xrayz

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Which Integrated got you off the merry go round?
If you like SS, go with the Redgum 120. It's great. 
What has been your most satisfying component?
Laugh all you want, but it's my old Pioneer 1250 receiver. 
Your vote: Most Useless Audio Adjective
Organic and 'bang for the buck"- not an adjective, but... 
Need advice on overall system
Tweak- You're right, I do tend to confer less importance on those things. I have anti cables and ICs, but no power conditioning or after market power cords. I never thought of them as basics and think it's more important to put the money into comp... 
Most achingly-beautiful music
I didn't read through all these posts, but here's mine;Wagner- "Flight of the Valkyries"Springsteen- "Thunder Road"Pink Floyd- "Wish You Were Here" 
Preamp recommendations up to $2000
I know i said I was leaning toward tubes, but does anyone have any experience with the Blue Circle BC 103 or CJ Premier 18LS? Thanks. 
Preamp recommendations up to $2000
LOL, No, I'm still here. I got more replies than I thought I would and am trying to research them all. I kindly thank everyone who has replied. As to my thoughts, I haven't formed any concrete ones yet. I wish I could go to $2500, but really can't... 
Repair question for Audio Note CD-2
I have contacted Nick. He requested photos which I provided. I haven't heard back yet. He seemed surprised it wasn't the tube. Very nice man.Please continue providing alternate theories.Thank you. 
The best sounding FM Tuner is.....
Joeylawn36111- It does have a tendency to do that. There's only a couple strong stations near me. It's pretty good on those. As for the others, I just chalked it up to the weak signals/subpar antenna. Also, I have no idea when it was aligned last. 
The best sounding FM Tuner is.....
I own a Marantz 2110. I live in an apartment and can't hook up a decent antenna. I'm using an old car antenna and the reception is great. I don't know what this means, if anything.