jrpnde

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PSB Owners
Thanks jtuba for your input. I am interested in whether the Synchrony is noticeably superior to the Imagine. Also, the comparison would be between the Imagine B and the Synchrony 2 B (bookshelves) and not the Synchrony 2 floor stander. The enclosu... 
Favorite song to demo or test drive speakers?
Jackson Browne album 'For Every Man'. 
I'm here for the enthusiasts, not the snobbery
   Interesting.....Funny how just the mention of a word or two (motorcycles/cars) can take a post into an entirely different direction, not that it's a bad thing. Personal attacks and criticism are something left to other sites. The concept of thi... 
Best cheap integrated amp
As I'm sure you already know, the synergy between amp and speakers is paramount. Some amps sound great with some speakers and lousy with others. There are plenty of NAD opponents here but I can make a recommendation that's worth looking into.....T... 
Tweaks that work? (yes very subjective topic)
millercarbon must own stock in BDR cones. He mentions them in a lot of his posts.Waiting for another snide comment??? 
What would you do if items from Ebay had beenlost?
Of the many items I have purchased on eBay only once was an item not delivered to me. A couple of months ago I purchased a coffee maker on eBay for $60(no signature required) and used PayPal. Received a tracking number for FedEx. I monitor trackin... 
Luxman dealers
almarg is completely correct. All of the online purchases I have made in the last few months from out of state sellers have added in the sales tax of 8%, the sales tax in New York where I live.And Jetter..........I have always thought that sales t... 
12 years or 18 years?
While not available in my area, I remember drinking a type of booze that was named Golden Grain or Everclear (180+ proof). Great for spiking punch bowls, juicing up watermelons, or just as a fireside sipping whiskey (just not to sit too close to t... 
bose 1801 amplifier
   I amp not familiar with that amp. Do you intend to use the amp with 901 speakers? I only ask that because I have some knowledge about the speakers. If they have much age on them then carefully check if the foam surrounds are shot. Not a rare co... 
John Prine, singer, songwriter, legend - Dead at 73 from COVID-19
The first and only time I heard John perform live was in a small coffee house in Ottawa, Ont. in the 70's. It was a staple in that city that catered to people with a passion for good acoustic music. Place probably didn't hold more than 150 people.... 
Bose 901
The 901's certainly didn't need 350 watts to drive them. I always thought Bose is overpriced/mediocre equipment. Still do. Years ago, just being curious, I purchased a used pair of Series 3 with stands and EQ. I discovered that the foam surrounds ... 
LP made from a digital master recording...
   So much science in this discussion. Groove geometry, master recording, streaming capability, and a host of others. LP quality and digital quality will always come back to the original recording. CD's, streaming, and LP's all will suffer or bene... 
Best songs to test speakers
Not one of my favorite types of music but Jethro Tull 'Thick As a 'Brick'. If you can find a decent/quality recording. 
Which is the most important part of a stereo system?
Lots of good advice here. Millercarbon probably offers the best. For the last several decades I've been through many different audio setups and equipment have learned that one single component or cable doesn't make or break the sound that you want... 
Frustrated with Vinly
tomic601 is spot on about seeking out a local dealer dedicated to vinyl. Many advocate cleaning brand new records. That practice may hold some value. It's difficult to find new vinyl pressings that equal the quality of those made during the "vinyl...