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timo

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Alternate interconnect to Cardas Neutral Reference
Agree w/Mattybumpkin re: AP Solo Crystal. 
Best Redbood CD Player Used/New under $7K
Muse Ten transport, Muse Model 192 DAC. 
Best Live Albums?
Tim Mahoney "Live" 
Remastered Supertramp? Crime of the Century?
It is better than the original CD mastering. Due to better digital chips, processing and electronics the new one is more refined with better dynamics and overall cleaner less "digital" sound. Still not as good as the original LP or the MoFi LP. 
Remastered Supertramp? Crime of the Century?
It is better than the original CD mastering. Due to better digital chips, processing and electronics the new one is more refined with better dynamics and overall cleaner less "digital" sound. 
LP storage? What do you use?
Boltz USA LP shelving (strong and durable)! 
Best Transport for under a $1000
Museatex CDD-1 from Ed Meitner design (aprox. $550 used)or Muse Model Eight transport. 
speakers on fireplace hearth???
My parents have their moderate sized bookshelf speakers on a travertine fireplace hearth bench about a foot and a half off the floor. They are using BDR cones under each speaker. No problems, sounds great. 
High-end Universal...Why? ?
Uppermidfi: Although he doesn't mince words saying it, Wainwright is probably not far off the mark. Also, try and chill out a bit. You need to be open to others point of view and how they say it. I'm not saying you have to agree with them, but rea... 
Is this Sony CDP still good????
I agree with Sean. I would do some sleuthing on mods for your current unit. 
SF Line 3-- Parasound JC-1-- Thiel 7.2 Cables ?
Check out Analysis Plus Solo Crystal Oval. 
phono cable suggestions..
I like the Cardas Neutral Reference phono cable. Hovland is another brand, Kimber Kable has a couple choices. Also, check out Graham. 
Headphone/Speaker suggestions
Senn 600 or the new 650s should do you fine, but I would highly recommend an amplifier to drive these cans. Look on www.headphones.com or something like this to get some feedback on what the masses are saying re: this type of gear. 
Is your turntable spinning while you clamp down?
Agree, don't clamp while table is spinning. Not good for the motor and shortens belt life. 
What is the difference in CD transports?
You have to look at construction, both mechanical and electrical. Also, digital jitter plays a role. Some transports deal with this better than others. Power supply is a big deal. The better the supply, the better the sound usually providing all e...