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Favorite scream in rock?
Joe Cocker - With A Little Help From My Friends   
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Al Kooper - I Stand Alone  
YOUR AUDIOPHILE JOURNEY WHEN DID IT START AND HOW DID YOU GET TO YOUR DREAM SYSTEM?
Thanks @calvinj, I’m listening to it as I’m typing this. Also thanks for this post. It’s been fascinating to read about fellow audiophile’s musical journeys.  
YOUR AUDIOPHILE JOURNEY WHEN DID IT START AND HOW DID YOU GET TO YOUR DREAM SYSTEM?
I was 15 when I purchased my first stereo system at the end of 1976. They were no-name brand components that I can’t recall. but the thrill of having my first system was immense. In 1980 while in college, I saved money from a part time Summer job ... 
using two outputs from a dac?
When I purchased my Denafrips Pontus II DAC, I was informed by Alvin at Vinshine Audio that using both the XLR and RCA outputs simultaneously would result in a degradation of performance for the DAC. I also wanted to connect my DAC to both my inte... 
Which sounds better 2 way or 3 way speaker design
I agree that it depends on the speakers and other variables such as room size and configuration. I recently replaced 3 way tower speakers with 2 way stand mounts and the 2 way speakers sounds way better to my ears. Improved soundstage, mids, and t... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Miles Davis - The Complete Bitches Brew Sessions   
Recordings with BASS
Lou Reed’s “Walk on the Wild Side” with it’s distinctive bass line.  
Tune of the Day
"New Years Day" U2  
What were your favorite gear additions in 2024?
1 Dynaudio Confidence 20 stand mount speakers which replaced Elac Adante AF-61 towers. 2 Luxman L-509Z Integrated Amplifier which replaced a McIntosh MA6500 Integrated Amplifier. 3 Jay’s Audio CDT2-MK3 CD transport which replaced an Audiolab CDT... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
@ghosthouse Guru is also my personal favorite which has been on regular rotation since 86’ when it was released.  Veedon Fleece is a close second along with Astral Weeks, Moondance, Saint Dominic’s Preview and Poetic Champions. Being extremely pro... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
@ghosthouse Those are not only some of Van’s best, but they also happen to be among my all time favorite CDs.  
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Stereolab - Dots And Loops Sky Cries Mary - This Timeless Turning   
2025 Audio System Wish List Time!
Although I just recently declared myself done with upgrades, I have been contemplating upgrading my Denafrips Pontus II DAC to the Pontus 15th generation DAC. After reading that the new Pontus 15 is essentially a Venus 12th generation, this upgrad... 
HOW DID YOU END UP WITH YOUR DREAM SYSTEM?
@calvinj I fully agree with you, music is one thing that has consistently brought me joy and has often gotten me through some rough patches in life.  I also feel that I have achieved my "dream" sound within the confines of my modest listening spac...