jkf011

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How much is "LOUD" still a reference point for some?
I pretty much only play loud, Bach to Motorhead and everything in between, so that's my only listening range. And Magnepans still are around and still do play loud if you have the power. Have a newish pair.  
what's your opinion on the magazine 'stereo review'??
EVERY Brit magazine is worlds better than EVERY American magazine on ANY topic.  
Emotiva not so good
Compare them to anything with the same price point and power, etc. and there really isn't much. Especially if you live far from any audio stores and have to research online magazine reviews - which by the way are all very good of Emotiva.  
What are you streaming tonight?
The Cars, Master recordings, TIDAL 
Hunt for new floor standers
I second the Maggie's 1.7is! Hard to get better value.  
Artist you now like that you discovered through your streaming service
Sleaford Mods! 
Speaker cable recommendations in my budget
Straightwire.com full stop. 
Usless but interesting ....how many of you old timers started with original Large Advents?
Nope RtRs. 
Seriously considering tube preamp…opinions?
1. It baffles me, if one can afford it, why one would NOT go tube preamp. 2. If you are set on buying new you seem to have done a good bit of research and u can't really offer an opinion. But, if you are willing to buy used Conrad-Johnson really c... 
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Thank newbee we'll see about that.  
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Oh and I think it's safe to say I won't be getting into jazz, ever.  
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No you're both wrong, CJ PV10AL DOES have one. Why would I have asked the question if it wasn't available to me? Phasing I have some understanding of. I have Stereophile test disc. What is an XLO disc?I cannot afford, esp since it has a balance co... 
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What does "aligned to imaging at 1/8" mean? 
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Eliot, Sorry, I have NO idea what you were talking about WRT that line conditioner. That whole thread just completely went over my head.  
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Why do I think that was trolly?