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The lists are a waste of time that IMO take up space that could be devoted to more interesting reading. I was disappointed when TAS started doing one too. Guess it's cheaper than offering something more substantive. 
What is the one CD you can't find?
"Pearls Before Swine" CDs were tough to come by but finally found some reissues from Italy.Then there was a very limited 24K issue of "Nightfly" that I would like to hear but have never been able to find. 
Led Zeppelin japanese cds?
I own a number of the SHM CDs. IMO, the SHM can enhance the sound of an already excellent sounding CD. It will not cure any problems the CD has. So bottom line, some SHMs are outstanding some not. SHM is no guarantee of sonic bliss.I see the entir... 
Kimber Illuminations D-60 vs. Stereovox XV2 cable
Buy the KCI Pegasus cable currently listed on Audiogon under digital cables. 
SP Tech Timepiece 3.0-Dynaudio C1 comparison?
Curious about the stands you're using and how high? Thanks! 
Rant- Ebay seller and the cost of shipping 1 cd.
I charge $5 flat shipping for CDs (any number) on Audiogon. That's for USPS priority shipping. It's relatively fast. $5 is fair to the buyer, I'm not making anything on it. The boxes are free and I recycle bubble wrap from other things.I think tha... 
best digital cable,sonic frontier STF-1 transport;
There are many excellent digital cables available. The D-60 is good but many others are better including the Sextet. I have owned both (BNC D-60 & XLR Sextet). You might also consider some of the Virtual Dynamics digital cables. A more reasona... 
SP Tech Timepiece 3.0-Dynaudio C1 comparison?
OK, It's now September. Has anyone else received a pair of 3.0s that would like to comment on them? Also, what stands are you using? Thanks! 
Why do digital cables sound different?
Palerider,Why do you assume no one here has used AT&T digital cables?And why do you consider it better than other digital interconnects?You keep making statements with no supporting information. 
Selling to Canadians
I have sent letters to Canada and in some cases it has taken weeks to reach their destination. I can offer no explanation.Maybe they forgot to feed the sled dogs eh?On the other hand I have had smooth transactions as well. 
Preamp for McCormack DNA500
SMC VRE-1 was recently reviewed online at 6moons and Positive Feedback. Although I have not heard the unit, both reviews were very enthusiastic about its performance.The only reason I mention it is because I'm very happily using a DNA225 with SMC ... 
Why do digital cables sound different?
I'm not making ANY statements or claims about digital cables although I've listened to and owned quite a few including a number of very highly thought of cables.You're making statements and expressing opinions on both digital cables and peoples pe... 
Preamp for McCormack DNA500
How about the new McCormack preamp? 
Why do digital cables sound different?
This thread started 12/01/00. I love it!!! 
Why do digital cables sound different?
I am asking your experience with digital cables since you seem to know quite a bit about them as well as peoples perceptions of them. Surely your opinions must be based on something. Very simple Palerider.