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Point-to-Point wiring vs. PC Board . . .
Blue Circle uses point to point wiring in everything it makes. 
The Over-40 Top 10 - WSJ
There is also a link in the article for some Jazz picks.. 
How best to clean old 78s.
At least get a turntable that can handle a modern cartridge, so you don't ruin the records. There are a few budget cartridges that still have 78 styli available. Ortofon OM stereo cartridges start at $25; the 78 styli is another $39. This way you ... 
Tube pre-amp used for around $1000?
Sounds like the BC21.1 will meet your expectations.. 
Anyone reccommend books on Tuners?
There is a Tuner discussion group on Yahoo Groups. I would post this question there.. 
discontinued B&W CM series
They should do an updated version of the P Series. Was the best thing they ever did at that price point. Much better than the CDM... 
BC's 2003 Remasters/Reissues
""Pink Floyd-Dark Side Of The Moon-SACD/Hybrid release."" ""Everybody raves about the multi-channel mix;"".I have an import LP of this from the 1970's that is quadraphonic. I wonder if they started with that master?? 
Comments on Blue Circle Tube Preamps
What is your budget?There is also a discussion forum at the Blue Circle website.BC products don't just go well with other BC products. I've used the preamps with various other brand amps with good success, as well as using various other brand prea... 
is a subwoofer for music a good idea??
I do not agree at all that most classical music does not need a subwoofer. A subwoofer transforms classical music (including chamber) in a way that is not apparent unless you've heard the difference. (Transforms all music.)The separation of instru... 
is a subwoofer for music a good idea??
Yes it is a good idea. One suggestion is REL... 
Need help finding a relaible/reasonable shipper
Fedex does do pallet freight over 150 lbs, but not sure if they will do residential freight either. Call them..http://www.fedex.com/us/freightportal/?link=1Can you ship it from your workplace to the purchaser's workplace?FYI, Two years ago Fedex b... 
Which subwoofer should I buy? Help Please
REL Q201E is 12 inches square. It cost over $1500 new, but I've seen used ones for $700 to $800. You'll think you have a large footprint $2000+ subwoofer with this one. It might be worth a stretch in your budget. 
What is your price range for used vinyl?
I've paid 50 cents; I've paid $30.00 
$600 cd player with balanced output
Used Rotel RCD-990 or RCD-991. For +/- $200 the Cambridge Audio CD-6 (or the DacMagic DAC for +/- $125). 
Rhapsody in Blue - Which one?
Yeah, I like the old Bernstein as well. If memory serves, I believe he is the pianist as well as the conductor..