timrhu

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soft dome speakers
I'm another who generally prefers soft dome tweeters. They seem to be less irritating over the long haul. In your price range look at the Quad L series and the Polk Audio LSi speakers. My preference is the Polks, especially the LSi7; a great littl... 
Volex cables - No longer belden???
Saying cords made in one country are inferior is some fantasy. Maybe twenty years ago, China cords were junk. not any more.Pange is great, cheap as dirt, AND great. fantastic. (I own about twenty Pangea cords. pangea orgy.)Elizabeth Were audiophil... 
PayPal Alternative? - What's your opinion?
I have an idea, let's test this system. Grannyring, you put $500 out there for me and send instructions on how to retrieve it. After the check clears I will let the other Audiogon members know how well it works. :) 
Great rock songs
The title cut from "The Bends" is my favorite cut on the album. But if you like "Fake Plastic Trees" check the video, it's a good one. 
USB Cards to Replace Compact Discs?
Too late to catch on. I'm basing this on the habits of my four kids (all adults now). None of them seems interested in owning any physical media. 
resolution opus 21 cd player OPINIONS PLEASE
Haven't heard the Opus 21 but have owned the CD-50 for years now. It's the cdp that made me sell my vinyl. 
Best World Class System for the Money
I feel exactly the same about my setup. Ain't life grand! 
Jolida or similar tube amp vs bel canto class d?
Well crank the A/C up and enjoy. 
Good car radio antenna
I used a coat hanger with good results when my antenna was ripped off by some teenage assholes. :) 
Speaker cabinet made of real wood
06-07-10: Has2beMeadowlarks were.The later Meadowlarks and only the front baffle. (I'm pretty sure) 
Integrated Recommendation: Balanced at Low Volumes
Check out the PS Audio Trio C-100 integrated, nice and compact. 
How far do you sit from your speakers
My speakers are 6.5 ft from tweeter to tweeter. My ears are 8 ft from tweeters. This has worked well for me and I'm not sure I'd move the listening seat back even if the room allowed. When my system was in the living room I found myself moving in ... 
Are Revel F12 speakers too much for a small room?
My room is about the same size as yours. In the small room I don't really need to listen at high volume levels so I say bring the speakers home and see how they work with your setup. My only experience with Revel was the pair of M20s I owned. Fant... 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
Now, let me ask the question again, and see if I can get the answer, I was looking for. I love the sound of Vinyl over cds,. If I was to spend 2 to 3k on a cd player, will it even come close to the sound of Vinyl, or will I get the realism that I ... 
Looking to buy a complete 2 chanel system
Yes, by all means, follow Walt's advice. His advice is way better than any other you will find.