ibmjunkman

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The latest audiophile streamer craze
When I make my hat should the shiny side be out or in?  
If you were serious about sound you would...
Gee, I thought studios used JBL 4310s as monitors. 😊  
Service After the Sale
JBL answered this teenagers snail mail letter in the late 60s. I was asking about a system I saw at a Dick Clark event.  Shortly after I bought my first pair of JBL. Dorian S12. I still have them. 😊 Wow, I just realized they are over 50 years old... 
Best way to clean glossy finish on speakers?
I would think caring for a Steinway piano would be the same for your speakers. 😊   https://www.steinway.com/news/features/utilty/cleaning-your-piano  
How Much Do Aesthetics Factor Into Your Decisions?
The only aesthetic I hate is black faced equipment. Need a light directly on the unit’s face to read the nomenclature.  
Building a 100 album vinyl collection 3 must have albums are?
Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon Many others I have seen listed in this thread.  
As A Youngster, What Unit Puqued Your Interest In All This?
Late 60s went to a concert at the Stock Yards in Chicago. I was overwhelmed by the speaker system. They were JBL horns, etc. I wrote a letter to JBL asking what the system was. I actually got a return letter! They guessed what the system was based... 
Wall outlets
Only after the job is done and tested. 🙂   A friend of mine is an electrician and has offered to install a new outlet behind my rack. He said I could pay with a case of beer.  
Why is Audiogon insisting on a verified physical address in order to post?
“We don't share your email address. It's all good and safe.‘ That is what 90% of companies that have a breech say. 😊  
Why is Audiogon insisting on a verified physical address in order to post?
I did it but I disagree with the policy. If I want to sell something, yes. But just to post?    Will be interesting to see what kind of junk mail I start receiving.  
AI and the future of music
I asked the Beatles question.   Sure, here is a new Beatles-like song from the Rubber Soul era, with Paul Rodgers and Jack Bruce singing: Title: "Daydream" Verse 1: I was sitting in the park, Watching the clouds go by, When I saw you walking ... 
I NEED A 16 INCH CORK TURNTABLE MAT
I knew what you meant. 😊  
Am I defective?
Well, I have decided I am not totally defective. Disturbed’s version of Sound Of Silence does give me goose bumps especially when watching the B&W video. While I have always loved the S&G version it took Disturbed to show me the words are ... 
How to prevent visitors from touching your system
When I got my first JBLs, Dorian S12 we had a cat. He liked the grills a bit too much. Being the 60s and in Chicago there were tons of plastic furniture cover makers. Had 2 flat bottom bags made of clear vinyl. Put over the speakers. Worked like a... 
Some new E-bay scams
You saying they hacked USPS, FedEx, UPS, DHL, et al? And they know valid waypoints in the route so they can fake progress?