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Opinions - The Absolute Sound
Mrtennis,I have no problem with philosophical discussions but this poor guy asked our opinions on TAS. 
Opinions - The Absolute Sound
OK you two, go to your rooms until you can get along with others! 
Opinions - The Absolute Sound
Seems kind of ridiculous to get this serious about what is basically IMO entertainment. Yes, for me, there are entertaining moments in the magazine that are worth the reasonable cost of admission. Not earth shattering by any means, not meant to be... 
Opinions - The Absolute Sound
I like their music reviews. 
The Cyclicality of Black Vs Silver
I'm always torn on this one because I like both silver and black. 
Playback Designs vs. Berkeley
We're comparing a $5000 DAC to a $15000 CDP here, isn't that kinda like apples and oranges?It's not surprising that the PD sounds better, it should. 
Playback Designs vs. Berkeley
Jtinn,Will the new DAC have volume control? 
Playback Designs vs. Berkeley
From everything I've read about the Playback Designs, sounds like an exceptional unit and I would love to own one. For those that can afford one it's probably the way to go.The thing is, many of us have to be satisfied with the Toyota rather than ... 
Music to die to
Ralph Vaughan Williams-Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas TallisFelix Mendelssohn-Fingals Cave (Hebrides Overture) 
Good DIY suggestions?
www.audionotekits.com 
Smoke Head or Sherry Bomb?
Well Bongofury,Some people had barley, others had sugar cane :^) 
Smoke Head or Sherry Bomb?
I tasted the new 18yo Laphroaig on Sunday at a friends, thought it was excellent. I saw it at a local bottle shop for $64 but $85 is probably closer to normal.We also tasted an 18yo Longrow, 1969 25yo Bowmore and 17yo Ardbeg (no longer available).... 
Smoke Head or Sherry Bomb?
Yes, I know the examples cited were extreme but a previous poster asked what rarities might cost. These are about as rare as they get.As mentioned, good single malt whiskys can be had for much, much less. 
Smoke Head or Sherry Bomb?
Here's a few from long closed distilleries that were recently released by Diageo. These are extremely rare and obviously meant for the extremely well heeled.1. Clockserrie 1924 (Highland) £120,0002. Malt Mill 1909 (Islay) £135,0003. Parkmore 1926 ... 
Best drink while listening to your rig?
Ardbeg, while I listen to "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes"!