johnto

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Shout out for Better Records
I would never pay that for a record but if you're a lawyer, dr, stockbroker or programmer  making that or more per hour it probably doesn't seem like much 
What album do you play over the holidays?
Elvis Christmas lp Mario Lanza and Bing as I grew up on them. 
Which band IS really America's Greatest (rock & roll band)?
For their influence the Velvet Underground.For music pleasure CCR and the Allman Brothers. 
Which magnepan
I had 1.7 and 1.7i with a sub in a room 12 x 15 and the sound was amazing. Sometimes the instrument placement is due to the mix of the recordings you're listening to. 
Top of the line?
Congrats always fun to get new equipment.Hopefully you'll tell us what you think of them once thet are off and running. 
Analogue Productions Jazz, Blues and Classical 33RPM vs 45RPM advice needed!!!
I purchased the Band Music From Big Pink 45 rpm version and found sonic improvements on some songs but not all. 
For those of us over 60..
Beatles, Stones,Kinks, Led ZeppelinCSNY nothing else needed 
Bands with great second albums
Mothers of Invention- Absolutely FreePink Floyd- Saucerful of Secrets Velvet Underground-White Light White HeatDoors-Strange DaysFree-Free 
boston newton area
Just noticed this I live in the area and would be intetrsted if anyone is still out there. 
Opinions on these budget integrateds?
I had a Parasound Hint paired with magnepan 1.7 and the sound was magical. You get everything you need even mm and mc phono pre built in with lots of power. 
What were your humble beginnings on the path to high end audio?
KLH model 11 then graduated to Nikko with Rectilinear XIb speakers and BSR table with Shure cartridge. 
Your most disappointing purchase or audition?
Just wondering whats the problem with the Pass 250.5 I have the 250.8 and think it's awesome. 
Your most disappointing purchase or audition?
Emotiva upa 1L mono blocks these amps blew about 7 times trying to power my Magnepan 1.7 speakers.I had expected much better since they were rated so high in wattage at both 8&4 ohms. 
Experience with Adio Equipment Trade-Up Promotions
I would think it would also depend on the equipment you are trading and how soon the dealer thinks he can resell it. 
Where do I start-amp or speakers ?
I have a 12 x 15 room and started with Maggie 1.7 a sub and Parasound Hint wonderful sounding system.  Total budget under $4 k on the used market.