inagroove

Responses from inagroove

Recommendations for really well-recorded music for high-end audio system demo
Just played Gets/Gilberto on Impex (IMP6041-1, 45 rpm) for the first time.  Beautiful deep-black backgrounds, beautiful tone.  One of the few times that I thought I might be listening to a R2R (if eyes closed).  I will use it to 'system dem' for f... 
Thumper’s Mother
  OP:  Thanks for having the courage and class to keep the discussion on a civil tone.  I have read far too immature, reactionary and ascorbic comments in this forum during the past five years.   @audphile1 : "People are people and will behave t... 
Thumper’s Mother
@uncledemp +4 While helpful/sincere suggestions are welcome, arrogance, negativity and ill-will are not.  From my point of view, they are unacceptable.      The old axiom "If you do not have anything nice to say, do not say anything" should be ... 
Recommendations for really well-recorded music for high-end audio system demo
I have Mofi, Reference Recordings, Shefield Labs, Impex, AP, Blue Note, Mercury Living Presence, and most of the other labels.  In addition to standard 33&1/3, I have 45 rpm, 1/2 speed master, 1-Step, and even a single-sided 4-disc set from Cl... 
Digital LP’s
Getting back to the OPs statement/question. I recall when Abraxas was released by MoFi on a 'One-Step' pressing.  I believe the original cost was $100.  Shortly after it sold out, USED copies were selling for $350.  A friend was offered $600 for ... 
Digital LP’s
@yoyoyaya "Vinyl actually has less dynamic range than a 16 bit CD." - Yes, mathematically perhaps, but that seldom makes it past the mastering board." I prefer LP over a typical CD or flac file... Also, +1 "But for pop and rock music dynamic rang... 
A Better Way to Buy Gear - Help Needed
P.S. - the 'white-out in the last section is a e-glitch...  
A Better Way to Buy Gear - Help Needed
  After my last Update:  The seller changed the item’s color from silver to black in the listing.  (… yet another cause for concern). I requested the item’s serial number and name of the dealer from whom he purchased the item.  I seller... 
A Better Way to Buy Gear - Help Needed
Hi All, Wow!  It seems unanimous..."Full Reverse... All Engines". @ grislybutter - For reference, the item is between $10k and $15k, so I am with you folks - No verify, No buy.  (sounds a bit like Boby Marley). @ czarivey - I have never hear of... 
Turntable Isolation
+1 elliottbnewcombjr These rubber/cork/rubber sandwiches come in at least 2 sizes.  I use the large ones under my VPI Classic II, which rests on a record cabinet.  Very happy with results.  I have never wanted for more...  
Rigid outlets for Heavy cables
Hi Eric, Thanks for the Tweek. I began replacing my old outlets with new 'hospital grade' outlets last year.  These plates look like a simple fix for recessed outlets, and the larger force-distribution effect is real bonus (fewer dry wall issue... 
Kids, Dogs, and Speakers
I have a pair of Vandersteen 5a speakers.  In addition to the excellent SQ, they are solid as a rock (175 pounds, as each as a 300W amp for the woofer). There is a nice-looking pair for sale at a dealership in NJ (I have no affiliation): Vanders... 
Amp — Leave on or turn off
My Ayre V-5xe Amp on/off switch (front of amp) is really an on/stand-by switch.  (The actual on/off switch is on the back of the unit.), which implies that the electronics have a low wattage draw that keeps them 'warmed' and ready when I 'turn on'... 
Starting a Classical Vinyl Music Collection
I have enjoyed Classical LPs for many years, and I am glad to hear from someone who is starting-out on this journey.  Around 1,000 years of music, and some of it is just fantastic (I also like rock, jazz, folk).  Welcome to the adventure... Latel... 
Accuphase E-5000 factory power cord good enough?
duketbrd88 from lalitk "I would look into Zavfino and Audio Envy brands".  I respectfully disagree, at least in part.  I have never owned or listened to Zavfino wires, but I purchased two AE power chords at a show.  They were really cheap, so I ...