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Gryphon vs. McIntosh
Inpieces,Obvious question...if the Continuum was so good, why did you just sell it? 
Best Live Album Ever...
My vote will be for "Hendrix in the West". Red House in particular is incredible. 
Are Cables Better Than High Grade Speaker Wire?
"Wires" and cables are the same thing. "Better" is a matter of personal opinion, and the "why" of it is still a mystery to most of us. 
Arts Audio Joto
With their recent track record, that's not all you should be worried about. 
best overall speakers at low volume?
Do a search in the forums. This question has been covered many times. 
Just Turned 50...
I'm 57, and I probably hear a little less, but appreciate it a lot more.It's been said that forty is the old age of youth, and fifty is the youth of old age. 
What was your first tweak?
The flat discs that were held on to the top of the cd with adhesive was probably my first tweek. They did improve clarity in the treble. Next came the reference bands that stretched on to the outer edge. They were good too, easier to use, and remo... 
Who is your favorite jazz pianist
I discovered Oscar Peterson years ago on a PBS studio performance with his trio. I am in complete agreement with the OP. I have heard many fine jazz pianists, but for me, he has no equal. 
Great Organists in Rock
Paul Carrack 
Review: Acoustic Zen Adagio Speaker
Since you like them so much, have you considered the Response Audio crossover upgrade? 
Best Rock Drummers
Zappa always snagged the very best drummers. Dunbar was one, Bozzio was another, and don't forget Ralph Humphries. 
Problems
Why the capital "D" in Mastersound? 
Best Rock Drummers
Somehow I missed this thread. There have been many great drummers in the rock genre. Some are superb technically, and less interesting artistically, like Carl Palmer. Others are less technically adept, but are just born with what it takes to be gr... 
Are CD players dead
Right...If he doesn't agree with you, he must be on drugs. 
Advice on switching to separates
Ground Hog Day.