rvpiano

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Best turntable for the buck
Thank those of you who submitted a recommendation.  I’m considering all of them.  
Best turntable for the buck
I’m using a Conrad-Johnson preamp as my phono stage.  I don’t think I can do better than that.  
Old CDs and records
I’m enjoying the records so much I’m investigating the purchase of a new turntable. How’s  that for a quick turnaround???  Impulsive?    Yes, I know.  
Old CDs and records
Ironically, since writing this post, I’ve been playing some of my old records and rediscovering them.  
Up to $4000US tower speakers for Jazz and Classical Music
+1 for GoldenEar Triton 1 speakers, with built-in subwoofers. I listen mostly to classical music, and these speakers fill the room with the entire orchestra including the double basses playing an octave below the cellos.  ‘Try to find a used pair.  
Old CDs and records
Somebody Loves Me I Wonder Who 🎶  
Old CDs and records
facten, Thank you for your suggestion.  
Old CDs and records
Jerryg123, I’m sorry if I excited and agitated you.  That was CERTAINLY NOT my intention. twoleftears, You’re absolutely right. I would have to put in a lot of work to catalog my 3000+ CDs and 2000+ records. The best solution would probably be ... 
Old CDs and records
I have 90% classical CDs and records.  Maybe rock and pop are desirable, but I don’t think my collection is that viable.  
A perfect song? What are your choices?
Will you love me tomorrow - Carole King  
Turned back into a music lover
Simonmoon, I guess in your case, it is not a dichotomy or a problem. For me, and if I’m to believe many discussions on this forum, it is for others too. The obsession with sound can take over and rob you of your enjoyment of the music. Consider y... 
Turned back into a music lover
My intention was not to put down seeking good sound, or say music and sound are mutually  exclusive. Rather, I’m pointing out that once you’ve ACHIEVED good sound, the next step is to enjoy the music and not obsess over how your system sounds.  Co... 
New to streaming question
“some things that come through as 24/192 don’t always sound better than 24/96“”   Amen to that.  Mastering is more important.  
New to streaming question
I’m pretty sure Chromecast does not have 24/92 capability.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Ravel, the Orchestral Masterpieces Ernest Ansermet, Suisse Romande Orchestra. Old gold. Stunningly realistic sound.