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what would you change if anything, in this set up?
have you swapped RCA cables or tried new power cords?worth trying and can make a huge difference. 
How to pack speakers w/out original boxes?
I agree with the foam insulation from Home Depot recommendation. I used 2" thick (4' x 8' board) and wrapped the foam covered speakers with cardboard that came with my plasma TV. Lots and lots of 2" packing tape. I sent my speakers cross country a... 
Need inexpensive ICs with superior shielding
these are a bit more but very goodhttp://www.proaudiola.com/product-p/1-m2534-profi-profi-1.htm 
New kid on the block affordable amp Rave
I hate Doug's reviewing style but it did spark an interest...thanks! 
Source for copper wire
Lokie,I use the White Lightning too.I have had tons of cables and it beat all but my Audio Note Lexus LE and even then it was a draw (give or take).Beautiful tone, a bit bass heavy and slightly rolled off top but for $6 who cares? I like the big m... 
Kef Blade or Wilson Audio Alexia?
bummer to hear all the negative comments about the bladessuch a neat design and nice looking speakernot to mention a very positive review recently in one of the magsmy two cents... 
Best and Worst names in Audio
best - Ampzillano Shiite!:^) 
Source for copper wire
thanks Snowbtw just joshin ya...:^) 
Source for copper wire
yeah snow where?take five audio?fwiw the Neotech stuff is very good 
4 ohms vs. 8 ohms
check the archive, this has been asked a lot, but bottom line is use your ears to decide which you like besthow it affects the amp I will let others more qualified inform youenjoy 
The Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - Story of L.A. Woman
I enjoyed it very much. Worth a look for sure. I thought it was interesting that Mr Mojo Risin spells Jim Morrison's name if you rearrange the letters.The Doors are one of my favorites and it is nice they are still remembered this way. 
David Wilson must be a little annoyed...
David is crying all the way to the bank... 
Why no as many post about music vs equipment......
I always really like music posts, not sure if I started any myself though...frankly I have trouble finding music that compels me to write about it. I have found a lot of what I like already and do not find much new music to appreciate and the odd ... 
Dave Brubeck passes
I saw him twice in the last few years and he was very very good.RIP Dave you gave us so much... 
Do you ever just listen to music
my mind is always thinking about this or that sound quality but... I really enjoy the music, usually on the radio, because it is often new to me and fresh and there is so much of it. I do not worry about my OCD with sound quality but enjoy the ben...