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What were the radio stations of your youth that helped you on your music/audio journey?
WNEW-NYC, Alison Steele, “The Nightbird”WYEP-Pgh, Rosemary Welsh 
Blue Lights
+1 benchmark 
Preamp Opinion
+1 @atmasphere for decades i was leary of tubes, finally gave it a try in preamp and phono preamp.....FANTASTIC!!  also rolled a few tubes, WONDERFUL!! 
That Other Audiophile Website
I, as well, once purchased a used cable that arrived, absolutely stinking of cigar smoke....i cleaned it well with alcohol, and let it "air" for several days in my garage....all was well after that.....though I agree "shame on the seller", most sm... 
Top 5 Reaons to NOT BUY A TURNTABLE.
+1 vinylzone 
Who are the Stand Up Guy's and Gals in this Audio Industry?
+1 Mark atLinear Tube Audio 
What do audiophiles do in their cars?
In the tradition of my ancestors, always answer a question with a question....What to oenophiles do in their car? 
Supply chain affecting anyone?
I have been waiting since May for REVEL SALON 2...originally told end of Sept, now HOPING end of November 
Who are the Stand Up Guy's and Gals in this Audio Industry?
Jacques Riendeau-ORACLEKeith Herron-HERRON AUDIONelson Pass-PASS LABS 
LP cleaning experience
I tried, actually. Transparent vinyl…impossible 
AnologMagik
$750, well maybe, but additionally having to have a windows computer and sound card…not!  Anyone want to share or rent this to me? 
How long do good speakers last?
I have had a lovely pair of Von Schweikert VR4.5 Silver Edition for over 30 years, and they still perform wonderfully, including several home relocations.  Cosmetically some cat damage to grill cloth, only..... 
Matching solid state amps with tube based pre amps
LTA MicroZotl Preamp/Herron phono into Pass Labs X250.8. Beautiful sound… 
Turntable versus tonearm versus cartridge: which is MOST important?
though I realize not everyone here will agree, and most do agree that "everything matters", I strongly believe that the areas of analogue reproduction involving the conversions of mechanical to electrical information, and vice versa, are the likel... 
Tubes
+1 @tvad!I wouldnt trust ebay for such a purchase.....I have used Brent Jessee, as well....pleasant to deal with, great advice and selection...in this case I believe you get what you pay for, with diminishing returns.....Good luck