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.R.I.P. Don Cornelius
Yes, rest in peace. One thing about today's world, you find out faster than ever when well known people pass away. I had not thought of him for years. I remember many years ago walking down the corridor of the Polo Lounge in the Beverly Hills hote... 
AQ vs Signal Cable vs BlueJeans vs MonoPrice
On your budget I would look at JW Audio Cryo Nova. Like some of the others have a money back guarantee and are good. 
What is "low ball"
Timhru, with the new Audiogon format I have not seen "OBO" on any ads. Did you write that in yourself? 
Anyone using a NAD M3 with Maggies?
I think she has the 4B SST2. 
Question about Bryston Amp XLR Inputs??
Liz, it took so long for Agon to post my thread that I thought they passed on it so I posted elsewhere. Thanks 
Any issues with Money Back Guarantees offered?
If you're looking for quality money back guarantees in general, Audio Advisor has a stellar money back guarantee and the only expense is the shipping to and from. Music Direct is supposed to have a similar one. The only downside, is the selection/... 
Upgrading from Rega Apollo to Rega Saturn CD??
I have no experience here but I'll make a suggestion since you like the Rega house sound. I have come close to purchasing the Rega Dac several times. It has received excellent feedback both from reviewers and users. You could try using the Apollo ... 
To DAC or not to DAC
Tonyangel, when Jt_to says, "Up-selling at its finest," he's implying that the guy at the shop's suggestion that you get a better preamp is an attempt to make money from you by upgrading to to one of his preamps. But, the Audio Research LS-3 the g... 
Acoustic Zen -- Tsunami II OR Tsunami Plus
In my dealings with Acoustic Zen and Robert Lee, he seemed to be a straight shooter. If you communicated with him, I would think you got honest information. 
Which DAC for my HP mini?
Whatever you do, be sure to buy a dac(s) that can be auditioned and returned if not to your liking. The HRT Streamer II+ deserves a listen. 
What did you get for Christmas?
3 box sets - Miles Davis live in Europe 1967- Jimmy Smith: Retrospective - John Coltrane: Classic Trane A gift to myself (sort of), a Wryed DAC 2. 
EE Minimax Plus DAC vs. Rega DAC
Foster 9, I think that most people buying tube components expect a certain level of DIY. RobbobRobbob, your point is off the mark. "tube rolling" is one thing; as far as I know, tube rolling or even biasing is fairly common for many audiophiles wi... 
EE Minimax Plus DAC vs. Rega DAC
This is too much to get involved in for someone wanting to simply enjoy quality playback of music and not become a modification diy person. 
Popular Female Singers in the past 2 decades
Most Popular female singers in the past 20 years?Mariah CareyChristina AguileraJanet JacksonNatalie ColeDiana KrallSadeMadonnaWhitney HoustonBeyonceLady Gaga 
I have a AC Regenerator. Get dedicated line too?
I have a Purepower 1050 and I'm still trying to determine if the power cord feeding it makes a difference or not. I know it shouldn't.