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Aurender AP20 Impressions
Is the AP20 a unit that can safely remain “on” 24/7?  Also, have you auditioned the AP20 with the MC 10 or any other Master Clock?  If so, sonic improvement worth the cost and benefit?  ALSO, have you heard the Tidal Intra and can you make any amp... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
"take out your teeth mama,, I want to suck on your gums", J Geils Band 
Robert Plant-Band of Joy Tour-Houston
Oh, I am well aware of who I paid too c perform and the musical direction he planned take on this current tour. Was just hoping for a little more of a blues-rock based tune selection closer to the original roots. He put out a rocking DVD a couple ... 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
"Tears of a Clown" Smokey Robinson 
Modern day female jazz recommendations
Roberta Gambarini,, has a vocal range and tonal purity that will remind you of Ella! Simply the best contemporary female jazz singer of a generation.. 
Your First Concert was.....
Archie Bell and the Drells,, 67' Junior Prom JFK HS Paterson NJ 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
"My body stunk but I kept my funk" Every Picture Tell a Story,,Rod Stewart. 
More female vocals
Roberta Gambarini,, what a range,, an Ella reincarnate! Saw her last year at The Blue Note in NYC and earlier at the Telluride Jazz Festival.. Amazing voice. 
Your favorite recent discovery
Simone,, daughter of Nina Simone. She has her first CD out, "Simone on Simone". I saw her last w/e at the Telluride Jazz Festival. Amazing performer, dynamic personality and vocal range and a literal treasure chest of material to draw from. 
Anyone catch Robin Trower on tour?
Yes, saw him in Houston about a month ago. One of the best shows I've attended in a long, long time. He can still wail on guitar,,, the lead singer is exceptional. You won't be disappointed in the bands performance,, promise! Wish I could find an ... 
Decision between Zu Definition OR VS DB99
Brian,No disclaimer necessary to encourage someone interested in a pair of speakers, who hasn't listened to them, to audition before deciding which speaker system to buy. I think if you read my posts above, their is no hidden agenda or message oth... 
Decision between Zu Definition OR VS DB99
Phil, I listened quite attentively to the Zu's at the Rocky Mtn Show in Denver a couple of months back. First time was not charm for me and several others in the room,, though I promised myself another audition in a setting more appropriate. I too... 
Decision between Zu Definition OR VS DB99
Wow 213cobra,, I had to re-read your post several times just to make sure your observations were not a actual direct comparison of the VSA dB99's and the Zu's. The glowing review of the Zu's blurred the fact/fiction line for me on a couple of occa... 
Von Schweikert Dealers in Houston, TX?
Its me!JackEsoteric Audio VideoHoustonwww.esotericaudiovideo.com 713 410-4016Contact me,, I'd be happy to work with you! 
Von Schweikert VR4SR Loudspeaker
You might also consider the new ICEPowered BelCanto Design Ref 1000 Mono amps. for the Sr's. The VR4Sr's are a terrific speaker system on par with the 99's sonic qualities,,I'm living with both. The 99's are being driven by a SET40 with KR845 tube...