johnto

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What/who do you listen to that you feel is a bit of an unknown?
Maravishnu Orchestra play it loud. 
Seeking advice on Speakers that create an intimate 2 channel listening experience
I heard them both to me the ML sounded much thinner than the Maggie’s. Not sure of the ML model but in the 1.7 price range made me pick the 1.7 by a lot. I have since moved up to the 3.7i.Audio Connection also carries Maggie's. 
Cartridge for vpi Aries scout with jmw9 tonearm
On that tt I’ve used a Sumiko Blue Point Evo 3 and a Soundsmith Carmen 2, I had to buy an additional head shell weight for the Carmen that was about $5 on eBay.The Sumiko favored the top end more than the Carmen on my system so it will depend on y... 
Your vote for greatest (covers) album
I'm amazed by how many don't know the difference between cover albums and album covers. 
Seeking advice on Speakers that create an intimate 2 channel listening experience
If you're going to NJ you should contact Johnny R. At the Audio Connection in Verona I'm sure he'd have some great speakers to audition. 
Wow an old album that rocked your world
The latest 10 cd Woodstock, Back to the Garden, Woodstock finally done right. The sets by CCR and the Who totally floored me. I believe it has been remixed and remastered using only true Woodstock performances. 
Your vote for greatest (covers) album
Rolling Stones Blue and Lonesome Stones getting back to their roots.John Lennon Rock and RollBowie PinupsJohnny Cash the Man Comes Around 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Colosseum Daughter of Time I had forgotten this one some great music from terrific players.  
Magnepan, Ohm, Spatial or ??
If you get to the Audio Connection in NJ they carry both Maggie's and Vandy's I'm sure Johnny will give you an awesome demo. 
Pick my album
Out driving tonight popped in the Allman Brothers Hittin' the Note CD had forgotten how great it was.Happy listening 
Bob Dylan - new album just out on Tidal - Rough and Rowdy Ways
Any review or thoughts on the new album? 
magnapans.7i and subs
Check the specs before you buy, some subs  don't really go that low. It will depend on the music you listen to I guess. 
What 2 channel Amp would you Buy for $6k?
Another Pass 250.8 fan here. Great sounding will drive almost anything speaker wise. 
Sam here again.Is new remastered vinyl fake vinyl?
I find that remastered records usually have a much cleaner sound and the individual instruments stand out more. 
Neil Young Harvest
I would think the 2009 HDCD Neil Young remastered version would be among the best, don't really have another CD version to compare it to