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Triangle Titus: Still Competitive?
I have owned a pair of the Class B-rated Titus speakers for about 8 years -- bought new. While I think the Class B rating was a bit heady, they offer high musicality and outstanding value. Haven't had the desire to upgrade and instead spent my $$$... 
Electrocompanient EMP-2 vs. Oppo BDP-103
I read somewhere that part of the issue is that smaller manufacturers like Electrocompaniet cannot afford the high Blu-Ray license fees for small production volumes.So they turn to larger manufacturers and source the base parts and in effect buy t... 
Alarm Clock with Audiophile Grade Sound?
I second the Cue Acoustics R1 Radio, available direct from the manufacturer, on auction sites, or Outlaw Audio (which sells a special version).I've had one for a couple of years, along with the satellite speaker for true stereo sound. I use it as ... 
Com'on...confess..........
A very rare recording from 1970 I play for my audiophile friends and while auditioning at local vendors:The Best of Marcel MarceauSome great tracks, which basically consist of 10 minutes of silence followed by thunderous applause... 
Why No Power Button on Some Phono Stages?
Thanks for all of your responses. Yes, I do seek sound quality, but I don't want to leave uneccessary devices on when I am out of the house for several days, often weeks at a time.While I do agree that it's optimal to listen to components when the... 
Choosing a Floorstander by Footprint Size
Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I made a decision -- sort of. I bought a used pair of Totem Arros in perfect condition and I also ordered a pair of OHM Microwalshes. Whichever speakers my mom doesn't like, I will take! So we both win. 
which floor speaker up to 1500.00
New or used? Type of amplification?If used, I have been auditioning some small floor standers and have liked these with classical/jazz:- OHM Microwalsh SE- Opera Super Pavarotti- Totem Acoustic Arro 
Choosing a Floorstander by Footprint Size
Thanks everyone for your recommendations. The OHM Speakers really intrigued me as she will be sitting much of the time off-axis from the sweet spot, so the wider the sound stage, the better.She can put bookshelfs on an open credenza, but I think s...