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AIFF vs Apple Lossless Ripping
Jimmywho, Which version of iTunes are you using? Apple Lossless did sound different in older version. I could hear that too. But Apple has fixed that probably in version 7 or 8. I can't be sure when because I don't have the old version anymore. If... 
Tweaks
Tbromgard, You can make grounding plug yourself for a couple bucks each. All parts are available from Radio Shack.http://www.siteswithstyle.com/VoltSecond/Shorting_plug_rca/shorting_plug.html 
AIFF vs Apple Lossless Ripping
Rabco, If there is no theoretical advantage in converting, why do you think AIFF files have more information? 
mcintosh c2200 vs 2300 - sonic differences
How often do you listen? The BAT's tube should last much longer than one and a half years unless you leave it on 24 hours a day. How do you know it is about to go?BTW, VK-31SE sounds closer to a solid state than tube. If you like its sound, you mi... 
How do I match a stand alone motor with a stand...
Assuming the drive belt goes around the outside of the platter, you need to know the RPM of the motor (R), the diameter of the pulley (d), and the diameter of the platter (D); and make sure (R * d) / D = 33.33. If you have speed control than it do... 
Amarra for iTunes at RMAF...
Cool. I wonder if they offer a trial version to try out. 
Fatigue reducing interconnect?
Oh yes. How can I forget about those wonderful ferrite cores? Thank you Elizabeth for reminding us. I have them on all the digital cables and power cords and they really work. If you use a computer as music server, they are a must, make sure they ... 
Fatigue reducing interconnect?
Agree with Dpac996. If you get your room right, even a lamp cord will sound terrific. 
Remote Control of Itunes
RealVNC client does allow controlling Mac Mini from Windows. I have used it before. It is not as fast as going from Mac to Mac using OS/X screen sharing but it works. 
virtual dynamics new ultra clear interconnects
$900 interconnect is expensive to me but I am cheap. Others certainly will have different value system. All I am saying is, IMHO, there is no need to spend that much on cable to achieve the same result. But if you have good experience with that pa... 
Remote Control of Itunes
Gmood, OS/X doesn't support Windows' Remote Desktop protocol. You need a VNC client. 
virtual dynamics new ultra clear interconnects
If you have read my older posts, you probably know how I feel about expensive cables. So I am going to restrain myself and not say any more.Whatever you decide to do, please seriously consider Thorman's advice: make sure it is returnable; and make... 
Double Albums/CDs, curse or blessing?
Just like everything in audio, some make sense and some do not. I like Pink Floyd also and I particularly love their live concert recordings which often come in double CDs. If you don't have them already, try the "Delicate Sound Of Thunder", "Is T... 
Remote Control of Itunes
If you use Windows, you should turn on Leopard's Remote Management feature from System Preferences. Leopard has a full featured VNC server built in. All you need from the Windows side is a VNC client and you can remotely control your MacMini, no A... 
JMW 9" Tone arm setup.................help
You must be referring to the technique of using index card to adjust the hight of the arm. The size of the card is not important. What is important are the parallel lines on the card. So either size will work but the larger size will be easier.