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Favorite scream in rock?
Frank Black  
For Tube Folks...
Actually test data is very important but doesnt tell you if the tubes are lightly used or not. It is not unusual for there to be up to a 15 to 20% difference in the test readings on NOS tubes of the same type and manufacturer. So you can actually ... 
Things we cannot be bothered by anymore
People that believe political ideology is a defining attribute.  People that believe they have the ability to understand a hobbyist's motivation for "overspending" on their system. .    
The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.
Oh and I see Merlin mentioned. Judd from Joule modified his personal Merlin speakers ever so slightly. I believe to tame the tweeter a bit. Compare the retail prices on the Wilsons vs the Merlins. I think it fair to expect less compromises (design... 
The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.
Thanks for making the point of the Wilson detractors. It isnt about what is good for the salesman.   
The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.
I liked his points because he pointed out illogical design elements. That is, aspects which make no sense and cant be good.   
The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.
Wilson speakers utilize some wonderful ideas and the execution is often very good. However, I think a case can be made they dont sound nearly as good as they could. Now that they abandoned that awful tweeter they sound better. The problems with Wi... 
What would you save in a fire?
Finally a dog owner. So many cats mentioned I thought there might be a tax on dogs in this state. A real shame what is happening. Best wishes to those affected.   
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
I dont care if he walks on water. Not the point.  
What would you save in a fire?
Well perhaps California can makes things quick and easy to rebuild. Somehow I doubt this will be the case. The whole purpose of "the blame game" is to bring to the forefront which mistakes were made and then to come up with a solution to avoid fut... 
The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues.
Wilson built its reputation years ago when they really had something special when compared with other speakers of the time. They do some things very well for a dynamic speaker. They also seem to ignore other very important aspects of design which ... 
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
You posted this to increased readership of Stereo Times. Is S.T. for profit? I dont see a big difference between a manufacturer posting about a new component and you bringing attention to your most wanted components. Not really a big deal, but inh... 
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
Why do they let Terry post stuff like this? Perhaps I should start listing stuff I have for sale on these forums.  
Declare the correct value on the Customs form?
Here we go.   
The Allure of Vintage Audio Gear
Vintage, especially speakers, isnt even close. The allure seems to be that on poor recordings, the vintage stuff reveals less and as such is less irritating.