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CD Got Absolutely Crushed By Vinyl
"Uuugggghhhhh!!!!!This isn’t a debate on perception, it’s a debate on the medium and associated technologies. C’mon people, it’s not about WHO is right or wrong."sleepwalker65-Cmon, YOU knew what was gonna happen.With a title that includes "Crushe... 
Any advice on buying quality vinyl
"The 180 grams or 200 gram records are also a maybe as to the sound quality and are they worth the extra money. All this is probably not what you wanted to hear."I always thought my limp noodle, Bowie RCA Dynaflex albums sound great!As mentioned ... 
Mahogany Rush
"Mick Box, Tony Iommi, Carlos Santana, Frank Zappa, etc ..."Great pick of players there,Harold.For awhile, I followed UFO and was a fan of Michael Schenker. I lost interest in the guitar bands once the 80's came around. Didn't get into Satch,Vai e... 
Overwhelmed and under experienced...
Just looking at your post, I recommend you just listen to music and watch movies. 
CD Got Absolutely Crushed By Vinyl
ruegas-the link is simply provided for added enlightenment. Direct your know it all wisdom elsewhere.  
CD Got Absolutely Crushed By Vinyl
Here is some discussion   on digital recording vs. tape from someone who DOES know what he's talking about.I've been a  Boston fan since their debut on FM radio in 1976.Tom Scholz is an M.I.T. guy and a hardcore analog devotee.Interesting analog s... 
Looking for a new (used) phono preamp to replace EAR834
I would consider  this new unit, at your price.https://www.upscaleaudio.com/products/cary-audio-ph-302-mk-ii-phonostageI've used my Foz V2.0 since it was introduced. I have demoed it against a few current, popular tubed units. Subjectively, the Fo... 
Cogging!
One of those techie concerns of an electric motor, especially a DD table.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cogging_torquehttps://www.brighthubengineering.com/commercial-electrical-applications/67622-what-is-cogging-in-ele... 
8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
vpi- straws still exist here, in Long Beach!I don't know about the matches, may be done like free air for your tires. 
8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
"100’ of unraveled snarled tape wrapped up under the trap door of the dash mounted 8 track player, only discovered when you pull it out of of the slot because it stopped playing until you realized....then using a steak knife to dig it out."newf27-... 
Phono Preamp Gain
"I’m not sure if the JBLs are anywhat of a good match for the Primaluna but I got them for dirt cheap at an estate sale so they are staying for a while."nmo25- I bet the JBL's will sound good, if you like the "vintage sound"Vintage sound to me is ... 
8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
grannyring-Nothing like listening to a favorite cut, only to be interrupted by the player clicking over to the next track to continue the song!On another note, I'm considering a "final" road rig-disc brake, E-tap$$$I've had  my "plastic"rig for 10... 
Phono Preamp Gain
nmo25,I HAVE the PL HP, a VPI,and used a Schiit Mani, while my main unit was in the shop.Don't drive yourself mad figuring what is "absolute" on paper.One of the 2 first MM settings will be fine. Using your ears, in this instance, won't damage any... 
Another Letterman guest I wasn't aware of..
roxy54-I felt the same way too. You can feel Johnnys inner child,as he speaks with Dave.This was a refreshing watch. Johnny  was on top of his game. Very few guitarist can  make that song, "their song" as Johnny.I also saw Johnny a few years back.... 
CD Got Absolutely Crushed By Vinyl
Is this thread in response to the CD "crushing" vinyl thread?Lots of crushing going on lately...