ska_man

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If you could bring back one great artist that has
Billie Holiday 
California Audio Show-why I hate audio conventions
I'll second the Good show, Dagago!! 
California Audio Show- a great time
This was my first audio show. So, I can't say how good it was compared to other events. But, it was a great experience and I look forward to going again. I thought many of the rooms had great systems. But there were 2 rooms that I had a hard time ... 
Help with this song
Check out Stanley Turrentine " More than a Mood ". 
Looking for a DAC for the Squeezebox Touch
A PS Audio DL3 with Cullen stage 4 was just listed ( no affiliation ) for $875.00 with shipping. A pretty good deal in your price range. 
Why does mixing quality'n'crap sound so good?
I wish your post could have been done in an audio file format. A proper British accent would have been the crowning touch.Well governor, you have a cracking good example of the law of diminishing returns. Enjoy the music. Cheerio. 
YouTube Favorites to share.
How about a taste of Imelda May & Blue Harlem.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKrG5TokSmI 
ImportCDs
I had a similar situation with them, about 6 months ago.They never responded to any of my numerous emails.In the end they did issue a credit. It just showed up on my credit card statement 2 or 3 months later. If you paid by credit card, contact th... 
Rookie looking amp/receiver advice
I would put the money into a headphone amp and a pair of headphones. They just may come in handy. 
$1000 upgrade. Opinions?
How about beefing up your power conditioning. I would replace the Furman 1215 with a Furman Elite-15 PFi and also add a PS Audio Quintet. Plug your Audiolab integrated into one of the "Power Factor" outlets on the Elite-15, and plug the Quintet in... 
Does long hair destroy the soundstage?
Viridian, I used to have that same problem with my chest hair. When I asked my stylist she suggested either a wax job, or a tuned beard. I went with the beard option, and my soundstage is better than ever. 
Does long hair destroy the soundstage?
Perhaps it's time to have audiophile ratings for hairstyles. Or better yet, audiophile hair care products.Full Spectrum Shampoo - $248.00 / 12 oz..High Frequency Taming Conditioner - $248.00 / 12oz..Each product could also be sent back to the manu... 
Preamp suggestions
A Parasound JC-2 BP might be a good option for you.I have the standard JC-2, and it does an outstanding job with imaging and space. 
TOP 5 CD OR LP LISTENED MOST TO IN LAST 3 YEARS ?
Barbara Morrison - Live at the 9:20 SpecialMonty Alexander - RocksteadyBlue Harlem - Talk to MeBoss 501 - In the GrooveR&B=Ruth Brown - Ruth Brown 
Power line question
Actusreus,Jea48 has more knowledge on this subject than I do. So, ifI say or recommend anything that differs from him, please follow his advice. That said....the bridged breakers are for 240 volt branch circuits. The twin (not bridged) breakers ar...