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Rowland PC-1 question: Power cord differences?
Thanks usblues, It's interesting to me that power cords still color the internal Power Factor Correction. So much in this hobby is illogical & counter-intuitive. I assumed that PFC would make power cord flavors irrelevant on the Continuum 500. 
Bookshelf Speakers That Bolt or Screw Into Stands
If you can find them, the original: Avalon MonitorsThese were made in solid walnut in the late 90's (?), not the same speaker that Avalon markets as their current Avalon Monitor now. They have the same front baffling as all Avalon models. They are... 
Bookshelf Speakers That Bolt or Screw Into Stands
Soliloquy 5.0 Discontinued, but good value & good looking 
CDs: Not all created equal
Nyctc7, Breathe in and out slowly. Relax. Listen to music. You obviously do not realize how many folks care about Solstice. Have you considered expanding your sphere of friends? Or the possibility that your friends & acquaintance are not comf... 
CDs: Not all created equal
fyi- Winter Solstice was a Pagan celebration prior to organized religions attempt to assimilate ancient Earth Religions. Midwinter- Winter Solstice based on an astronomical event- is celebrated worldwide. Researching the historical basis of religi... 
Rowland PC-1 question: Power cord differences?
Talked to Jeff who said that he "doesn't know" if power cords affect sound quality. Not helpful at all. Your experiences with power cords on PFC please? 
CDs: Not all created equal
Klipschking- I've created a list of labels that I feel are usually of high(er) quality. Most of these labels are less well known, specialty marketed, and/or imports. Many offer websites detailing their recordering, mixing, mastering, engineering &... 
Klaus Schulze and Lisa Gerrard -
Wow! I had no idea how many folks read these audiogon posts & respond privately to one another. There's a hidden barter society that I didn't realize existed. Enough already! The Farscape CD is gone. 
Klaus Schulze and Lisa Gerrard -
A most dissapointing cd- unmoving. Be sure to listen to many clips to make sure it's for you prior to investing any money in this CD. Too bad, as I love DCD.-Contact me if you want to buy this as slightly used in escellent shape. 
Best high end monitors?
You're right, speakers and stands can be very heavy, especially the Sason's. Weight would be an issue for all the better high end monitors.I imagine if he lived close enough to hear the Sason's, once he heard them he would probably buy them, packa... 
Best high end monitors?
Madfloyd-There is a pair of Ridge Street Audio Design Sason speakers for sale on audiogon. This is the first & only pair I have ever seen for sale. If you live close to the seller (whose zip code is 49055), I suggest that you give them a serio... 
What are the Best FM tuners?
jeez- sounds like they like it a lot. 
What are the Best FM tuners?
I'm wondering if anyone has listened to the Accupahase T-1000 tuner. It's a pricey puppy! 
Edge NL12.1: what smallish floorstanders/monitors?
I suggest that you listen to Sason speakers by Ridge Street Audio Design . They fit your criteria. Steve and Robert of RSAD are in LaPorte Indian. There are lots of Sason hobbyist reviews, & a few "pro" reviews. I have only seen one used pair... 
CD Baby
CD Baby just got bought out by Disc Makeres Aug 5th, 2008. I wonder how this will affect this fine company? More info here:http://www.playbackstl.com/content/view/7882/234/