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Don’t buy used McCormack DNA 1990s amps
Bummer; I had been in vague discussions with Patrick regarding upgrading my DNA500. Never really got any specific prices. Probably mostly my fault for not pursuing. Anybody know of anyone else doing work on these amps. Maybe it's better to move on... 
Conrad Johnson Repair Issues
I’m relieved to report that my CJ repair saga has come to a close. I was finally permitted to speak to Mr. Johnson & we came to an agreement whereby they would essentially purchase the repaired Premier 17 from me at a price that represents wha... 
Conrad Johnson Repair Issues
Thanks one & all for your advice & concern. It’s every Audiogoner’s worst nightmare.I really don't want this to  be a bashing episode because I love this Company & their equipment. They've given me thousands of hours of beautiful music... 
Anybody a high-end pen collector here?
Not really a pen collector but possess some pens that are interesting in a historical sense.I was given several Presidential bill signing pens includinga JFK bill signing pen, a couple LBJ bill signing pens & a Richard Nixon bill signing pen. ... 
Any information/experience with Olive ONE
I've been very interested in the new Olive 4,5 & 6 shown on their website. After about 3 months the order button is still labeled "pre-order". I called Olive today & was told the company is in "transition" & the products are not availa... 
Robert Plant-Band of Joy Tour-Houston
I gotta update this post. My wife bought the Band of Joy disc at Costco for 10.00 & I like it way more than the concert.I was on vacation in Montana & saw them perform on the Today show & in that controlled environment they looked &... 
Robert Plant-Band of Joy Tour-Houston
We attended the last Page/Plant tour & the recent tour with Alison Krause. Both were stunning & spectacular so our expectations might have been a little unrealistic. The Band of Joy was enjoyable but really pretty low key and I hate to use... 
Saw My Morning Jacket a few nights ago
I believe they're on Austin City Limits thie weekend. 
CJ Premier 15 & 17LS Tube Suggestions
I replaced Sovtecs with so called Russian military grade tubes on 17LS with no great improvment. I recently replaced those with Mullards. Serious improvment there. Much clearer, sweeter & more dynamic. The others sounded quite flat by comparison.