timrhu

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It was 20 years ago today. . What was your system?
Sansui B2101 ampKenwwod C-2 preSony 5 disc cdp (forget model, although I could call my daughter as she still has it)Teac V800X cassette deck (wish I still had this one)Technics SL1500? tt with various cartsBose 901s (forget which series)A SHortly ... 
Are We Talking CDs And CDPs Out Of Existence?
This topic comes up fairly regularly now. If we check the archives we will find me stating a similar sentiment as the op. That was a few years ago.At this point though, it's been a while since I stood in front of the wall of cds or listened to a c... 
Opinion on Linn AV 5105
I owned 2 of these amps. They had a nice ss sound IMO. If you crack them open, you'll wonder why they command a high price. I believe I paid around $400 a piece for mine, which seemed about right for the build and sound. 
How does one "Get lost in the music"?
Put the laptop away.That's all I need to do as there's not much else in the room to pull my attention away. 
Krell kav-300cd transport problem
Removing and replacing the transport is a straightforward process. I'd take the transport out and look to see what's binding the movement and fix it if possible. Maybe some fresh lubricant. If this doesn't get it working I'd go with ZD's advice. C... 
Anyone here have a memory ?
"Line up, sign up, and reenlist today!" is a line that's been stuck in my head since 1970 or so. Aah the memories. 
Your top 3 worst purchases ever
1) Jennifer Warnes "Famous Blue Raincoat". Some good things came out of it though; I learned that many audiophiles are idiots. Horrible music enshrined in early digital sound. She makes Krall, Cole, Monheit, et al sound like Fitzgerald and Washing... 
Your top 3 worst purchases ever
Bsimpson, you have had some terrible luck.I have only had a couple bad buys here on AudioGon, but in both cases the seller made good. One was an Arcam integrated amp that was almost DOA. The seller took it back immediately. Another was a pair of s... 
Does anyone know of a good 3-way bookshelf speaker
Polk Lsi 703 
Preamp with XLR input under 1k?
Mahlerian, I would not have guessed English was not your first language by your postings.What I meant by my post is, only you will be able to decide which of the suggested preamps will work best in your system. 
Best speaker that Proac ever made
I have owned the Response 1.5 as well as the D15 and have heard the 2.5 and the 3.8. The 3.8 is not just the best Proac speaker I've heard, it is one of my all-time favorite speakers. It had a natural rightness to it. 
Preamp with XLR input under 1k?
MahlerianThank you all for helpSo what pre will be best with my system?Really?I should John McEnroe here. 
Preamp with XLR input under 1k?
Used Bel Canto pre3 is a nice choice. 
Newest iPhone
Repost this in a week when they're available. 
Song With Best Beginning
"Under My Wheels" - Alice CooperDwellerI use the intro as my ringtone.How about Mott The Hoople's All The Young Dudes. No doubt what song is coming with that intro.