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Caladan Break-in
@tweak1 thanks. I have been using CD discs on continuous repeat to break in cables and electronics. Works quite well. The difference with speakers, if I understand this correctly, is that they require some volume to completely break in the drivers... 
Anyone else order Caladans from Clayton Shaw?
"I noticed today that there's already a cherry pair for sale on USAudiomart for $2800.00" WOW...an awesome 20% off a USED speaker that we can buy new with full warranty and return privleges. Let's jump on that Roxy 54!   
New Review on AricAudio amplifier & speakers
Just wanted to mention how much I have enjoyed Terry London's reviews over the years. Very informative and credible. Thanks.  
Caladan Break-in
Due to elderly relatives I'm caring for, LOUD is not an option at any time. Great for others though, thanks for the info. Luckily, I've learned to be very patient with equipment break- in. If it takes 6 months at low volume, so be it. And yes, I k... 
Martin Logan 13A's with Rel subs? A match?
My experience with stats is that they always sound more coherent without a sub. At that price point, I would hope the 13A's aren't failing in that regard. If so, you have my sympathies for buying Martin Logan. Move on.  
Recommendations for really well-recorded music for high-end audio system demo
Sex Pistols - Never Mind The Bollocks  
Wish to Upgrade Phono Stage and Cart
I would give my left nut to have a P10...Anything else would be gravy.  
Best Audiophile/Music T-Shirts
No picture, but I saw them everywhere. Disco Sucks from the 70's. Best T Shirt ever.  
Do you belong more to souce first or to speakers first school of thought ?
Chicken or Egg?  
Do you past equipment appear in your dreams?
Hell No. And I'm so glad. My dreams have better things to do.  
12 wire compared to Nordost Blue Heaven Speaker Cable?
I love it when people come in here to stir stuff up by pretending to play dumb. And then, when they're brought up to to speed by well-intended posters, they just double down and continue to play dumb. This is a worthless thread.  
Steve Albini R.I.P.
All of them. He never did a bad job.  
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Beth Gibbons - Lives Outgrown    
When Was The Audio Golden Age?
21  
Cassettes Kassettes!!
Hell No!!