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Was 1971 the high point of popular music?
Thanks for the topic, tony1954 Born in 1946, having perpetual music, live and recorded, in the house, the 1950's included c&w, crooners, jazz large and small, folk, r&b, rock, movie themes and varied sub-genres.  That's reaching pretty hi... 
Is There Just One Single Album That Does It For You, Completely? Just One.
tunefuldude, I held back as long as possible...desert island>    Handel's   "Water Music"                                                                                                                                               Now, consid... 
Any other Pipe And Slippers Audiophiles out there?
CDC... On LL's website home page...top of page in the search box with magnifying glass, try Item #510528 Men's Boot Mocs.  Sorry, looks like the two other styles in wide widths are sold out.  And, ya...we round up top and flatten on bottom!  :)  ... 
Any other Pipe And Slippers Audiophiles out there?
Thanks for a fun topic, yogiboy... Happy see the LL Bean references from our older "Tribe" in GoN responding to our photo.   Recently, I celebrated my 25th year in Customer Service for LL Bean...still family held, 1 120 year old Maine company.  I... 
Have you asked yourself this question?
Thanks for the topic, hifinut51... I asked and answered your question in the mid-1990's.  My vinyl was a long curated, pristine surface, collection.  Raised around live music, I've zero tolerance for extraneous noise.  The front end was an Allan ... 
Question: What are some of your best pieces of advise to someone new to the hobby?
Thanks for the question, mmcgill829, Starting fresh in our hobby, I would first consult with a professional...one experienced in tuning rooms for 2 channel stereo and sound studios.  I recently established contact with James of GIK Acoustics in a... 
Would you choose 1 ou 2 subwoofers for a stereo set?
Hey gfguimaraes...thanks for your question. My space is a small 10' x 10' x 7 1/2' cube dedicated studio...hard worked for good sound.  For several years I used a pair of sealed 10" UltraCube Paradigm subwoofers beneath my monitor stereo pair of ... 
Bacch Dsp, True stereo?
emergingsoul  You make a good point.  However, "where there is a WILL there is a WAY" ...a lifelong motto!  I found and nurtured a skilled, trusted Tech 3000 miles from me who remotes into my PC, setting up the necessary ingredients.  Over the ye... 
Bacch Dsp, True stereo?
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Bacch Dsp, True stereo?
MUSIC September 2023  Our topic grabs most of us like a friendly, octopus-hug. For some of us, music is a life-affirming need, like food or drink. Hi...my name is Tim, and I’m an aging audiophile. Harbored deeply in my genetic... 
Bacch Dsp, True stereo?
Hey Guys... I've been following the progress of BACCH for many months.  After a couple weeks of use, I decided to write an article NOT directed to audiophiles, simply for music lovers who might want to enhance their sound.  A review for audiophil... 
Planar headphones
Thanks for the topic, skchun... I don't have extensive experience with headphone playback, however, I can contribute this much.  Years ago, I opted to use a headphone during "day dad" duties for my toddler.  I elected to use a pair of open backed... 
Wall outlets
Hi shtr74sims...thanks for the question, A simple hospital grade upgrade, even into a shared circuit, will help sound.  Over years, I've gone from Hubbel, to Acme to Furutech outlet in a dedicated circuit, including their receptacle cover.  Addit... 
Am I broken? Am I stuck? Do I have to return my audiophile card now?
Hi bigfatpaulie...you ask a fine question, thanks. I choose not to view other responses to provide my gut feeling as a seasoned music lover and not a gear person.  It appears your Sabrina's are working really well in your room, which is vital to ... 
Best EXTERNAL DAC suggestions
moose89... I also successfully run a Panamax with all but my powered sub.  Having the luxury of 2 isolated dedicated lines in, I've experimented with using amp on seperate line etc, as some recommend, however, the line conditioner, with select po...