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Tri-Orbs
Thanks,They sound very interesting but the price is really holding me back. 
A'gon Transactions, Risk of Loss?
Doesn't it seem obvious if spending hundreds or thousands of dollars for a piece of equipment, insurance would be warranted without the need for discusion? The buyer is still responsible for the cost of the insurance but the excuse(by a seller)tha... 
Best off the beaten bath x-mas music.....
jorma has a christmas album out 
Alon IVs versus Vandersteen 2CE signatures
Hi again, You may be able to work out a trial period with the seller of the Alon's. If you are willing to pay return shipping if you don't like them the owner may give you time to decide, it can't hurt to ask. 
used when promised new
With this new information I also have to reconsider my advise."Like New" is not "New". Did you receive a product in "Like New" condition? If you did then you have no complaint and should retract your negative feedback. 
used when promised new
Unsound took the words right out of my keyboard. A neutral with a short explanation might suffice. 
Alon IVs versus Vandersteen 2CE signatures
I have previously heard both speakers and owned a pair of Vandersteens but I would go with the Alons, I consider them one of the nicest sounding speakers I have heard. I couldn't afford them when I wanted them but would have traded my vandy's in a... 
Out on the tiles...with speaker spikes.
OK , this may get some flak in response but I used to use pennies under my spikes to protect a wood floor where I lived. They worked very well and they were cheap(about 3 cents). They'ld probably work for your tile floor and if not it won't even c... 
Remote Power Switch for Wheelchair Bound
could you install a switched dedicated line for the amp? You could mount a standard wall switch to turn the circuit on and off. 
help with harshness / brightness - cary 303-100
Soundlogic makes a good point about putting silver interconects into the system, a good quality copper cable may help you smooth out the harshness. Tubes are nice but they will also change the sound of your analog. Charliee also makes a good point... 
I don't understand Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue"
Ben-Campbell, I've listened to more than one album, Don't love them either. It's just my personal preference don't take it personally. You are right about the one take though, I was thinking faster than I was typing. 
Recommendation for guitar duo CD
acoustic alchemy 
What is the worst colour of speaker finish to you?
The new trend towards "automotive" finishes-paint- really turns my stomach. Look at Revel, beautiful cabinetwork destroyed with paint. I prefer natural finishes of the wood used for the cabinets. 
BAT VK-200 or Odyssey Stratos for Magiess 1.6s?
I like the BAT. I use a VK500 with 3.5s and LOVE it.Also, resale for the BAT is quite good if you change your mind(you won't) 
I don't understand Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue"
I also am not big on Miles Davis , regardless of the popular opinion I don't find his style holds my interest. Kind of Blue was recorded in one take which is what is supposed to make it so special , but if you don't like the music , the milestone ...