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warrenh

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what is good sound ?
whew, I ain't touching this one. Rather read Proust (in French)-it's easier.. 
which power conditioner unit?
Ditto Tvad. Haven't we been here more than once? There's oodles to read. Good luck, you'll need it... 
1st, most memorable recording...
My buddy's dad had a rig that consisted of AR 3as, Empire belt driven turntable, and a Fisher receiver. He played Sounds of Silence by Simon & Garfundkel. Did it for me, back in the 60s. I was hooked. 
Point of diminishing returns
I hear ya Drubin. Clear as day to this audiophool.. 
How can power cords make a difference?
I agree with Boa2 about tubes and your front end. I would go for a dedicated line for your cdp, an Audio Magic Digital Mini (or any other power conditoner you choose I'm an AM guy) and use the stock cord to go from outlet to power conditioner, and... 
How can power cords make a difference?
Marco, don't forget your KY for those big babies... 
How can power cords make a difference?
Power cords only make a difference if you spend $500 or more. Over $1k? Electric nirvana. Spending oodles of money on power cords increases your tympanic sensitivity and ability to hear (rationalize) electric wonders. This is a fact...There ain't ... 
Zu on Zu
Manuel, just got on after being away for the day. YES INDEED! The bass is quite extraordinary. A lot has gone on here. I forgot, already, who commented about Tvad, but Grant has been emphatic about audiophools making their own decisions about Zu, ... 
Which KT88s for Cary SLI-80?
I use the KR KT88s in my SET. Love 'em.. 
Zu on Zu
The Definitions's at $9k are a bargain, IMO. Why 4 10inch subwoofers? Why not? The more air the speakers move the more palpable and visceral the sound. Small footprint with dynamics, speed, prodigious deeply extended bass, providing a wall of soun... 
Ani Difranco
..."the family tree.." does she have a sister? thanks, I'll check Sickafoose out...BTW, did some Google homework...looks like she has about a dozen albums...very prolific and diverse..this should be fun. 
Zu on Zu
Tvad, I know what you're talking about with Microjack. Since he will not be posting anymore on this thread, we can talk about him all we want without reciprocity..Come on, I know you are baiting him...lol... How come you never took Cobra up on tha... 
Zu on Zu
I have to strongly agree with Microjack. I have experimented adnauseam with different distances. My speakers are 8 feet apart and my tympanics are 10 feet from the front baffles. "There's a caveat to my last post"--I'll believe that when I see it.... 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
Miccrojack between Zu on Zu and this thread: do you have any time to listen to your rig? lol... :) 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
I meant the Wilson's I have "listened" to. Not ownership "have." Sorry for the confusion...