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Vandersteen 2CE Sigs tweeter too high
It IS fun, hence my sometimes ascerbic view. Believe me I mean this with a bit of humor. Hope you have been able to find the sweet spot with your Vandy 2Ces. For me the best sound is with the spikes all but about a quarter inch showing in the stan... 
Vandersteen 2CE Sigs tweeter too high
Amusing how one can be confident that the designer made "errors" when it comes to tweeter height, tilt back adjustment, dedicated stands providing adjustable tiltback, etc., when Richard Vandersteen has refined this model for over twenty years and... 
Tube CD Players other than Jolida
Conrad Johnson DV2B; an excellent player that well outperforms the Jolida. I know, I own both. Perhaps hard to find used but occasionally shows up here. 
A great SS integrated with a good phono stage?
See my review of Musical Fidelity A5 integrated. Haven't tried the built in MM phono stage yet as I use an MC cart with a separate phone stage but reviews have been favorable of this section. You will have spend a little more but this has all the ... 
new WHo Amazing Journey DVD - analog galore
Amen to all of the above. I couldn't agree more. And this latest "Wire" offering is simply pathetic, it is so poorly written and executed, nor does it even seem that Pete and Roger were even together in the studio to make this.For me it ended with... 
Review: Musical Fidelity A5 Integrated Amplifier
Dcstep: the Krell but only because this is a completely different set up: 400cx with KCT preamp via CAST. HOwever, it does take up space and loves to eat electrons. 
VPI ScoutMaster or Project RM10
But hey how does it sound? Are you happy with it? Sometimes it's nice to hear how the recommendations played out for you. 
Freak Me Out
Future Sound of London - Dead Cities, LifeformsSkinny Puppy - Too Dark Park, Last Rights, The Process and/or The Greater Wrong of the RightAny of the fine works of AutechreGuaranteed to "FYO" 
OK, Today is Pedal Steel Guitar Day
Yes and Pink Floyd 
Replacing Thiel 2.2's, Need Monitor Suggestions
"I am completely satisfied with my Thiel 2.2's. They are transparent, detailed (sometimes unforgivingly so), incredible imaging, and solid as rocks. Unfortunately, my girlfriend thinks they are clunky looking and since we're getting new furniture ... 
Why are LCDs more popular than plasma?
Cause they look better, especially for movies. 
Review: Krell KAV 400xi Amplifier
Dave, not musical? I never seem to be able to understand how music played back though good equipment can sound this way.Oh well... 
Cartridge Suggestion for Scoutmaster / JMW-9 Sig.
Lyra Dorian or Argo iExellent carts! 
Cartridge Limitations or Break In?
Stringreen couldn't have said it better. Just play yer records and be patient. 
Best Retailer Youve Done Business With?
Music Direct - great folks and serviceTim at Bradford's in Eugene, OR - one of the finest audio retailers anywhwereBob November of McKenzie River Music - guitars and amps but still the finest guitar shop on the planet!