit as intricately engineered as any Jazz or classical re...