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Comparing Perf: Original XLR v. RCA- XLR adapter
Do these adapters also work on digital cables? I'm in the market for a newer CD/DVD player but a lot of them... like the OPPO's only have a coaxial digitial connection... and my digital cable is an XLR. Will an adapter alow me to use the digital X... 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
The perfect love song has to be Valentine's Day by Steve Earle on his "I Feel Alright" album. 
Oppo 83 SE Sound in Absolute Terms ?
I’m curious what the response would be if Jfz had asked "Does anyone have any thoughts on how an Oppo 83 SE that’s been modified by among others RAM, ASI, or Modwright would compare to a truly *stellar* CD (or universal) player?" 
Oppo 83 SE Sound in Absolute Terms ?
A long time ago I posted a question asking whether the new OPPO 83 SE would best my “old” Theta Compli. I didn’t get much response. I asked that question because if all the talk about digital improving “at a rapid pace” are true, there’s a possibi... 
Recommended acoustic recordings
The new Shelby Lynne CD "Tears, Lies, and Alibis" is accoustic... and it's her best yet. 
THETA CB3 XOVER
Handymann... You’re absolutely right about the Analog Direct and Analog Direct Matrix modes. I have a Casablanca II with an Extreme dac, and a Theta Compli cdp. My Compli’s digital out is connected to the Extreme dac with an XLR Kubala-Sosna Emoti... 
Remember your Magnavox?
I still have the Mod Squad Compact Disc Damper that was all the rage back then. 
Recommended acoustic recordings
If you like Jackson Brown Volumes I & II, you'll love his new CD "Love Is Strange". 
Smooth sounding copper IC like Kubala Sosna
If you like the Kubala-Sosna sound, you might want to consider the less expensive Kubala Fascination or Expression cables. 
Toddler-Friendly Budget Speakers?
You’d be surprised how quickly toddlers learn not to mess with stereo gear if you're watchful. We always used the term… “that’s breakable” which worked pretty good for identifying stuff not to mess with. My daughter had twins so we were forced to ... 
Favorite HDMI cable under $100/M?
I copied the below from my Answer on another Thread (Favorite place on internet to buy HDMI cables). "When I saw what the Wireworld Starlight 5.2 did for my Pioneer plasma, I immediately ordered a Wireworld Silver Starlight. I only wish I could fi... 
Acoustic Zen Adiago vs. ATC SCM40
The Adiago's might be a better fit for you becasue they're front ported. I had mine about 30" out from the back wall and they were amazing. From what I've read, the Harbeth's need a lot of space between them and the back wall. 
New music
Shelby Lynne has a new CD out "Tears Lies and Alibis" and IMHO it's here best yet. I'll second both the Patti Griffin and the Jacob Dylan CD's. 
Tonearm cable cost no object
There's a Kubala Emotion Phono IC currently listed on audiogon. 
what percentage of us really knows sound
I’m guessing I’m one of those that can’t tell a good sounding system from a clock radio… but I really don’t care because I’m thrilled with the way my system sounds.