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The character of analog and digital
No. I was not one of those “golden ears”….whatever that may mean other than the sarcasm you imbue into the term. I was not there so can’t speak to any of it. I am, however, someone whose ears spend several hours each and every day listening to and... 
The character of analog and digital
A lot of opinions and theorizing when the answer is found in the OP’s original post itself.  No mention of the obvious: **** First of all it’s very difficult to speak of analog in general. Records vary widely (indeed wildly) in sonic character an... 
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Good Baritone Sax Recording?
   
Good Baritone Sax Recording?
Another great.  Sadly, recently passed.    
Good Baritone Sax Recording?
Great player, Nick. Still, for me, the greatest:      
Jazz for aficionados
Thanks for the tip on the Pepper recording, pjw!  I’ll check it out.    
Jazz for aficionados
O-10 once posted this recent version by the Mingus “tribute” Big Band thinking it was the original version which I posted above.  The original version features Pepper Adams on baritone.  The tribute big band version features Ronnie Cuber on barito... 
Jazz for aficionados
Another of O-10’s faves…..the true original version this time. Pepper, not Ronnie, O-10! 😊. You out there, O-10?    
VPI HW-19 with Graham 1.5 arm Question/Suggestions
Btw, I have no personal experience with the newer ADS motor controller, but it has not received as much positive commentary as the SDS which I like very much. There are other brands that are well regarded that work with the HW. Lastly, when did yo... 
VPI HW-19 with Graham 1.5 arm Question/Suggestions
Bingo! You state: ”The sound is good but rather lightweight, neutral and nimble but polite, one might say meek with tight but lean bass. ” Exactly what I heard the times that I heard the original CLS. For whatever it may be worth, from the Ster...