maineiac

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Should I upgrade my turntable?
Love what you got, you won't get anywhere meaningful with $250. Have fun listening to music, isn't that what it is all about? 
Electrostatic versus conventional speakers
That said a better amp would work and the sound is a lot different from the B&W , much more transparent natural soundingYes indeed. 
New Von Schweikert VR 33?
Let's face it, it is a very tough business environment out there for all businesses and I am sure those in higher end audio can feel the pinch more acutely. Albert through his dealer network built a very good reputation for his products and his se... 
New Von Schweikert VR 33?
Albert is a very good guy, he stands behind his products which are very good. 
anyone else experience this problem?
Underdog, I can't imagine VPI designing a table that would knowingly make a grinding noise like that. It is somehow defective and should be returned as noted by the other posters. Good luck. 
anyone else experience this problem?
that can't be right. 
Audio with a Computer source
Your goals don't exactly seem clear. It seems like you want to do both home theater and great 2 channel. If this is the case I would go with a good integrated with a home theater pass through that can be used in conjunction with a home theater rec... 
2k$ speakers that meet my criteria?
Let's see, this seems like a SAT question:very musical, not analytical or dry, timbre accurate bass, dynamics, large 3d soundstage, not fussy about placement, $2K. Which one of the above items does not belong with the rest? 
Name the tube amp in the Lexus commercial
The only reason that a prop is in the commercial is because it is supposed to cause an emotional reaction. It is interesting when people come to my house and see my turntable and tubes and system. They look perplexed at first and then you can see ... 
Musical Fidelity fine-tuning service
I would ask Walter Liederman over at underwoodhifi. I know he carries MF and is a fan of mods. 
"Neck and Neck" Mark Knopfler/Chat Atkins
I have it on CD (wish I had it on vinyl) and it is certainly one of my favorites. I love the interaction between Chet and Mark and their respective guitar styles. I also really love all of Chet's and Mark's stuff as well. 
Doors Documentary 5-12 on PBS
I watched it with my 15 year old daughter which made it interesting to discuss the Doors, the 60s, and self destruction. It was great to see all of that footage. Jim was an animal. I'm not sure he would have done much else if he would have lived l... 
Need help identifying these cool speakers?
I guess advertising must work if someone sees a speaker in a shoe advertisement and is willing to hunt it down.Maybe there is a package deal, amp, speakers, tt, and shoes. 
Has anyone tried EAT KT88's in their power amps
I bought some Ruby KT88's on a lark, and they sounded very good from the start but now that they have some hours on them they are really shining. I still like the genelex reissues a lot too. 
Favorite Music DVD?
Alice in Chains - UnpluggedFleetwood Mac - The DanceElvis Costello - Live in MemphisElvis' performances of Monkey to Man, Pump It Up, Allison, and I still miss someone w/ Emmy Lou Harris are just awesome.Talking Heads - Stop Making SenseGwen Stefa...