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rock and roll fantasy single
The song would be "One" written by Bono. The male lead singer version of this group would be: Neil Diamond on lead vocals; Alison Krauss (from the Union Station) on background vocals and violin; Richard Thompson on lead guitar; Joe Jackson on pian... 
Best lines in a song
Always a favorite ever since I attended a songwriters workshop and Felix Cavaliere was talking about interesting wordplay ... The Rascals ... "How Can I Be Sure" written by Felix Cavaliere and Eddie BrigatiVerse #3 ... How's the weather, Whether o... 
Denon AVR 2803... Should I add an amp?
In just about all cases, a separate amplifier would be better for music than a HT receiver. I owned a Denon AVR 2801 a few years ago and I found that its performance was pretty lackluster when it came to music, but was more than acceptable when it... 
How to evaluate speakers?
Using the A/B speaker selector switch should not make a difference. Just make sure that you listen to the speakers at the same volume level, because most people will choose the louder speaker as the better sounding speaker. So you may need to expe... 
Beattles song question
Well boys ... just in time for singing in the shower on Thursday morning ... the words to "I'll Be Back" ... You know if you break my heart I'll goBut I'll be back againCos I told you once before goodbyeBut I came back againI love you soI'm the on... 
Best Low Budget Speakers
Lonewolf:Eric's choice of power source has not been finalized yet. Eric has had a few threads here over the last few weeks that have been exploring the feasibility of using the 8 wattt output from his newly purchased 42 inch Plasma TV to power a p... 
Beattles song question
George: "I'll Be Back" is on the Beatles' Hard Day's Night album (UK version; blue cover), as well as on Beatles '65. FWIW, the Buckinghams did a version in 1968 that was arguably better.Regards, Rich 
How to evaluate speakers?
You have to do a lot of listening, that is the only way to tell. Try some of the following recordings for some very specific evaluations:1. Dave Brubeck's "Take Five" on the "Time Out" album. At about 2:45 into the recording there is an extended d... 
Best Low Budget Speakers
Eric: Assuming that you will be powering the speakers with an amplifier or receiver other than your Plasma TV, I would recommend the following:1. NHT SB2 at $400 new. Available at J&R Music . 2. EPOS M12 at $600 new (normally $900 list). Avai... 
Tuner deviation meter ?
Guycom:Here's a thread from the Audio Asylum/Vintage Asylum that mentions the deviation meter ... The KT8300 is the only tuner I know, (well, besides the KT-917/600T) that has the cool deviation meter. This is great for understanding the quality... 
Tuner deviation meter ?
Guycom:The more expensive vintage analog tuners/receivers actually had two types of signal meters for FM reception:1. A signal strength meter, which is the type that Brian was referring to. This meter moved in conjunction with signal strength. 2.... 
WAF, Help, Need Strategy
Slappy.In general, I would not recommend having two systems in the same room ... it would look too much like a Circuit City showroom. If you are going to have the TV in your living room, have your HT system there. Put your stereo only system in an... 
Records of the Year 2003
Zaikesman:The Shins were a huge disappointment when they performed on the Conan O' Brien show. I was really taken aback. The vocals were thin; the band members were bouncing around and acting goofy during the song; and the drummer looked like he w... 
Best Recording of Scheherazade
I have always enjoyed the version conducted by Fritz Reiner and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra on the RCA Victor "Living Stereo" Series. Worth checking out.Regards, Rich 
Johnny Cash -- American II?
Cash's releases, in order, on the American label are:1. Cash: American Recordings2. Cash: Unchained3. Cash: American III: Solitary Man4. American IV: The Man Comes Around5. Cash UnearthedAnd then one release with Willie Nelson: Cash/Nelson: VH1 St...