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McIntosh Announces Mc451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier
I think it’s a brilliant idea if it sounds good! I would love to hear one.   
Vinyl record cleaning
I don’t think so…….  
If there was only ONE album/cd/release you can listen to, over and over.............
This is l almost impossible to answer. I’d like to see if all our choices are the same a year from now. For some, probably. For many I don’t think so. Any takers on this? My albums right now are either the Moody Blues Days of Future Past, or Stee... 
Stereophile Scamming Subscribers?
I got mine in the mail and went to the website to renew. The only difference was that the website had a three year renewal option and the mail out only had  a one and two year option. The prices were the same. Seemed ok to me.    
Streamers and their Fuses
Audio Magic for sure! Have one in my McIntosh c2300 preamp fantastic, as for a streamer? Not sure, but open to the idea.    
Making a list...
1. Ripped to NAS 2. SACD 3. XRCD 3. Redbook 4. streamed  
What am I missing?
I’m happily acquiring cds either buying or “mining” at record store thrift shops etc.  I rip them to my nas and they sound great, better than playing the cd itself. I’m not sold on the sound quality or reliability of streaming yet. To me, as long ... 
Music for 2022- Is It Just Me Or?..
I can’t get into the new stuff. I’m still mining record shops for old cds to rip to my nas and used lps. I’m so downloading much more that I ever have. There’s still lots of old gems just waiting to be explore….I stay excited about that and the hu... 
Counter weights on your turntable...another dirty little secret?
Learning how to set up your turntable should be a requirement for all audiophiles , included in the audiophile 101 course😃 seriously it’s a skill that helps you to be more involved in this hobby. There’s som many resources on line that can help an... 
Power conditioner vs use of a audio grade outlet?
Use both. Installing an upgraded outlet is cheap.   
Flat Screen Television behind speakers
I must say I have never noticed a difference.   
RIP Christine McVie
God rest her soul, a complete shock when I heard. She was truly my favorite, with the most beautiful voice! She will be sorely missed.   
Streamer matching to system
Upgrade the node. A linear power supply, fiber, and Ethernet cables will set you back maybe $300 to 400 and you’ll get sonic improvement that you’d pay thousands for if your not careful. Good luck.   
Combination streamer and music server…without DAC
I highly recommend the bluos node. You can upgrade the power supply and add fiber making a hard to beat budget streamer. Good luck in your search. Remember you can spend a lot of money with little return, be careful!  
Amp pairing with Tannoy Turnberry?
I have Tannoy Churchill’s and use a McIntosh MC 500. MAC pairs well with Tannoy ss or tube. My two pennys…..