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The Snob Appeal Premium
In my view, we should be celebrating the efforts of those that have commited the talent and resources to produce cost-no-object examples of the best our industry can offer. There are ultra expensive products produced from a multitude of categories... 
Does Anyone Else Member the Golden Age of Audio Insults and Product Degradation?
That’s original.  Haven’t heard that one.  
Perplexed on how single driver speakers can cover such a large Hz range
My brain hertz just thinking about it.  
Why do speakers improve with more powerful amps?
@carlsbad2  ”You listen to the first watt.  If it sucks, you don't need 299 more of them.” this could have broad implications.  I’m going to file this in my “ life lessons “ folder. thanks for the post.  
Best Receiver?
Nakamichi TA4.  Utilized Nelson Pass’s Status technology in the power amp section and sounded quite different than other receivers in its class at the time.  
Quick Question About Power Cables
Audiophile 101: Research. Try several possibilities in your system.  Keep what you like.  Return what you didn’t..  
When are speakers considered Hi-Fi and not Mid-Fi???
“Mid-Fi”: A musically satisfying component/system where the owner recognizes the existence of a strata of performance well above the current level and may, or may not, feel compelled to pursue it.  
Stereophile and the love of hotel decor
Stereophile should disclose their major investment in the Hotel Curtains R’ Us franchise. Their selection of rugs is still a mystery to me.  
What does it take to be a die hard Beatles fan?
A while back I invited my 18-year-old grandson over to listen to music. Right off he said: “I don’t get The Beatles.” i was visibly shaken, and it took a few moments to recover and remind myself that I love my grandson more than I love the Beatl... 
Do my ears deceive me??
Given the infinite number of possibilities, I think it breaks down to 3 general considerations: 1) keep your speakers 2) upgrade them ((spend $6k) 3) consider performance upgrades for your existing speakers. For about 20% of the cost of an upgr... 
Give 'Ambrosia' another listen
After a period of being thoroughly spoiled by some of the most creative artists and musicians in rock history, Ambrosia filled  a much needed void in my search for musical genius.  Their first album is/was a musical masterpiece showing  a mix of b... 
What's up with the price of Vintage equipment?
The finest examples of the most desirable gear from an era is worth every penny.  IMHO.    
The "Very Best Record Cleaning Formulation"
@wizzzard  i was probably missing some context.  Sorry about that.   There have had recent discussions comparing the AudioGon forum to others.  Your deep dive into record cleaning solution is certainly a great example of resources and informatio... 
The "Very Best Record Cleaning Formulation"
Further proof that AudioGon forums are without equal.  
Stoned ice coffee?
QMS’s Mona has absolutely zero prospect for commercial exploitation. That’s why it remains one of my favorites. That, and the fact I can successfully belt out the vocals regardless of how intoxicated I am.