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Is there a magic formula for spending on components in a system
Not big into formulas, but I am big into what sounds good and works well together.  
Tuner into Cable jack?
Decades ago- in the 90's, my cable company did offer FM through the cable, but it was noisy ground loop hum. There was a device I bought that addressed that without killing the signal.  Fast forward- a year or 2 ago out of curiosity, I tried again... 
Recommendations for fast sounding cables
Too many folks confuse a bright cable with sounding fast.  
Which is the most important part of a stereo system?
Everything matters, however, my observations have led me to feel that a preamp can make or break a system.  
Anyone remember Studio Design speakers?
There really is very little on the webI thought some models bore a passing resemblance to some Ohm speakers and considering the “connection” between ownership of Ohm and Tech Hifi, a resemblance is not surprising. I had the 46’s. 10 inch woofer, p... 
How Long Did It Take You To Build Your Dream Setup?
About 40 years  
CJ Preamp Teflon Recap
Where have you sent the pre on for service? To CJ or an indie?  
Affordable US Made Tube Pre/Power or Integrated Options
I’ve owned Rogue. Before that I owned Conrad Johnson Premier. Liked Rogue better. Eventually went to Pass. I don’t miss tubes at all  
It’s that time of year- 2020 audio wish list
@slaw it is good to know that in these uneasy times there’s someone who will, with kindness, help me back on to the one true path!  
Anyone remember Studio Design speakers?
I guess you are not familiar with Tech Hifi which was a chain of stores based in the Northeast USA.  
It’s that time of year- 2020 audio wish list
Slaw- the error of my ways have been corrected  
It’s that time of year- 2020 audio wish list
Slaw- I’m impressed! A devotee of the last photo I used. I’ll see what I can do!  
It’s that time of year- 2020 audio wish list
Well, since posing this question in December, the world has changed. I imagine many of us have gotten a whole lot more time to listen to music. I know I have and as a result, a lot of new music has come in. No new gear.  
Pass labs x250.8 stereo amp in San Diego?
I’m about 3000 miles from San Diego, so the audition part is out. The suggestion of contacting Mark at Reno hifi is spot on. Best environment to audition gear in is your room with your gear. I’ve owned a 250.8 since 2015. It’s outstanding!  
is it possible to make digital audio sound like vintage vinyl
The problem here is why do you want anything to sound like Vintage vinyl? Don’t get me wrong, I’m deeply committed to vinyl, but I want my vinyl to sound as close to state of the art as my budget permits. And I think I’ve come very close. My digit...