mapman

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Law of Accelerated Returns
@mijostyn To your point, I have heard only one setup EVER that did the 3-d soundstage to the extent you describe...and I have heard 100’s over the years I would estimate. As I have alluded to on occasion in past threads here, that was a demo of... 
KEF Blade 2
Enjoy those Blades!    
Procol Harum’s Gary Brooker, Singer and Co-Writer of ‘A Whiter Shade of Pale,’ Dies at 76
😕  
is the 1990s "WIDE MODE" setting the 'soundstage' of today, and a gimmick?
 Could be.    
Ridiculous resale price of vintage equiment
Yes the shop I know of with good prices on vintage gear also stocks and sells a lot of records and gets a good price for those so I expect the gear is mainly a way to get new customers who will buy records which is where the profit actually is.  
Ridiculous resale price of vintage equiment
The prices can vary widely. I’ve seen at least one shop that specializes in fixing up vintage gear and they sell for a very reasonable price, sometimes a small fraction of what some others similar might ask. Depends on the local economy.  
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