snofun3

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Componets first, cables second?
"i might ask owners of the 128 about their experiences with the 128"And if there were other tennis's around, they'd tell you to stop asking stupid and rhetorical questions and turn the thing on, determine whether you like it out and stop wasting e... 
How many more years before cd's become passe?
Nothing wrong being a newbee, one only gets to be one a few times in his lifetime, and each time it is a precious experience. Yes?Constantine SooDagogoNo doubt you're welcomed aboard, and all look forward to your insights. 
Componets first, cables second?
"i stand by my statement. if one auditions combinations of cables and say a cd player, one can answer the question posed by this thread without having to request opinions."Which applies to virtually every thread about everything being discussed he... 
How many more years before cd's become passe?
"and no one should think he is smarter or dumber than the next Audiogoner".We can see you're a newbee. 
Componets first, cables second?
"+++ The argument also happens to be a marketing dream because the logic says that you simply don't hear as much cable differences with "unresolving" gear. +++This happens to be patently true. "It's also the crutch that many use to try to justify ... 
How many more years before cd's become passe?
first, what is the utility of opinions on this subject ?second, if you cannot solve a problem, why waste time discussing it ?why not accept it and discuss a topic which is more relevant to the enjoyment of listening to music in one's home ?Did I m... 
Componets first, cables second?
Tennis - excellent response - says nothing, yet appears to have some deep thought process, while managing to degrade all those who tried to help and address the question. You must have some experience as an academic. Bravo. 
Black Sand Statement One powerchord
I prefer a Peter Townsend powerchord. 
Small Room. Go for it or forget about it?
Go for it. Like anything else, you have to size the equipment to the room. Imagine how great some exquisite small monitors will sound in there with moderate power. Like oversized headphones if you do it right.Room treatments could be significant f... 
Componets first, cables second?
Cables second (or third maybe - after new/more music).Get GREAT components and GOOD cables. 
Best Bang for Buck - Time to Upgrade
It would probably be handy to know what your budget and goals are. 
Do well-intentioned people move your speakers?
Send her to Carlos house. She'd have her work cut out for her.She'd probably leave you alone after she saw that disaster. 
What's up with the 'Piano' gloss????
So far you're alone. No doubt the sheen of beautiful, well finished wood is wonderful, but the gloss black has its own appeal. I still remember my old PSB Stratus minis fondly. Yes - PITA to keep up.I have ML Ascent i's with the cheesy crinkle fin... 
Radio Shack MINIMUS 7 crossover upgrade
Ummmm, search function or google usually works to get more information.I tried both and all types of things popped up, Try it. 
new DVD player priorities
I'm exactly in that situation, and I'm fairly convinced that I'll buy the new $499 sony blu ray player for the HD, the upconverting, and the HDMI 1.3 sound.HD DVD with recording - I don't think so.