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Can one ever be "done" in this hobby?
"I celebrate his entire catalog!" 
Can one ever be "done" in this hobby?
^^^^^I respectfully disagree. The whole point of this hobby is to enjoy and be immersed in your music. Once that's accomplished, what more is there, really?   
Your favourite Rush albums?
@shadorne A thoroughly enjoyable video. Never caught the Terry Brown harmony or Alex's picking on the intro before. Must listen for them both next time.  
Your favourite Rush albums?
@reubent Presto is quite good. Some of their tightest playing and more catchy melodies. It's thin on production, but lyrically one of Neil's better offerings. @shadorne  My license plate:  "LYMLYT" 
DIY speakers of solid/reclaimed wood?
I'd feel as if something's watching me every time I come into whatever room they're in. 
Your favourite Rush albums?
P/G is such a sonically gorgeous album, especially on vinyl.  The songwriting is dead-on, as are Peart's lyrics, which balance the line between self-conscious and detached. I remember tearing up slightly at my last Rush show during the R40 tour wh... 
Your favourite Rush albums?
@reubent From what I hear, the 40th ann. pressings of "Hemispheres" is inferior to the original. I got the original a few months ago and it sounds simply fantastic. 
Used 5ch Amp (Classe, Krell, Rotel)
@danimaz Try to ignore the members who equate money with performance, or those who worship the alter of 2-channel above all else. Yes, 2-channel, being dedicated audio, is going to make your Dynaudios sing, but you want the whole theater package s... 
Upgrade integrated within the $600 - 1k Range
Rogue is also known for its excellent customer service. And I was going to mention Hegel, but thought it would be out of the $1K ceiling. Hegel's are beautifully made and convincing amplifiers.  
Upgrade integrated within the $600 - 1k Range
I’ve had both the Rega and the MF; they’re both wonderful, just slightly different sounds. The MF is more clear; the Rega more punchy. But they’re both excellent integrateds. With your Tekton’s 98db sensitivity, you could also try the tube route a... 
Your favourite Rush albums?
I imagine Neil was the most upset person in the whole situation.  
Used 5ch Amp (Classe, Krell, Rotel)
+1 on CarverAlso, you might try ATI or Emotiva - they both get rave reviews from users and reviewers. And I think most of Anthem's line would best your Rotel.  
Your favourite Rush albums?
Bitten by the bug in 1989, a 30-year Rush fan here (which is young compared to many) and my biggest regret about them is that I’ll never get a chance to take my young sons to see the live. I remember on my first date with the woman who became my w... 
Forever turntable under $2000
+1 on the Technics. Or, just about anything from VPI in that range, new or used. Those LSA's will be true and faithful to whatever component feeds them.  
I woke up with cold ears
I think our bodies come to stasis overnight. Things balance out. Our feet get shorter; our spine decompresses. It's no wonder our aural canals might change, too.