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Watt / Puppy without the crossover
So, Wilson should save tons of money and make it more affordable by dumping the xover? I think not. 
Lotus cleaning system oxygenated water for LP's?
Maybe we can get some 'heavy water' and test that, too. Oh, what we will do to put maddnes to work. 
Oppo 980H setup and use
If you have a computer, you could use that with an interface. Manny available. I would come in handy for other things. Or buy one at Compusa and then take it back . 
Thinking of trying tubes...
The starting point should be a tube pre-amp with a phone stage. If that works for you then go on to the tube amp. Call it 'baby steps'. 
Food for thought for all us audiophiles
Not mentioned in the article is something that surfaced in FI magazine (no longer published), that the hearing of different cultures is significantly different and it can be measured. The article explored how americans and the british hearing was ... 
PrimaLuna and AE Six Pacs
I might be worth your while to look into Cayin or VAS tubes. I own the cayin T88 (integrate) and the vas II's (mono blocks). The same company that makes the cayin and vas, also makes PrimaLuna. Cayin claims the T88 has the Mac 275 sound signature.... 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
Overstock.com has the mapleshade unit for $35. With a 3M microfiber brush from the supermarket your set to go. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
Yes, the major tweaker is Mapleshade. 
Discounts vs. Agon listings
Don't even think about buying used unless it can be picked up and demo'd. Local dealer demo's are ideal since they come with service. But again, the dealer must be able to demo the unit, 'open box' to be avoided. As mentioned by others, some deale... 
Dedicated Stand for a Turntable ? Opinions.
Look for a used VPI rack and add a granite top to the base on spikes, point upward on the botom of the granite. 
Mcintosh 275's or Marantz Model 9's What would you
I would go with the 9's, much warmer in my experience. However, not knowing what is in your chain, what results you would get is hard to tell. Can your source let you try each? That would be ideal. That way you will 'hear' the difference when your... 
German Cd cutting machine:any owners out there?
What is the name of the unit? Got me thinking about 'true' center punch. Would off center hole punch create problems like off punched Lp's? A discussion of the turntable problem of off center punch, or spindle hole wear, is in the current issue of... 
Microsoft Excel for LP, CD, Tape inventory?
I started my inventory on Excel but soon found it limiting and a lot of key boarding needed. I switched to the Collectorz.com product and their bar code scanner. Check out the product features and I think you find the price well worth it. They off... 
Do well-intentioned people move your speakers?
I do all the time. Been breaking a new set for about ten months. I actually have them, deep spiked towers, on plant dollies that have a 16 inch round concrete stepping stone on top. Makes it easy to move the 'monsters'. Keep on tweaking! 
Quality of Calif Audio Labs Delta Transport?
I have a delta & sigma dac. Been pleased, hope to find a reasonable priced alpha. I've fed the sigma with out put from my sony scd xa777es and I surprised how good the sound was.