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Why Don't More People Love Audio?
I think it is because most people do not really LISTEN to music. It is merely a back drop to them. I like to drive, but I do not love to drive. Hence there is no Porsche in my driveway. 
Have you tried matching a stereo to your hearing?
It might be possible to tune a system to compensate for dips. It might sound terrible to everyone else, but perfect for you. This is EXACTLY how I tune my system!!! 
System pairing
Srwooten, do you think the system would be better off with a Pass Labs pre rather than the BAT?Yes. Pass amps and pre's are both QUIET, highly detailed, powerful, and accurate. If you like that kind of sound this is a great way to go. That is the ... 
System pairing
I'd re-think the Pass/BAT combo. Two different animals IMO. Sure the will play together, but they both are going in a different direction scenically. What about a phono stage? 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Mmmmm Pontiac. Love that LP! 
Amp level versus line level inputs for subwoofers
I use the speaker level inputs on a stereo pair of subs with great results both with music and movies. My subs have RCA, XLR and speaker level inputs.I assume that if the signal comes from one amp or mono amps, the sub would then retain more of th... 
First Hi-Fi system
"I was considering those without listening to them although I would love to give my business to the local store but the used market is really hard to pass up."Do you really think this is fair to the dealer after you used his time, expertise, and s... 
VPI bearing oil/grease?
Too much oil= soft muddy sound. The bearing will keep itself lubricated with the proper oil/grease. Simply re-apply occasionally. 
DAC to match $2-3K CD player
PS Audio PerfectWave DAC. 
The Best Best Speaker Thread
This one seems kinda' lame... ;-) 
Digital Amps vs Solid State Amps
"first, 'd' doesn't stand for 'digital'....it was the next letter in order to be used."Are there class C amps? 
You know you're an audiophile if--
You know you're an audiophile if- spending $800 on a 1 meter pair of IC's seems like a bargain! 
VPI bearing oil/grease?
Mike told me white lithium for my Scoutmaster and 40 weight for the motor bearing and their damping fluid for the damping trough. 
Who has found happiness giving up cd player?
Excellent post Cerrot! 
Opinions: BALANCED cables for Aesthetix
I use Harmonic Tech magic with excellent results."I need the additional gain"Are the jumpers in your Calypso in the high gain setting?