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Blues recommendations anyone?
I agree with Bignerd re. the Lomax / Library of Congress recordings. I find this music to be part of a national treasure. 
Moody Blues on SACD Finally
it will be interesting to see how thesemeasure up against the MFSL LP releases.... 
Best Jazz Albums
ok. Here are a FEW: John Coltrane: A love supremeJohn COltrane: CrescentMiles Davis: In a silent wayPat Metheny: 80/81Pat Metheny: New ChautaguaPat Metheny: One quiet night Ed Blackwell Project: WHat it is 
Why so many amplifiers for sale?
Boa2: I'm not sure I understand. Can you amplify? 
Undiscovered blues gems.....
Thanks guys. I will definitely be investigating a lot of your recommendations. 
Jazz recommendations?
There are so many artists that would fit the bill. here are just a few: Richie Beirach Steve KuhnMarilyn Crispell 
Need a Recommendation for Classical Cello...
This falls in between Jazz and classical genre, but Dave Holland's "Life Cycle" is absolutley amazing. 
Zappa?
The Yellow Shark is EASILY his definitive and best work. Nothing even come remotely close. 
Best vale for money CD Player in $2000-3000 price
Your price range matches mine. I've narrowed it down to about 10 players. In addition to the fine players you have listed, I would add the following:Cary 306/200Meridian G08 / 588Lector CDP-7T( correct model #?)Sim Moon EclipseEMC UP / Mark 2Maran... 
Tube pre w/ remote and phono: used 5-$600.....
A used Conrad Johnson PV-5 might fit the bill. it certainly falls in your price range. Very lush, 3D sounding. Only weighs about 12# though. It was a classic in its day.. 
180 Gram vs. MFSL
The early MFSL's cannot be matched by anyone (including the resurrected MFSL). 
Ayre C5xe or APL 3910 ?
Henryhk: That is why this really isn't a fair thread. I know Orjazzm is strictly interested in a sound comparison but there are inherent problems with modded players that have been covered in this thread as well as others. 
Cary 306 SACD
Senna: I checked out the comparisons on Audio Asylum and most of what I found were comparisons against the 303 / 300 and the earlier 306 / 200. I'm a little disappointed that the player has not generated more excitement. Maybe its me but i expecte... 
Cary 306 SACD
Senna (Or anyone else that has heard this player): what players were you looking at before and how did they compare? 
sexiest sounding female vocalists?
Not easy on the eyes but captivating voice(s): Norma Winstone and Sheila Jordan.