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Tampa Audio Expo 2022
That’s pretty concerning when such a high percent of supposedly “special gear” fails the test. Someone may be a bit out of touch with things.  Why even bother?  
Classical Music for Aficionados
Very much enjoying the Classical Newest Releases playlist on Spotify this afternoon.  Check it out!  
King Crimson
You are in for a treat. 🤗. Turn it up loud!  
Suggestions for a streamer only (I have a great DAC)
You will get a very limited perspective on streaming options these days if you rely solely on old school audio sources. One that may well cost you a premium. High quality streaming is everywhere these days. Take your pick. The features cost suppor... 
Suggestions for a streamer only (I have a great DAC)
I’ve been steaming more of late from Plexamp running on PC to my system DAC. See system pics. https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/9811 pc is physically isolated from hifi and use a long usb wire to connect. Sounds very good. Also been usin... 
Audio nonsense
Rather than talk about nonsense, I’m just enjoying the fruits of my labor. Nonsense not needed.  Just the facts ma’am.   
Mercury Living Presence
Nice.  Love your setup. You must be proud!   Thanks for resurrecting old thread!        
Audio nonsense
Allegedly.....    
Those who seek to deny access to information
+1 @jji666  
Law of Accelerated Returns
It’s true the most important ingredient is caring, not money.   I know my hifi sounds good and the way I want it to sound to me. Lots of time and sweat and a few $$$s spent over the years to get it that way. Also listening to everything and anyt... 
Are you pairing Tube Preamp/Line Stage with Class D Power Amp?
Yes Audio Research sp16 to Bel Canto ref1000m monoblocks. Love the pairing. May be trying something new soon. Always looking to downsize. . See here: https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/9811    
KEF Blade 2
Not likely to spend that much on speakers. But if I were……  
KEF Blade 2
That’s awesome. Something real  you can sink your teeth into. Have a pair of ls50 metas and the originals they replaced. Can’t wait to hear the new Blades. Maybe someday.  
KEF LS50 Meta
Still loving mine. Planning to try out a nad m33 soon to see if it can replace what I have. Expecting it will do just fine with the KEFs in the smaller room ( see my system pics) but my big Ohms in  the much bigger room where I tend to go with hig... 
A Suggestion Regarding Removal Of Posts
There you go........plain and simple...