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tony1954

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SQ vs. Music
Never really thought about it. When I sit down to listen, I would guess that I listen more for SQ for a short while and then the music takes over and from then on the SQ is secondary. 
Schumann Resonator
Well, colour me curious. Just ordered my first generator, so I can "dip my ears in" before I consider taking the full plunge. 
Best integrated for my purposes - help me choose 1 of 3!
This site might help with possible options for integrateds with HT bypass.http://www.audiophile.no/en/articles-tests-reviews/item/426-amplifiers-with-processor-input 
Open Letter To REL, SVS, Hsu, etc., et al
If you have a Tidal subscription.https://tidal.com/browse/album/29581889https://tidal.com/browse/artist/10499325https://tidal.com/browse/album/60758666 
Suggest one obsure album we all should hear
Not really sure if this qualifies as obscure. Perhaps less known and certainly underappreciated. One of the finest voices ever."Greetings From LA" Tim Buckley Unfortunately, there is no video from this album, but I did find this gem from his album... 
Takedown of pricey servers, streamers OCD HiFi guy
Despite having mostly the same ingredients, some meals will be pedestrian, while others will be orgasmic.  
Perfect Pop Songs
"Manic Monday" The Bangles  
And a happy Festivus to all!
@twoleftears And a Shakti Hallograph Soundfield Optimizer as the Festivus pole. 
Is Not Responding To An Offer Just Plain Rude?
I understand exactly where you are coming from. Despite what some of the jaded members might say, common courtesy shouldn't be dismissed as you being too "emotionally invested". If the seller is providing "wiggle room" in either the selling price ... 
What made you put together your first 2nd system?
You have asked what I would call a "first world question".I will have to get back to you on this one. 
I love sad music
"Hurt" Johnny Cash"I Can't make You Love Me" Bonnie Raitt"River" Natalie Merchant"Hey Mister, That's Me Up On The Jukebox" Linda Ronstadt"Prisoner in Disguise" Linda Ronstadt"Thorn Tree in the Garden" Derek & The Dominos"Baby Can I Hold You" T... 
How old are you?
In 14 hours and 24 minutes my body will be 66 years old.That being said, my mind is still 28 years old. 
Casters on equipment rack?
@tweak1 No condolences required. The condo I own is in a concrete building, has 9' ceilings and with the way it is situated I have never had any issues with my neighbours. Mind you, since I retired and downsized I have adjusted the volume a little... 
Casters on equipment rack?
@oldhvymecGood idea. I will have to consider something like that if I decide to perhaps have casters at the back and legs at the front. Definitely more stable than casters. 
Casters on equipment rack?
@oldhvymecI am familiar with the casters you are referring to, but as much as we audiophiles like overkill, I am still considering practicality and esthetics in this equation. The casters I have shortlisted are high quality, German-made, 2", non-m...