russ69

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I don't want to beat a dead horse but I'm bugged.
@agisthos  Your problem was reading a review by Amir. Yes ASR and AVS forums are no place for people that like to advance their systems. They say buy a AVR, a pair of 200 buck bookshelf speakers and you are at the state of the art. If you hear ... 
Concerning high end audio names in new cars
I've had two cars with high end systems. Both sucked, I just listened to the news on them.   
Albums you do not get...a plea for help and understanding
Cassandra Wilson New moon daughter    
Cartridge Force - Is a Little 'Over-Force' Okay?
Run at the high end of the spec but if you have a light tonearm you can dial in a little more but best to stay within the spec.  
Legacy Vs Modern
Modern junk is still junk. Top tier systems often have no processing. I know that will rustle some Jimmies but my concept of high-end and yours might be on different levels.  
Bose 901's in an acoustically treated room?
They produce plenty of bass, IMO. But not low bass.  
Why are people paying these stupid tube prices?
$184 at Upscale, not to terrible. I think most tube users know it cost more to run tubes.  
Bose 901's in an acoustically treated room?
If you have Series I or II, worth a try. Any of the other series are not very good or worth any effort.   
Cable curmudgeon
But, for me, spending oodles of money on hyped cables, well... I don't know your experience with hi-fi or your system details but if it is pleasing to you, you are doing a good job. But don't discount that other people may have highly resolving... 
Constructing songs
16 Tons  
Constructing songs
Thick as a Brick has nothing at all to do with construction. OP missed that....  
Many higher end preamps are dated and ugly, why is this?
Many Audiophiles are dated and ugly. Why is this? We prefer experienced and classic looks.   
Bi-amping with Kingrex T20U (or Similar Tripath) ?
Not sure it's worth the trouble but you use an RCA Y connector to split the signal out of the pre-amp.    
Best progressive rock album side
Thick as a brick  
Best progressive rock album side
You are on the right track (pun). Animals and Wish you were here.