russ69

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Cables to settle brightness
AQ Type 4 and Kimber PBJ.  
Cables to Add Brightness
Kimber Silver Streak.  
KT88 for McIntosh MC275 mk.IV?
I like the Gold Lions.   
HOW TO CHOOSE A SPEAKER CABLE?
@akg_ca  "the fatter the diameter of the metal core the better because the electrical resistance between amp and speaker will be lower." Yes, the outside diameter, where the signal travels, is the important factor of resistance. The core itself... 
Amp(s) to drive B&W 803 D3 speakers
Parasound JC1s would be a good match but I'm not sure of current pricing.   
Roger Waters Live Last Night in Glendale,AZ
Linda Ronstadt gave a political rant while doing a show in Pahrump, Nevada. Only problem was she was in a military town. You have to know your audience. They trashed the theater, and she was banned from the place.  I give artists a lot of slack w... 
What's It All About?
"PERFECT sound" I think we all agree that means; Sound with the minimum of compromises according to our tastes.  
Blu Ray player versus CD/SACD player.
it seems though that there have always been some who love the Oppo's as CD players, especially the 105 used XLR... I like my 203 OPPO.  
Sansui Au9500 - Leave it on?
Leave it powered all the time or turn it on and off? That thing is 50 years old, no need to keep burning it in, nothing lasts forever.   
Thoughts about the "Cheapaudioman" on YouTube
If he's a reviewer of affordable gear, more power to him. However, if he thinks a $300 loudspeaker sounds better than a $5000 loudspeaker, he's not facing reality.   
Time/Process of Hooking up New Equipment
Changing equipment always opens up a new can of worms. There will be more work to do. Taking your time is a good thing, no need to rush. It takes time to evaluate.   
What Neutral Means in Reviews & Our Discussions? Are We Confusing Tame/Flat For Neutral?
That’s what jarred my thought. Does "neutral" mean tame/flat... That's what it means to me. I like my system to have a little bounce to it. Not inaccurate playback but something with a little excitement.   
Low buzzing through speaks
Put a 10db attenuator between your amp and preamp.  
Control amps: suggestions needed
Move away from low-line commercial products and get a quality integrated amp like a Musical Fidelity.   
Right match
Something is wrong. Do what tablejockey suggests.