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Follow up to above question: I listen to mostly classic rock on FM, CD LP and tape format. This includes Grateful Dead concert tapes recorded off of the weekly "Grateful Dead Hour" These tapes were recorded using a reconditioned Nakamichi LX-3 whi... 
Can I get "Great" used speakers for $1800??
In answer to Viggen's question: FYI, The B&W Matrix3 series 2 was current in 1989. "Matrix" describes the honeycomb, concrete cabinet design used to reduce vibrations. I owned them 12 years. I sold them because they began to bore me in terms o... 
Can I get "Great" used speakers for $1800??
FOLLOW-UP TO ABOVE THREAD: Many thanks to all who responded so far to this thread. I wish I had the time to e-mail back each response. First,one member advised to be patient and hold for a "killer deal". Yes, good advise; but,how does two years wo... 
Meadowlark "New" Kestral 2: Anyone Heard Them??
A4ryan, Thank you very much!! You overview of the Kestrel 2 gives me more information to make a decision. Regards, Jim 
++++Virgo III reviews???++++++
I am glad that someone brought up this issue. Hopefully,what Royy has indicated is correct. I always thought the "K" category in Stereophile was for deletions. Here is my spin on this thread. About 18 months ago, Mike Fremer reviewed the Avanti 3'... 
Audio Physic Tempo 3i vs Revel F-30: Better Value?
To the members who have responded so far, thank you for your concern, but I am not a wine drinker.... Unfortunately, I don't have the luxury of visiting local audio outlets like one would do in NYC, Chicago, or San Francisco. I live in the "buttho... 
Vandy 2CE S or Gershman's Cameleon: High-End Spks?
Many thanks to those who responded so far. A shrinking budget and listening interest prompted this thread. Misters Klein and Tubegroover seem to have this product down cold. Careful system matching seems to be the key. Unfortunately, I do not have... 
The Worst Speaker you have ever heard.
Anyone claiming to be concerned about the welfare of American workers who wears a $1000 three piece suit and thinks CEOs deserve their inflated salaries!! 
any new Quad 11/12L owners?
Has anybody heard the larger Quad 22L?? It is a floorstanding speaker. If so, how does it compare with monitors 11L and 12L??? I have read all the posts in this "thread", and I can't stop from asking if this "new" Quad line of box speakers approac... 
Totem's "Hawk" and "Forrest":How Hi-End Are They?
I want to thank all the members who contributed to answering my questions; your input is very helpful in evaluating the compatibility of the Totem speaker with my set-up and room size. Best regards to all for a prosperous new year! Jim 
Opinions on the new Meadowlark Kestrel '2'
There seems to be some disagreement on what the new Kestral 2 can do in comparison to the Swift which was released last year. I have not heard them because of ML's limited and also misguided system of distribution in Southern Cal. Nevertheless, I ... 
Opinions on the new Meadowlark Kestrel '2'
See 6moons.com website; after entering the site go to "industry news" and click on "CES 2003" report; a couple of pages in, there is a "brief review" of the Kestral 2. I am also intersted in the same product but need to find out more, especially w... 
Spikes or platforms
Warren, Thank you for the information!! and let's all hope for a peaceful world so we can continue to enjoy our wonderful hobby and advocation 
Spikes or platforms
I have never heard of this product; so, can you inform me how much these "platforms" retail for?? Also, would it make sense to use these on new speakers just out of the box, or wait to judge the speakers first?? It seems from what I have read that... 
Silverline?Thiels? Audio Physic?: Need guidance
I want to thank all for their excellent and helpful comments. This type of response again confirms for me what a great membership we have. Best regards for the New Year!! Jimbo