mapman

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RMAF 2016................Boenicke W5
The size of some of the models mentioned may be paltry but the cost is not. That’s the point. Has nothing to do if they are judged to sound good or not. What is so hard to understand?I’ve heard the Magico Monitors and yes the sound was superb. If ... 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Czar, many others around the world as well I am sure, but well, I live in America, so I am certainly not qualified to judge other countries artistic icons, nor who qualifies most for an international award. I can only speak for my guys, and Dylan ... 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Whoops, how did I forget Elvis?   Presley, not Costello. 
RMAF 2016................Boenicke W5
Here's some good reading on size and when it matters.http://ohmspeakers.com/news/big-woofers-give-better-bass-maybe/It explains well why size matters but not all drivers of a particular size are created equal.The OHm Microwalsh speaker is an excel... 
RMAF 2016................Boenicke W5
Charles,The only thing I would take exception with is comparing them to much larger and/or expensive speakers and calling the cost paltry by comparison. it is not paltry for speakers that size. just like a $100 fuse might be worth it to some but t... 
Best amp for natural timbre of unamplified acoustic instruments & vocals w/ Revel F32?
For those speakers I would look towards a good quality newer Class D or Class D hybrid type amp.Something along the line of the Rogue Pharoah or Peachtree's new Nova 300  (integrated amps) or Bel Canto ref600.I have used older Bel Canto ref1000m a... 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Dylan EllingtonDavisCashSpringsteenBillie HolidayRobert JohnsonMahalia JacksonMichael JacksonBased on total influence and impact, these are the contenders in my mind for greatest American individual musical artists of the last 100 years. 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
My biggest hope is that teh accolades Dylan receives while still with us leads to a revival of content in American popular music.   Pendulums do swing you know. 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
When I am asked if on a desert island and I had to listen to just one musical act,  My answer is Johnny Cash.  He is the only other American musician that I think can match Dylan in scope and impact.    I can relate to both a lot, but I think John... 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
If you read the criteria for winning a Nobel Prize, Dylan fits it perfectly. Him putting his words into music is the icing on the cake that makes the totallity of his impact even more obvious. Being a musician brought his wordws to more people tha... 
RMAF 2016................Boenicke W5
Charles,Its a preconceived notion based on the laws of physics and having heard many speakers both large and small that have no choice but to always abide by those laws. Not just whimsy or speculation. Its how things work.  Whereas a reviewers rev... 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
bd nice assessment and hard to disagree with.  his impact is huge perhaps the biggest artistic impact on the world over his time. 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Inna like Johnny Cash, he understands and is able to relate to people. I think that’s what mostly matters and his style and technique are just a means to that end.  Also both are true to themselves and come across as humble.   It all adds up. 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Now "Neighborhood Bully" author gets his due. 
Dylan wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Jealous?