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Most demanding passages for a turntable & system
The Telarc recordings from that time pushed the bubble in terms of dynamic range as a means of demonstrating what digital was capable of during its nascent phase in home audio. Unfortunately few tables were able to track the recordings effectively... 
All in one brand, please help
KEFs newer products are making some big waves.... 
Most demanding passages for a turntable & system
VEry few tables in the day could track This with out clearly audible problems or worse. 
Whats your current Reference CD at the moment?
Fancy Pants by Count Basie 
Reviewing the Reviewers - and the decline of HiFi
"Why is everything always "in decline"? Why is there constantly a "conspiracy"?"That's a good question. I know for sure that I am in gradual decline getting older and we all are in that same boat as far as I know. I think its just perhaps wanting ... 
M-Lores or Aon 3: bass/imaging
I've heard those Goldenears and really liked them a lot, especially for the price. Have not heard Tekton, but a totally different design there. I suspect Aon3 and Class D amp should make a very good pairing!My only reservation is I am not a ribbon... 
Why Don't More People Love Audio?
I think its mostly more things to compete for peoples leisure interests and affections these days including portable audio. Mobile is where its at these days. And even when sitting at home on ones arse, just for entertainment purposes, internet, g... 
How to remove harshness from my digital gear
FWIW, I never play CDs directly on my system anymore. THey get ripped to music server and played from there using Squeezebox or similar network player with external DAC. This approach takes a lot of the guesswork and uncertainties associated with ... 
Bass leaves after amp warms up?
Yes, I am curious to hear as well.I'm hoping it works out but clearly Fishing is basing his buying decisions on something other than the recommendations that have been offered up here. More power to him! I just hope it works out! Nothing on paper ... 
Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em?
"This is where Ohm is distinctive and special. I've heard that the components used vary even within the same model and vintage. BUT, Ohm has a decades-long track record of almost obsessive, monomaniacal preservation and refinement of the house sou... 
Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em?
"It's ironic that Map's wish for more transparency appears on the endless Ohm Walsh thread, since Ohm has never been known for being open about what's in their cans. "Yes, it is and has been noted, but the OHM and D Sonic cases are not comparable ... 
Why Don't More People Love Audio?
"Poll most audiophiles and you may find that among many 'hardcore' ones, anyway, they not only often trace their interest back into their childhood, but can also relate it to even a specific event - a moment in which things crystallized for them, ... 
The Best of Chandos?
Seems to be a "choral" theme running through the Chandos recommendations so far. 
What is your preference, Records or CDs?
"Mapman, you mentioned good speed control as one of the important factors for good vinyl reproduction. Do you think that direct drive as opposed to belt drive can maintain platter speed better?"From my experience years ago selling many brands and ... 
Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em?
YEah, not much to go on, but price is right and there is a return policy of some sort if not satisfied.In the case of D Sonic, where they are dependent on other amp module manufacturers for the main engine, I personally wish they would be a little...