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Think fast: What would you take?
Daddog, Good to hear "all is good". Hang in there. 
Think fast: What would you take?
So many good people in our audio community. Thank you for your encouragement and excellent ideas. As I stated earlier, one dear friend lost everything . 2 others are at level 2. Local news says Portland has the worst air quality in the world ( the... 
Think fast: What would you take?
Lots of great advise. Thanks to this great community.I considered packing a few LPs and CDs. In my original post I alluded to riots which "sparked" some ranting.  But, this is not about riots. Mea culpa. It's about us as audiophiles. Is there anyt... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Uberwaltz, Tomic601, Many thanks! 
Think fast: What would you take?
Thanks Nonoise. Wise words.Chuck, of course I'm serious. No need to get into politics. There are fires all over Oregon right now. It blows in the wind and destroys homes and lives. That's it.  You're  an audio friend and I hope you are safe. One o... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Nothing! Oregon is on fire. Wish I could pack my system up, but...We are at level one.So far, one of my dear audiophile friends has lost his home. 2 more are in level 2. Perhaps Crazy World of Arthur Brown's, Fire! is in order? 
Passing of an Audiogon Member
Sounds like a great guy. Thanks for sharing his story and passion. Like Jimi said, “see you in the next world, and don’t be late...” 
Passing of an Audiogon Member
Sounds like a great guy. Thanks for sharing his story and passion. Like Jimi said, “see you in the next world, and don’t be late...” 
Your favorite album cover...
Jimi- Electric LadyLand (the red one. although the nude is more hypnotizing)Jimi- Axis Bold as LoveCream- D. Gears ( I look for beat up copies and cut out pieces and use them in my room with blacklight). Great LP.Los Lobos- Will the Wolf Survive?J... 
Sam here.l realize now why so many people think my ideas are crazy?
Not only is it written in the Bible. Crosby, side 2, track 3: Deja Vu...Almost Cut My Hair... 
What has been your costliest mistake in this hobby?
Mounting a brand new cartridge. Had a small screw driver laying on the platter. Moved the arm over to see the cart alignment. Screw driver slammed into cartridge and knocked the stylus off! Stupid mistake. I now have a small tool box for mounting ... 
Why are there so many wooden speakers?
My speakers, AudioMachinas, are made of solid aluminum and they are fantabulous.  Super revealing of any component and/or cable.  Extremely detailed and clear imaging.  
How Do You Live The Audiophile Life
Lots of good advise. I agree with the guy who:find a group of audiophiles. We have a group through meetup.com Lots of guys willing to share and help. Robert Harley's book is helpful to get the audio neurons going. So is Smith's. Check Craigslist f... 
Unbelievable
Makes your speakers disappear in the dark.  
Best debut album
Los Lobos (a time to dance...)SantanaCreamThe Doors