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best mahler no. 5
I second Karajan's analog DG Originals, as a very intense, charged reading. I do not agree with those who like the Bernstein/DG. It has the same excesses, oddities & eccentricities of his other later recordings & it never moved me. Solti's... 
"The Audio Critic" B.S. or what?
Audio Critic, if it is still owned by Peter Azcel, ripped many people off, including myself, by stopping publication some years ago, promising refunds, as per their subscription policy, & NEVER REFUNDED MY MONEY OR MANY OTHERS. I wouldn't give... 
Eagle John Iverson
I believe Jon Iverson is, or was, writing for Stereophile -- clips on audio news. If he's not, email Stereophile for his whereabouts. 
Arragon Palladium@'s Vs Threshold T800D
I've noticed no one has responded to you. I don't have personal direct experience with the pieces, but from what I have heard, the Threshold T series are very good sounding amplifiers, probably in another league from Aragon. I was going to buy one... 
Most Honest Audio Magazine?
In particular, I want to comment on Stereophile. The quality of the magazine has continually declined in the past 5 years, despite John Atkinson's continued claims of neutrality & objectivity. Certainly for those of us into classical music, th... 
How do VANDERSTEEN Signature 2ce's rate?
Thanks for your replies -- keep them coming. Interesting how wildy opposite opinions are on Vandersteens. Like to hear from some Thiel owners who also auditioned Vandersteens. Any comments on low slope vs. high order crossovers?