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++++StereoPhile Class A components+++++

Any of you guys who have listened to more components than I have, or maybe anyone who has been in the industry: I see a lot of posts mentioning "stereophile class A " etc, so I assume this recommendation carries a lot of weight. (After purchasing my Audio PHysic Virgo II's, I saw that they were class A in stereophile, so I felt like I agreed with what they were saying.) Are the reviews completely independent? With the vast array of components out there, can they really cover all of them? Do you guys really agree with the class A and B thing? Thanks for the perspective....Mark
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golden_ears
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"With these methods, we can socialize and accomplish nothing." ?
Sure you do accomplish something. The Manufacturer usually pays!!
"Blind drunk"
Golly blind AND deaf?! That's major sensory deprivation man! Must be awful for you!

Uh, that's humour Kal. Us Conspiracy Theorists gotta' have SOME fun.
Well, I have to go watch Mel Gibson in Conspiracy Theory now. I haven't watched it yet this week, and I have to stay sharp so I can keep an eye on you guys and figure out what's REALLY going on!
sean
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Helcat: I have no problems with Kal or his reviews. As i mentioned above, i think that he ( and most all other reviewers ) are between a rock and a hard place. What path they take to get out of such a place is up to them.

As such, i think that Kal ( as an individual ) does a fine job of walking the tight-rope that we ( as regular readers of his work ) and the "powers that be" at Stereophile have provided for him. And for the record, yes, i knew that he was posting under the moniker of Kr4 prior to this thread. Sean
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helcat
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As someone who as actually been confined to quarters, I can understand Kals reluctance. I was referring corporate policies in some companies prohibiting posting on internet bulletin boards within their industry, even anonymously. It is assumed you speak for the publisher.
There is supposed to be a chinese wall between advertising and content. It appears that Stereophiles' wall seems porous to the unwashed. Myself included. Enlighten me.
helcat
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Sean, actually I very much respect Kr4 reviews. The original thread was/is Stereophile class listing and the credence given. Don't get all wishy-washy on me now that a credentialed reviewer is online. remember your first post?
Trust your experience. I would never cancel my Stereophile subscription as then I could only yell at the TV. Also, Sean
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finsfan05401
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Who can afford a new class A rating system, %5 of people on audiogon? Thats why were here we cannot pay full price for stereo equipment. Enjoy.
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