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Why is Sony Digital sound more like vinyl?
Hammy started me thinking about inflections/voice tones etc. that we cannot convey here in space.It would be interesting, if along with passwords,we each could post MRI pictures of our heads,so our peers would have a better idea of how we hear sou... 
Problems with U.S. Customs - Watch Out
Second the good tip,Bob 
Counterpoint SA220 vs. modern amp
Agree with Dbamac on price.Best is to get one and send it to Mike Elliot for upgrades.5 yr. warranty and very good sound.Reliability has been no problem with up-graded mod.Agree with all about older reliability problems.Like Harley-Davidson, all h... 
Best JBL's you have heard
Had the L100's from 1976,loved them,a great part of the puzzle at the time,enjoy...Bob 
Bright Star Air Mass II
Good work Barry,alot of people will remember this matter,Bob 
Upgraded Counterpoint Hybrid SA-220 Power Amps
I had a Sa20 and SA1000 both upgraded with the Basic parts.I have not heard any premium upgraded Counterpoints.I am happy,hope to hear more when the Merlins arrive however.I had this done 3 years ago now....what speakers are you using? Regards,Bob 
JoLida 100 potential problem
Occasionally it helps to locktite[blue] or silicone the nuts so they dont move around as you fiddle.....good luck,Bob 
$4000 to spend on a SS power amp - help me choose
Possibly an upgraded Counterpoint from Mike Elliot@altavistaaudio,good luck,Bob 
Aria owners? Mike Elliot's new company
Have not heard the Aria's,but have 2 of his products and think very highly of his work.Keep on keepin on Mike....Bob 
Need Cabling suggestions
These Virtual IC's,were they considerably beyond the AU24?Thanks,Bob 
Best Small Speakers
Check out KRK Systems out of Huntington Beach CA.Their pretty good....Bob 
suggestions for high quality but inexpensive amps
Bryston makes a good 3-channel amp,nice if you could do some demoing on these choices,good luck,Bob 
corrosion
If you use a spray,dont use WD40,its actually machine oil with solvent as a carrier...use Tri-flow or Bel-ray lube.Both are silicon based.Pam cooking oil is vegetable based.There are many more knowledgeable folks here than me,who hopefully will an... 
Redbook+SACD Player to Replace Denon 5900?
Nice return Tom....Bob 
Any reccomendations for a CD burner?
I too have the above mentioned Pioneer and it fine for the money.2 years now and no problems,Bob