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How much reality do you really need?
I have one requirement: If it's on the recording, I want to hear it. Without exaggeration or distortion. Simple. 
Pet Peeve -- why do headphone companies make the LEFT and RIGHT symbols so hard to locate
Look where the wires connect to the earpiece. Red means Right... 
Arrangement of components on rack
Make sure your amp, or anything tube, has adequate ventilation. Keep your main source close to preamp (for shortest ICs). And be aware that phono preamps may be sensitive to adjacent components. I had a problem with hum in my phono pre from other ... 
Has anyone heard that ARC discontinued the Ref CD-9SE?
Unfortunately for you, they don't make pointed tin foil hats... Russia accused of using secret microwave weapon to attack CIA agents in Australia (news.com.au)  
Has anyone heard that ARC discontinued the Ref CD-9SE?
The "powers that be" want to eliminate media you own and control. That way, they can monitor what you watch to determine the quality of your "citizenship" to determine your trustworthiness (already being done in china).They also want to eliminate ... 
Ignored Offers
I asked a question about some speaker wire for sale (4 days ago?) and the seller hasn't answered. Lost sale.. 
Ignored Offers
 Don't the rules say something like "your offer has been submitted. The seller has x amount of hours to respond"? Meaning if you haven't gotten a reply, assume your offer has been rejected.While it may be rude (not to respond), it is within the ru... 
Best wishes
Met Mr. Herron at a 'Vegas T.H.E. Show. A true Gentleman.  
Uber expensive repair at United Radio
My '89 Toyota Camry had an oil leak. Toyota charged $350 to replace a 50 cent "O" ring. Where was the "O" ring and how much of the engine needed to be dismantled to get to it? I have no idea. My point is... 
Need help: turntable market in the $1500-$2000 range is overwhelming
@audioguy - YOU try soldering a strand of copper wire thinner than a human hair. I couldn't do it. I will never purchase from this manufacturer again. You will do what you want. 
High expectations when listening to an orchestra
You have to understand the issues and differences between the two events ("Live" VS "Memorex") and adjust your attitude and make allowances beforehand.In short, you must Pre-Tend.Your skill at pre-tending is what makes you a "Gifted Listener". 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
No one notices the customs slip away...Al Stewart/On the Border/Year of The Cat 
Wholesale prices
Listen to the Magico A3, in that price range, before inflation kicks in... 
And the Winner Is...
I wish the video provided some background as to who this man is (apparently, he is the father of the other guy who, I believe, is someone who makes speakers "Fritz"?). I would love to have his room... 
Help choosing an power amplifier
I ALWAYS suggest a BAT VK-300SE or the update VK-3000SE. The 3000SE is preferable only because it's hard to tell how old a 300SE might be. You can call BAT and give them the serial number to get date-of-manufacture.These integrateds are designed b...