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Budget American made speakers?
+2 on OmegaloudspeakersBudget would be Super 3II would say push the budget to the Super 7MK II.  I have owned both.  Currently with the Super 7MK II.  Worth every penny.Rich 
Dad needs phono stage recommendation for daughter
Can not go wrong with ...Parasound Zphono @ $200http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PAZPHONOWell reviewed.  Performs great.   Parasound also makes a usb version for $50 more.  Rich  
Tom Petty: It was an "accidental" OD
This was my response to another post here on this topic.I am 60 years old.I have had spinal fusion from T8 to S2 (shoulder blades down to the butt crack, 10 surgeries over a 7 year period) and have had both knees replaced (a year ago).  Leading up... 
Tom Petty autopsy released
I have had spinal fusion from T8 to S2 (10 surgeries over a 7 year period) and have had both knees replaced (a year ago).  Leading up to the surgeries were 10 years of incorrect diagnoses, until I came across the surgeons who operated on Gloria Es... 
Audio Technica lp120
If you have $300 to spend, it is worth it.  Decent build and sound.  I liked it more than a Project Carbon Debut.  Benefits from a better cartridge and change in mat.  Rich 
What’s in your system today that you also had 10 years ago?
Main SystemPrima Luna PL5 - power amp (12 years)Musical Fidelity CD Pre 24 - preamp/ tuner (14 years)SONY SCD 555ES SACD player (17 years)Opera Platea speakers (10 years)QED speaker cablesDen SystemNuthin'Bedroom SystemOutlaw RR2150 receiver (12 y... 
Replacement CD Player?
Two CD only players that I would consider in your price range (new).Exposure 2010http://shop.generubinaudio.com/Exposure-2010S2-CD-Player-132698575963.htmMusical Fidelity M3https://www.musicdirect.com/disc-player/musical-fidelity-m3scd-cd-player-d... 
Buzz from the left channel of a Rega Brio
Sounds like it is an issue with the Brio.  Granted it is a little crowded in the back of the integrated, but you should not be getting a buzz.  I have been using a Brio R for almost 3 years now without any buzz, so it is not a design flaw.Rich  
Sony CDP XA2ES is good ?
The Sony CDP XA1ES was well reviewed by Stereophile. I owned the XA1ES for awhile and while it sounded good, I always had trouble with the disc loading mechanism and just gave up on the player. And yes, I know you asked about the XA2ES.Keep in min... 
Whats in your second system?
I have about $5K tied up in my second system Rega Brio R integrated ampUnico CD playerParasound Zphono preampTechnics GR 1200 TurntableOmega Super 7 speakersI listen to this system a lot.  The Omegas really make it for me.  The larger single drive... 
Are you Sirius?
Gave up on Sirius earlier this year after 10 years of poor reception and near constant dropouts.  I live in an apartment in NYC and even with an external antenna mounted to the child guards on my windows aimed at where the Sirius satellite was sup... 
$700 Used TT Upgrade Advice, Is it Worth It For Me?
You will encounter a fair amount of grief for using one of the OEM Direct Drive DJ turntables. The turntables are primarily sourced from a Far East manufacturer, Hanpin. I was using a Stanton ST 150 turntable for the last few years and if you refe... 
Schiit Vidar Outlaw RR2160
Hi John -I am a bit out of my depths when it comes to streaming devices. I am strictly LPs and CDs. What Ethos is saying sounds ok. You may also what to check out Outlaw’s Saloon to see if there are any relevant discussions.http://saloon.outlawaud... 
Schiit Vidar Outlaw RR2160
Hi John -I have owned the Outlaw RR2150 for the last 12 years and it has been running all this time without a problem.  Superb product.  This month's Stereophile has an excellent, in depth review of the RR2160 and its capabilities.https://www.ster... 
Is My Onkyo Receiver's Tuner Dead or Just Playing Posum?
OK.  Without knowing what type of antenna that you have, get a cheap pair of rabbit ears antenna and connect it to the receiver.  You may need to get a connector ... UHF VHF FM 75-300 Ohm TV Antenna Adapter Matching Transformer (cost about $2).   ...