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Conditioning/Burn-In Method
thanks elizabeth, that been my experience, especially if I'm also playing a lot of CD's...I thought there were only tube  CD Players gdnrbob... 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
I also wondered if any cable break-in takes place just leaving all the components turned on...especially with a tube CD player it seems there is always some current running through the cables... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
thanks... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
Are the Matrix Speaker cables directional? Just unpacked them and I don't see direction markings...Thanks 
What is considered a "standard" percentage of devaluation per year foor high end speakers?
another variable is how often the manufacturer changes models, or changes a speaker without a model change designation...some 7-10 year old speakers are still current, some have been upgraded/changed a number of times... 
Entering the world of audio, help with first setup- speakers to pair with Peachtree 220SE
the ones you mention are a great place to start...there are many dozens of possible good candidates at various prices... 
What Bookshelf / Stand Mounted Speakers To Pair With Vintage Electronics?
also sounded great with some old Fried floor standers 
What Bookshelf / Stand Mounted Speakers To Pair With Vintage Electronics?
I have a refurbished CA-810 that sounds great with Snell Type D and Kll 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
I have always had my messages responded to quickly 
ADS L1290s....do these have any kind of value these days? (I'd say 8/10 condition)
though shipping could be an issue 
ADS L1290s....do these have any kind of value these days? (I'd say 8/10 condition)
maybe $300 - $400 on ebay 
Best used DAC for $250?
I used Sonos Connect (and other gear) with Parasound Zdac, Peachtree  Dac itX, and Simaudio 100D - all very good and usually available under $200 
Shipping out of country.
the only issue I have had is many buyers not wanting the actual cost to be declared to avoid steep import taxes...makes insurance difficult to deal with... 
Publish the age of your component when selling (let's discuss)
+1 on the two peeves from jond... 
Publish the age of your component when selling (let's discuss)
very little of my gear has a production date listed on it, and I am the original owner of very little, so often have to go on word of previous owner, who is often not sure...and some of my gear was sold for many years...I have that Onkyo you menti...