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Mark Levinson 432 vs 532 vs 532H
Dtc... Revel Salon one's . See my system link for more details and pictures . 
Is Stereophile seeking a new reader demographic?
Many years ago a collage professor said , to determine where we are going we must first understand where we came from . Rather than trying to reinvent itself with low priced gear , music servers, USB dacs and such , maybe Stereophile should look a... 
Mark Levinson 432 vs 532 vs 532H
Dtc ... Iv'e been using the #431 since new , the little sister to the #432 , ( less power but sweeter sounding ) and recently tried the #532H , the difference was substantial . I'm considering both the #532 and #532H as well as the Classe CTM 600 ... 
Is Stereophile seeking a new reader demographic?
I agree with ( Cyclonicman ) Stereophile should worry more about there currant demographic , I sent them a letter stating that , they did publish it in the January 2011 issue . 
Vintage Levinson DACs
Iv'e tried many new DACs but my Levinson #360S still makes them sound thin and digital like . 
Mark Levinson 432 vs 532 vs 532H
The #532 is the little sister of of the famed #53 , and uses the same technology . Harmon insists there not digital . The #532H is from the old technology . Both sound great to me but the #532 is far superior . 
Is Stereophile seeking a new reader demographic?
Tomcy ...You said that Stereophile hardly mentioned server systems , witch Stereophile are you reading ? The Stereophile I read has many reviews and articles for servers , streamers , U.S.B. dac's ,ect , too many as far as Im concerned . 
Is Stereophile seeking a new reader demographic?
Stereophile has stated many times that they are trying to attract new and younger readers , and review more low cost equipment . That policy dosn't appeal to me but I guess in this economy you have to do whats needed . I think J.A. will keep a han... 
Girlfriends and wifes, how do YOU cope?
Iv'e never been questioned over an audio purchase . We each have are own passions .The better half , or is it two thirds , has two high end cars in the garage , I have a ten year old Grand Cherokee in the drive way . 
Speaker wire
Sam you didn't mention the length of wire needed , gauge and distance of wire go hand in hand , of coarse there are more important perimeters to consider . Also In recommending a brand of cable we would need to no what amplifier ect you are using ... 
Made in Canada conundrum
Canadians get the same B.S. from U.S. customs when the situations are reversed , maybe worse . 
Album which you have listened to most?
Lately it's been Eva Cassidy . Just can't get enough . 
Your Favorite, Most Outstanding Guitar Solo
Another vote for Santana , Moonflower . Just can't get enough of this one . 
Stereophile vs. Sports Illustrated
You guy's crack me up . Keep it up . 
Metal, aluminum, or wood for a rack ?
Wood is out . Ive found metal with a 50/50 fill mix of sand and lead work well . I'm in the heavy and ridged camp , although many are using the less mass method . Any solid ridged stand will be a improvement .