roxy54

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KEF 104/2 rebuild
Call Jeff at Sonic Craft about crossover and wiring upgrades. 
Polk,BA,Klipsch,Infinity.....80s-90s
Also, consider the Klipsch Forte. 
The Hub: ''Handcrafted Ralph Gleason'' ?
I wish that all members would read this and take heed. Some ads are way too short with no information (and no picture!) and others are far too long, and include transcripts of magazine reviews. Good ads are written in an off the cuff manner that c... 
Why so negative about McIntosh speakers?
There are certain brands that seem to elicit very polarized (my side vs. your side) opinions, and McIntosh is one of them. I have been a long time Mac amp user, based on the fact that I like the way they sound, but I have met people, and read comm... 
new Transatlantic cd "The Whirlwind"
Alright, it makes sense now. It sounds interesting, I'm going to check it out. Thanks 
new Transatlantic cd "The Whirlwind"
I don't get it- it's a progressive concept album with cover versions of old sawhorses from the seventies? Most people won't consider that progressive or a concept. 
Toe-in or NOT toe-in ??
When you hit the right angle of toe-in, you'll know it. Imaging will still be very specific, but the tweeter won't beam at you. I have had 2 pair of Spendors,(SP100 and 9/1) and their manual tells you to face the speakers directly at the listening... 
has lead shot surpassed cold
I will assume that you meant gold. And yes, that is incredible. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I went looking for their website yesterday (Element cable) and it wasn't available. Are they definately still in business? 
Anyone using VH Audio for hook up mod ?
Stanwal,You should speak with Jeff at Sonic Craft. He is very knowledgeable about this subject, and the vaious gauges and types that should be used for a given application. While you are at it, you might as well ask his advice on a crossover upgra... 
Omni Speaker Options
I guess the other obvious choices would be Ohm and Duevel. Also worth considering are Morrison Audio and the Mirage OM28. 
Looking for New Speakers - Suggestions
Look into PMC and ATC speakers. Both brands are capable of high volume and low distortion, but also sound good at lower volumes. 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
What a saga...you are a very patient man with a great deal of time on your hands. Congrats. 
Zu or Harbeth
I haven't heard any of the Zu's, but I love the Harbeth 40 (haven't heard the 40.1) and I would buy them in a second if I had the means. Speakers are always an individual choice, but try to hear them before you make a decision. 
Vibraphone recommendations?
Definately check out any material by Bobby Hutcherson. One that I like is the Cuban influenced "Ambos Mundos". He is a virtuoso in the true sense of the word.