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This may be a rhetorical ? but
Appreciate all responses. It seems as though most responders checked my system so I should've mentioned I recently moved system into a larger 12X15 bedroom. Probably need to fine tune placement but I feel pretty good about room treatment. Anyway, ... 
Which headphones are comfortable?
Thanks for all the info. The Sennheiser 580s and Grado SR-125s were topping my list and this info reinforces my thoughts. 
Which speakers for use with iPod?
Sorry, but my daughter took them off to college. I checked the ebay history but the model number wasn't mentioned in the ad. There are several similar units being auctioned now. 
Which speakers for use with iPod?
I bought my daughter a Cambridge Soundworks powered system on ebay for $30 including shipping. I haven't listened to it critically but it sounds okay through a closed door. Hows that for a ringing endorsement. 
HDCD'S
Google HDCD and check out HDCD Katalogen for an extensive list of HDCD encoded music. But let me recommend one of my favorite discs. "A Nod to Bob" which is a compilation of Bob Dylan songs by artists I had never heard of. The cd is on Red House R... 
Ever used foam for TT isolation?
Never really been a fan of hard rap. 
Recommendation - Rotel vs. Audiolab
I've owned two Rotel RA-1060 integrateds, But no Audiolab products. The Rotel never gave me a problem but Didn't own them all that long. Sorry no help. My reason for posting is to ask a question. With all the different integrated amps in your pric... 
Step Down transformer W/Asian/Euro Integrated amps
I rigged up a homemade extension cord from my dryer outlet. (please don't tell my home owners insurance company) It worked fine. 
Alternatives to sand and lead shot for stands
Concur with Dave. Take em outside to fill and sweep away the excess. 
Speakers sound better without grilles?
My experience has been just the opposite of Xiekithen's. I've owned quite a few different speakers and have only found a couple that sound better with grills removed and they were specifically designed to be used sans grills. Meadowlark Kestrels a... 
Sony TA-E1000 ESD question
the manual can be downloaded from Sony's web site. I don't remember exact address but it's simple. 
Review: Onix Audio XCD 88 CD Player
I've been using a NAD C541i for more than a year now with great results. Do you think the Onix would be an upgrade? It will be sometime before I will live without HDCD. 
Mike Doughty Fans?
I'm going to pick this one up. I heard a cut from it on local station during a Sunday morning program. 
Review: Onix Audio XCD 88 CD Player
Very well presented review. I'm curious however about the operation of the player. I've read review of the Music Hall player where the reviewer was not happy with the way the player accessed tracks on CDs. Can you describe/elaborate on any operati... 
Instant Karma, John Lennon or the Beatles??
My memory was pretty crappy on this one. It was a long time ago. Great song though, great lyrics.