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How do you fix an ''out of print'' scratched CD ?
Rcprince has the right idea. I have used turtle wax to fix some cds. put small amount on scratch, let it dry, then very gently wipe off with TP. I've also seen a couple of cd "fixing" machines used in cd stores, so if you claim your cd is scratche... 
No Audiophiles in Hollywood
This may be slightly off topic but your post makes me think of the MTV show "cribs". I've seen quite a few episodes of the camera crew going through the homes of hollywood types, sports stars, and music stars. Almost all of them had sony, pioneer,... 
Jolida 502b, Manley Stingray & VTL- I85 compare ?
I know this isn't on your "short list" but do yourself a favor and put ROGUE AUDIO Tempest (integrated) on that list. Actually, since your room is a little big you might want to try the Tempest MAGNUM. It is 90WPC compared to the 60WPC of the "sta... 
I Need Some "Modern Groove" Jazz Suggestions
Thanks for all the suggestions. I'll try listening to some when I get a chance.I knew I might get some,what the heck is he.....But I'll try to answer some of the "questioned" responses.Sbank,the music that I listened to and called too funky, or ac... 
Cables for Meadowlark Audio Kestral 2 speakers....
$1200 sounds good to me, especially since you don't have to break them in. meadowlark claims break-in of 100-300 hrs. and i've seen reviews that claim around 300 for best sound. Mine sound great and if more hrs. make them sound even better, i'll b... 
Cables for Meadowlark Audio Kestral 2 speakers....
First let me say that I hope you bought a pair of used "broken in" ones? When I first received them I put them in a 11x11x8H room and they had lesser bass response,bright sounding tweeters,very detailed,good with vocals,and no finicky placement. T... 
CD Changer, Carousel, oy HELP.
Yioryos, yes i love the Tempest also. I've only had it for a month w/lower grade components so i'm still on the fence concerning pentode or triode modes(both sound great). I'll wait for my "new" upgrades before i decide. Luckily I have found sourc... 
CD Changer, Carousel, oy HELP.
Warnerwh, thanks for the extra "model #" info. I wasn't aware of the Sony "higher line" but I wasn't thinking of Best Buy. There are a few audio/video type stores around but they seem to be more into the home theatre craze. But almost all of them ... 
CD Changer, Carousel, oy HELP.
Thanks for the responses. After looking on audiogon it's a little overwhelming seeing about a "million" different brands of cd players out there. Tfkaudio, your response kinda surprised me by naming a SONY product. I wouldn't think "audiophiles" w...