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| The end of physical media is neigh Colleagues - Please take a deep breath, let it out, and journey through the past. In relative succession ... Studio outtake and live concert underground records are unfair to artists and rob record companies of profits...Cassette recording of LPs ... | |
| Outstanding Custom Dust Covers mesch -- I am happy to see you share my satisfaction with the custom dust covers. Thank you for the feedback. freediver -- I appreciate your point regarding the logo. I opted to have no logo. It would have been nice to have the equipment brand, b... | |
| AA for us Being mindful that every marriage and committed relationship is a personal choice, I have concluded it would not be wise to conceal my audio or sports memorabilia acquisitions or liquidations from my wife. Early in our marriage, we realized a join... | |
| AA for us I have tamed my obsessive/compulsive hobby proclivities by re-framing what I wish to accomplish. Stated simply, I aspire to be content versus happy. I also strive to be wise versus omniscient in my decisions. The consumer market and advertising i... | |
| Outstanding Custom Dust Covers I suggest going to the Digital Deck Covers website and viewing the photos accompanying the various options available. Also, there are several photos posted by satisfied customers. My experience is they fit snugly but are manufactured to easily be... | |
| Outstanding Custom Dust Covers In response to a question I received regarding which dust cover option I selected, my decision is based on the following description: "A medium-weight vinyl fabric that simulates the look and feel of leather with soft, fuzzy polyester (feels like ... | |
| Those magical days when the HVAC is off As a lighthearted note regarding home music rooms and protecting against external noise, even the best plans go awry. I had carefully reviewed the blueprints being used by the prime and subcontractor team. Since the architectural design, construct... | |
| Those magical days when the HVAC is off I fully understand and appreciate the HVAC sound issue you have raised. Here are some tips I offer, after having 11 new home constructions in Southern California, Northern Virginia, and the South Carolina Low Country. (1) During construction, spec... | |
| 1990 Radio Shack catalog Radio Shack (RS) employee true story from 2004. While working at NASA headquarters in Washington D.C., I would periodically take a walk during the lunch break. Having purchased a KAB audiophile Technics SL1210MK5 turntable in 2004, I wanted a reco... | |
| What is preferred/best contact cleaner these days? +1 on DeKay posting re: MG Chemicals 409B-340G. I recently have been using American Recorder S-721-H, which is "Formulated to clean audio/video/computer tape heads, capstans, guides & rollers." I used Kontak for years until price and limited a... | |
| Should we care if a piece of equipment comes from a pet-free, kid-free, smoke-free home? Aside from the equipment conditions, smells and fragrances are a major issue for those suffering from allergies. Fumes from perfume and cologne are virtually impossible to eliminate and, in my case, inflame sinuses and cause extreme headaches. | |
| Example of a piece o’ crap, useless review Dear siox -- So what do you think of John Mendelsohn's review of Led Zeppelin I in the March 15, 1969 issue of Rolling Stone? Well over a half century ago, I read printed reviews of new albums and audio equipment in an attempt to enhance my music ... | |
| The Psychology of Constant (Equipment) Change I am unqualified to render a diagnosis. However, I respectfully suggest asking yourself 2 questions. First, are you having FUN with the swapping of equipment and accessories? Second, do you feel you are NEGLECTING family, friend, financial, or oth... | |
| Best Sounding Adapter - Making RCA into Banana or Spade? Thanks! If I accurately understand your question, you wish to connect an RCA (line level) to permit use of speakers terminated with banana plugs. May I suggest using a Fosi Audio TB10D? I purchased the unit on Amazon for under $70. It is a simple mini pow... | |
| McIntosh is now inside a Jeep luxury car. I'm curious. Recognizing the number of automobile glass reflective surfaces and unique design of the cockpit, do the installed high-end audio systems take these factors into account? [NOTE: I own a late model MBz with a factory installed Harmon Ka... |