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Anyone Attend RMAF?
Even RMAF, the topic of this thread seemed to be lacking buzz on this site this year compared to years past. What's up with that? 
Anyone Attend RMAF?
So apparently DSOTM and HC didn't impress anyone even more than in years past. You might expect that if things were truly progressing the "old standards" might get some new life breathed into them? Apparently not.Now the burning question: Were the... 
Why does most new music suck?
Nicely said Frogman! 
Why does most new music suck?
I hated NW for teh most part when it peaked. I like some of it now in that it came and went and don't have to hear it all the time anymore. Like most all pop music fads. 
Transitioning from SS to tube amplification
I've also read the speakers have been measured elsewhere and published sensitivity specs are not useful in this regard. These are smaller monitors with extended bass Can't be very sensitive also. You can only have two of the three together at once. 
Solid State Amplifier Advancements In A Decade
There is only so much human ears can hear. We are limited in frequency response and SPLs. I suppose progress can be made with lower noise and distortion levels that truly approach 0 more, but what will be the audible difference?So amps can continu... 
Why does most new music suck?
Most of anything, music whatever is average at best pretty much by definition. You always have to look harder to find the gems. The real ones tend to stick around longer. Most fade into oblivion with maybe a very limited fanbase at best. 
Solid State Amplifier Advancements In A Decade
Well they definitely do not make any sound alone but some parts definitely seem to get certain sonic attributes associated with them over time so there you go. 
USB printer cable VS USB audiophile grade cable?
Better shielding against noise sources almost always pays dividends when needed. No doubt about that. 
Leonard Bernstain Rhapsody In Blue...
Bernstein was a Copland guy. 
Rowland's new integrated amp
I'm listening to my 500 w/ch amps now at moderate high volume and loving it but now thinking what if I had 1500..... 😜 
Rowland's new integrated amp
The thing about it is yes its expensive but you know exactly what you are getting and why. How many expensive pieces of audio are out there where not only do you wonder at the price but also exactly what makes it worth it? Better sound is often th... 
Are you happy with Windows 10 Pro?
I am in process of upgrading one of my light use win 7 laptops. I'll see how that goes and decide from there. 
Rowland's new integrated amp
...like having Superman for a stereo rig. 🏆 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
"All you need is love". Says the most to the most in the fewest words.