tbromgard

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Comedy Albums
Cheech and Chong 
Cartridge recommendation
Ortofon 2m line-up: red or blue are both very nice. 
What's your favorite MFSL
If were talking about vinyl-my favorites are Nirvana Nevermind, Ricky Lee Jones, Led Zepplin II. 
Best cheap record cleaning system?
Nothing beats a wet cleaning with vac pick up-try nitty gritty/record doctor for 100-200. 
Need help picking speakers for small room
If you like Klipsch-try the Heresey. They are compact, efficient, have good bass, can be had used, and they can be upgraded via Bob Crites. They will work great with 75 watts and will sound even better when you upgrade electronics. 
Alon Model I VS. Alon Model V
I spelled it wrong-the correct spelling is: Black Orpheus Speaker Cable. It is manufactured by Acarian Systems to provide optimum performance with Alón loudspeakers. Google it and you will get plenty of hits. I have occationally seen it on Agon us... 
McIntosh MC-2100 -- Aragon 2004 MKII ... upgrade?
I had an Aragon with Appogee Centaur Minors. Not a bad match. However, IMO the match was a bit on the bright side of things, and I prefer a slightly warmer sound. The Thiel speakers I have heard are very very good, but revealing of upstream electr... 
Looking for Amp/preamp suggestions
go for a used NAD bee integrated amp. 
Alternatives to Klipsch Forte II
Check out the Heresy-compact, dynamic and efficient. 
Alternatives to Klipsch Forte II
If you like Klipsch-be sure to check out the mods/cross-overs available from Bob Crites (google it). 
Top 5 Hamburgers
THE SQUEEZE INN near Sacramento 
Alon Model I VS. Alon Model V
I have heard both-but its been a while. The I is smaller, less complex and far less expensive than the V. However, they share the Alon holographic sound and extended bass. Everything the I offers, the V offers more of it and more refined. Also, I ... 
Which TT for my system?
I would opt for the VPI over the Clearaudio. Have you heard any Sota tables-they are very good also. 
Best Integrated w/ Phono-In under $350
I would go with the NAD integrated used-and a used NAD pp2 or pp3. Very good sound for the money 
Best Song Intro
TED NUGGENT-live. The intro to Wang Dang Sweet Poontang is the best intro to any rock song. "This is a love song..." Haha-I love that guy.