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Variations in how your system sounds?
I always attributed it to psychology, or physiology (ie my hearing). Also, have you ever noticed how if you leave on vacation for a while, how sweet your system sounds on return? 
Can a "pushed in" dome tweeter + midrange be savev
hmmm, I didn't mean to imply that at all. Sorry, I guess my feeble attempt at humor wasn't well thought out. 
Can a "pushed in" dome tweeter + midrange be savev
Yes, listen to unsound. He gives sound advice. . . . um, . . . wouldn't that be UN-unsound advice? 
R.I.P. Bert Jansch...
Bert Jansch dies. . . always been a huge fan. I got my Bert Jansch and Pentangle records out this weekend, and also ordered up some his solo albums I don't already have. Bert and John (Renbourn) "after the dance" is a great album. 
lp grunge
have you tried washing it off? If you don't have a record wash machine (eg VPI 16.5) there are manual methods.In any event, this sounds like a good reason to toss the AQ mat and get another type - like the Funk Achromat which does not leave any re... 
S/N ratio vs. dishes and stupid cats.
you need a man cave! 
Favorite
I love my Pink Triangle (original) released in '82 - it's amazing. I have 2 of them, I also have a PT Anniversary ('92) that may not qualify for this conversation since it's a 90's product, but it can't be beat. 
Bert Jansch dies
that's so sad . . . a great loss. One of my favorite musicians 
Musical Fidelity A3cr Pre compared to Tubes
I have a MF Nuvista preamp which came out just before the A3CR. As I understand it the circuits are similar, but the Nuvista was limited production (500 units) using Nuvistor "tubes", where the A3 uses SS devices.I love my Nuvista preamp and will ... 
Favorite Female vocals that give you goose bumps
Jane Relf - the lead singer for the original incarnation of the group Renaissance, and later the group Illusion (and sister of Kieth Relf). I've mentioned her her before though and get the impression I'm the only one who is so impressed by her.Of ... 
Yaqin MC10 L and Legacy Classic
it would probably work at moderate volume levels. Don't expect to crank it though. I had one and drove Totem Sttafs in a small room and it was quite nice. The Sttafs are 88db sensitive. 
The Audiophile's Wife
that's fantastic - great observation, great humor, and great writing!thanks for sharing. 
whats in a name?
I agree, and sometimes (often?) the names they choose scream cheesy, although they sometimes establish a reputation that gets them by it. 
Cartridge installation
I agree - cartridge installation is easy. The only concern is taking care must not to break anything (eg, tags/wires, stylus). I think it's a skill all vinyl-phile should have. 
Need tonearm advice for Clearaudio Innovation Wood
mine is an aluminum arm model - it was the stock arm that comes with the Marantz table - which has an improved interconnect cable (I believe) compared to the entry model. I'm using a Benz Glider on mine mounted on a Pink Triangle table - it's wond...