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Shipping prices and buyers...
Ivan,I have received inquiries about items I have had listed that really drive me up the wall. Some people either can't read well or have short term memory loss and ask questions that are in the ad TWICE. Like when you have original box, owners ma... 
Return to Audio: What Products to Consider?
Andrew,I forgot to mention you would need another NAP 160 for the active arrangement. Still, it would be inexpensive, killer sound.Happy listening,Patrick 
turntable recommendation
Mctuff,Please take the time to audition a Linn LP12. One of these with the Valahlla power supply, an Ittok arm and a modest cartridge (Sumiko Blue Point Special) is a real joy to own and can be bought for a very reasonable cost used.Happy listenin... 
Nitty Gritty or VPI, Which record cleaner ? ? ? ?
I also own a Nitty Gritty and agree with Drubin. If you spend more more now you will not regret it. 
Return to Audio: What Products to Consider?
Andrew,You're going to get a lot of input on this. Here is my 2 cents worth. There is a Naim 32 preamp and Nap 160 amp listed here for $600. There is also a pair of Linn Kan I active speakers with a Naim active crossover (Naim Naxo) at $995. Find ... 
What is the best Beatle Song
"Here Comes The Sun". Thank George for this one.Happy listening,Patrick 
Talk About Static Cling...
Seriously guys, I'm telling you that some of my LP's are made out of voodoo vinyl.Happy listening,Patrick 
Magnetic levitating turntable shelf-opinions?
Guys,I stayed up most of the night doing some experimentation. These are my results:Note that my music room has a carpeted concrete floor.Moving my preamp and turntable into the garage which is next to my music room provided no audible improvement... 
SACD finally taking-off? non-classical listeners
Unfortunately, the digital domain is still in it's infancy. I doubt very much if the spinning disc actually survives whatever lies ahead for this format. The NASA tech briefs sometimes give a glimpse into the future of the digital world. Houston, ... 
Is it necessary to clean every record?
Yes, it is. 
Talk About Static Cling...
Motdathird,I wish I knew. This problem seems to plague the same lp's while others seem to be immune to it. I believe the problem is caused by certain types of vinyl.Happy listening,Patrick 
Reaching the end of a music collection
Turnaround,I have begun the practice of swapping music with a group of freinds. We are all trustworthy and care for each others CD's as our own. This has evolved into something resembling a pyramid. Each of us has friends outside of the core group... 
No interest in battery powered components?
TWL,I don't think you're crazy. Most of the people that know me think I am however, so this may not be much of an endorsment. ;~)Happy listening,Patrick 
Speaker cable recommendation please
Everyone,Thanks for the information. I guess I'll go dig around in the search engines for speaker mods to the Heresy's.My best to all,Patrick 
Ear Plug/Hearing Protection Poll
I spend considerable time tuning race motors on the dyno and always wear protection. I'm proud of the fact that I was the first local racer to install a really good exhaust system on my drag car which actually made the car faster.Compressed air sy...