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Those singers you enjoy,....that don't really have a great voice?
Moody Blues  
Why is it that every time, lately, that I'm interested in a thread...
Yep.  Someone introduces a topic and the next thing you know it's seen more threads than an antique Singer sewing machine. Topic: "I Woke Up This Morning and Notced the Walls are Perpendicular to the Floor in My Listening Room" Us:  Front mount... 
Why don't higher end amplifiers come with a separate power chassis?
As expected, we’ve seen technically competent remarks from the younger, faster, and better looking members of this group. From an old guy’s perspective, I will add that the additional economic impact of building 2 chassis is significant. Here’s an... 
Favourite Guitarists
I’ve been a terrible guitar player for over 50 years. It took me multiple tries to master the solo/break starting at 1:40. Hats off to Carl Wilson who probably nailed it on the 1st try.    
Are There Improvements that Can Be Easily and Quickly Made Without Buying More Stuff?
Check the torque on your speaker raw driver bolts/screws. This was suggested a while back by a member.  After a quick check I found myself tightening 96 machine screws holding the speakers in place, ranging from “not quite snug” to “suspended in ... 
Looking for a McIntosh amp that gives a great example of the “McIntosh Sound”
As a retired Mac dealer, I had the priviege of having a pretty big "toy box" of Mac gear to play with.  My current set up consists of C47/MC152.  If you're able/willing to stretch the budget a tad for a good used piece, the MC352 will provide 3db ... 
Are There Improvements that Can Be Easily and Quickly Made Without Buying More Stuff?
IF your sitting close to the back wall, move your seat forward. IF you're using a high back chair, move you head forward.  Or, use another chair.  
Are There Improvements that Can Be Easily and Quickly Made Without Buying More Stuff?
@mikelavigne Stunning room and system!! By comparison, it makes me want to turn my room into my insurance company for vandalism. Well played (literally), sir.  Thanks for sharing.  
Favourite Guitarists
Honorable Mention: John Cippolina The Quicksilver Messenger Service co-founder and lead guitarist was considered one of the father’s of the San Francisco sound, often referred to as psychedelic rock. Not happy with standard PA packaging of the da... 
Confession: I only like Norah Jones because so many others told me to
@erik_squires "I actually do like Norah Jones" So do I.  She rates a solid "8.0" on my "# of plays" scale. Just above Diana Krall, and few ticks away from Linda Ronstat. I woke up yesterday with an impulse to inject some light humor into the con... 
When CDs first came onto the market in 1982 .......
Flim & The BBs -- Tricycle. It was the first recording (for me) that truly delivered the promise of digital sound.  It also served another purpose of scaring the ever-loving %^@* out of me at the same time. And, oh those Monster CD Sound Ri... 
Confession: I only like Norah Jones because so many others told me to
Like Erik, I have to confess that there are (without getting specific) certain artists/genres that don’t check enough boxes to trip my (musical) trigger. I rate these according to the number of plays I am willing to endure. ’ A rating of "2.7" wo... 
This can’t be serious??? Check this out at Dedicated Audio
“When this baby hits 88 decibels, you’re going to hear some serious s—-t. “ - Doc Brown  
Vinyl record cleaning
Voodoo: Have you tried running a separate water line to the dishwasher?  
McIntosh Announces Mc451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier
Putting it’s subtle and understated cosmetics aside, how does it sound?