mapman

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I'm going to buy my first tube amp. I need honest blunt opinions
I am very interested to see how this turns out.  
The new Linn LP12 50th Anniversary edition
@lalitk thanks.  Will check that out.   
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Based on the definition I’m demoting myself to a 3 in that though I value good sound and have an interest there I don’t consider the topic all that important really on the grand scale of things. Maybe even a 1.  Can I go negative?   As one might d... 
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se·ri·ous /ˈsirēəs/ adjective 1.  (of a subject, state, or activity) demanding careful consideration or application. "marriage is a serious matter"       Similar: important significant consequent... 
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Music first. The hifi is just a means to an end.   
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When I had my house built I had speaker wires run in wall throughout the house and the room my gear is in fully insulated with solid wood door.  Maybe that bumps me up a point or 2?    
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@ghdprentice nice!  I may be ready to retire sometime not too far ahead as well.   Still mulling over what I might do then.   
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@r042wal glad to hear that!  
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Interesting stuff!  
And Awaaay We Go!
Nice hifi!  
The new Linn LP12 50th Anniversary edition
I’m in the market for a pair of Linn Axis hinges that actually can keep the dustcover up if anyone knows of such a thing available.   
Does someone’s opinion affect your opinion?
I think everyone reading this has the best sound ever.     Did that help?  
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@nonoise I asked how serious not obsessed necessarily but I suppose the closer to 10 one gets the more one has to wonder. 🤔 Wondering if anyone is brave enough to fess up with a 10? We know you are out there.  Claim your audiophile crown with pri... 
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For example this year was busier than normal. I bought 2 very good but cost effective stands and updated my streaming with Roon, qobuz, and a second Cambridge Roon ready streamer. Then some new digital wires needed to hook things up off Amazon.  A... 
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I guess in terms of buying new gear I am more of a 3-4 I’d estimate. I go for a long time with what a I have once I get it right. But I am always on the lookout for technical advancements and features that might move the needle and in most years I...