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Review: Tube Research Labs Samson monoblock amps Amplifier
Grannyring: Have your Boleros broken in yet? Do you leave your Samsons on 24/7? 
Review: Tube Research Labs Samson monoblock amps Amplifier
Hi Bill,Just curious of the number of hours the break in process took for your Samsons. Are they still changing, or have they finally settled in?Brian 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Vett 93,Will you share your impressions with us and perhaps the shootout results? Brian 
Who has the oldest speakers?
We own a 1926 Victor "Electrola", the first amplified and motorized Victorola. It has a 8" driver, probably a Western Electric. The Electrola sold for $752 in 1926. You could buy a new Model T for $495. 
Going HD - Should I dump DirectTV?
Another vote for DTV. We just switched last month from Comcast. No comparison, DTV has much better picture resolution, color and better motion. 
Jazz station recommendations, please.
I'm with Mijknarf. KPLU, Pacific Lutheran University is great. You won't here Kenny G there. I didn't realize they were available through the 'net. Thanks. 
where to find lead shot?
You answered your own question, a gun shop. 
Record-playing Rituals?
Hello Fellow A'goners,I was notified from a friend that there were a few guys concerned about the beading effect of our record cleaning solutions. I understand your concerns,however, allow me to explain:First of all, RRL Super Vinyl Wash and Super... 
Stillpoints or Audio Points, has anyone compared
I haven't compared the Stillpoints to the Vibrapods, but can tell you that the combination of the Harmonic Resolution Systems Nimbus Discs/Nimbus along with the Stillpoints is amazing. The two systems work well together and seem to cover up the ba... 
Results of Installing "Porter Ports" in system...
Hello Sherod,I now have 12 days on my Porter Ports, having a draw on the receptacles the whole time. All I can say is WOW. Albert is really onto something here. Is it because they are non-plated? Is it the cryo treating? Or the combo of both? I do... 
Fancy wall plugs?
In a word, yes, you will hear improvement. The Porter Ports are one of the best inexpensive tweaks that I've seen in years. 
Fancy wall plugs?
Hello Hrunge,"This is one of the best upgrades I've done for my system and just for a few bucks".That's exactly my point. Albert's receptacles offer true "bang for the buck", IMO. I normally wouldn't rant, but Porter Ports have made a larger impro... 
Results of Installing "Porter Ports" in system...
Hi Sherod,I had Albert's receptacles in my system for only 15 minutes before I was calling him, telling him how much I liked them. Albert also mentioned that there is about an 250 hour break in period. So far, I'm into it just 4 1/2 days, so I hav... 
Fancy wall plugs?
Ditto on the ditto'ed ditto. Porter Ports are pretty amazing. 
Results of Installing "Porter Ports" in system...
I finally installed my "Porter Ports" yesterday and have to say that I'm very impressed with them. Immediately, I noticed a darker, blacker soundstage with higher definition and clarity around each instrument. The focus is very tight now, much bet...