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File Under Misc. Audio Musings--Do any famous/infamous people qualify as audiophiles?
Hugh Hefner had some fabulous built-ins. 
Who makes great active preamps ? Tube or solid state or hybrid.
Balanced Audio Technology (sound great and have a very useful user-interface), Prima Luna, Audio Research, Convergent Audio Technology, VAC, etc. BTW, Pass has gotten great reviews for their statement preamps. 
Taking D.I.Y. Speakers to the Next Level
Evolution...https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1262783930487231 
Need power conditioner advice. In reference to Furman/Tice/PS Audio/Richard Gray.
The last time I talked to the Cable Company, they explained that the 5% is put into your "account" and is applied to your next purchase. Things may have changed. I'd call and ask. 
Need power conditioner advice. In reference to Furman/Tice/PS Audio/Richard Gray.
Here is another option. This video is really impressive.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peDcpldHYvc 
Chicago stereo shop recommendations
This post is from 2006: Many shops have moved but are still in the "near north" area. I'll designate those that I know have moved with *moved*.04-10-06: DwellerThe tour:*moved* - Now on Belmont I believe.Goto Clark street and Diversy.Start at Satu... 
Impressing friends with your rig
@michaelgreenaudio - That's my old neighborhood! DI & Maryland Pkwy (a quarter mile due east of Sunrise Hospital on Golden Arrow Dr). Worked at McCarran for TSA for 11 years. 'Vegas not my cup-o-tea and, like SRV, COULDN'T STAND the WEATHER! G... 
Need help finding a hum problem
Good luck tracking it down... 
Music Lovers In The Indianapolis, IN Area?
Haven't heard of such... 
Music Lovers In The Indianapolis, IN Area?
I'm a former member of the Chicago Audiophile Society. Running an enterprise like this is no small task. It's like having a part-time job. Ovation Audio has a nice space for a meeting hall and is close to the freeway. You might want to talk to Mike. 
Music Lovers In The Indianapolis, IN Area?
Indy has multiple high-end dealers so there are music lovers here. I dwell in Indy. What do you have in mind? 
Purist versus Shunyata Power Cords
Congrats on your fine new preamp! I'm an ARC fan from way back. I'd like to compare the Ref-6 to my BAT VK33-SE! 
Speaker Cable Advice
@teeshot - Congrats! Keep us posted.  
That "Wow" Moment!
Maybe I'm just the only one who told you I did... 
First DAC: Metrum-MHDT-Rega-or?
FYI: If you decide on the Rega, don't spend too much. I offered my few years old Rega for 40% of what I paid and got no offers. Damn fine sounding DAC, don't understand...