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Will the sound quality deminish over the years?
I just sold a 33 year old pair of Yamaha NS1000M speakers from my second sound system. To my ears they still sounded just fine, even after 33 years frequent use and replacement of two blown tweeter 10 years ago (don't ask). Interestingly, my main ... 
Why do designers/manufacturers...?
For me "Rlwainwright" said it all. Case in point, QUAD ESL 63 loudspeakers still sound wonderful (not perfect) after all these years. If Peter Walker (the designer) thought they could have been improved using audio voodoo, I am sure he would have ... 
PK's Refurbished Quads in SoCal
You need to specify which one; ESL57, ESL63, 2805, 2905 etc. 
Any suggestions where to find used pair B&W 801D?
I know everyone is entitled to their opinion. However, the last post from "Sdrconsultant" is a bit over the top. So, if I gave you a pair of B&W 801D speakers for free, you would presumably stick with your Home Depot plastic laundry tubs and w... 
blue jeans cable?
Great products, outstanding service and all at a reasonable price. Highly recommended. 
Amarra 3.0 vs. Audirvana
I tried Amarra HiFi 2.5 and Audirvana Plus; eventually settled on Audirvana Plus for three reasons. 1. Audirvana Plus just sounded better to my ears, slightly higher resolution IMHO. However, I am not going to pretend the difference is night and d... 
Best Option To Liquidate CD Collection
At last, an answer to the original question that I understand and makes perfect sense. Thank you REL. 
Software recommendations
I have tried Amara and Audirvana Plus, preferred the sound of Audirvana Plus. Very easy to use and completely reliable. 
Computer vs CD/SACD discs
See my previous post on this subject, I made the switch to computer audio just over a year ago and could not be happier with the results. Sound quality is every bit as good as anything I have heard at various HiFi show demonstrations over the year... 
Need advice on HD tracks platback.
I am also using an Oppo 105 to perform D/A conversion. I use a MacBook Air to store (and download to) HD Tracks FLAC files with Aurdirvana Plus. I could not be happier with the results; see my previous post on this subject:http://forum.audiogon.co... 
Best Audio store in Tokyo ?
Just go to the Akihabara area of Tokyo, you will be amazed at the range of high end HiFi and HT equipment on sale at many stores in this area. Go to this site for more information:http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3003.html 
Led Zeppelin in Hi-rez
I also purchased the 24/96 Hi-Rez versions of Led Zeppelin 1 and 2 from HD Tracks. I agree with Dasign, these versions are probably as good as they are ever going to get. Certainly better than anything else I have heard so far. 
Sell quality turntable to buy top CD player?
For just over $1k you can buy an Oppo 105. A very versatile multi format player, you name it, it will play that disc format. Sound quality on Redbook CD is excellent, fantastic for SACD and Blu Ray. But best of all, it has an asynchronous USB B in... 
HDTRACKS sample rate
Are you using iTunes? 
Sheffield Lab
Agree, Sheffield Lab made some amazing direct to disc LPs. Who can forget, Thelma Houston I've Got The Music In Me. I remember hearing this LP 30 plus years ago to demonstrate a QUAD system (ELS 53 I believe) and realized, this is it, this is what...