mapman

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A perfect song? What are your choices?
Run for Home by Lindisfarne The Reason by Hoobastank  
Deciding between kef r11, b&w 702s2 and sonus faber sonetto v
They are all good. Whichever YOU prefer is all that matters.   
Wall Art
I have used  https://fineartamerica.com/art/music   for nice custom framed pieces at reasonable cost.          
A perfect song? What are your choices?
“Don’t Dream it’s Over” - Crowded House ”Conquistador” - Procol Harum (live version) “Don’t you Wish it were True” - John Fogerty ”Kiss Me” - Sixpence Non the Richer “No Rain” - Blind Melon  “Nights In White Satin” - Moody Blues ”With Twilig... 
Up to $4000US tower speakers for Jazz and Classical Music
Ohm Walsh.   
Are modern receivers any better than older ones?
Yes modern everything is better, though it is hard to compare apples and apples in this case.  A lot has changed!  
Was my friend given misinformation.
Yes he was.   
Is this a scam?
Always get payed before shipping unless you know the buyer.   
Does remote control degrade the sound of tube preamps?
I resolved this clearly a while back but if anyone feels compelled to continue to debate a moot point feel free. 🤷  
Opportunity to buy Demo Magico M2?
It’s still a lot of money. I would only do it if it is assured you can try and get money back if not up to snuff.  
Opportunity to buy Demo Magico M2?
Just follow your own ears ( and budget).  Lots of fish in that sea!  
Why Is Hi Fi Gear So Darn Expensive?
I always seek to listen to and emulate “the best”.   
Homage to those who are pleased with your audio rig
Label me pleased. 🍻  
Why Is Hi Fi Gear So Darn Expensive?
@bluorion Regarding the how much does high fidelity have to cost I will throw out the example of Grado SR80i headphones as a lowest cost entry point. Use these with any good quality streaming app on a smartphone and viola…..really good sound!  ... 
Why Is Hi Fi Gear So Darn Expensive?
Well I can’t agree with the nothing has changed perspective. Technology and its application has improved immensely and continues to do so. That does make a big difference.  Old stuff has less and less appeal to me these days I find. It can be done...