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| The best opening act you've ever seen & heard? 1980 or 1981 The English Beat opening for the Pretenders at the Capital Theater -I loved both bands, and they played great shows August 1982 Duran Duran (first US tour) *and* David Johansen opening for Blondie at the Brenden Bourne Arena ... | |
| Do you agree with John Atkinson (and me)? My LP collection is worth more than my equipment collection. Both go hand in hand. A good system enhances the sound quality of a good LP. A bad system can ruin the reproduction of a good LP, and a bad LP will be nakedly exposed by a good system. | |
| Your journey with lower-watt tube amps -- Can a kit be good enough? I use a Triode TRV P:845SE / a single 845 per channel operated SET and good for about 22wpc. This has been one of the amps in steady rotation in my system, for the last 6-7yrs. Bias is easily adjusted and has been rock steady. It sounds as good ... | |
| Trends in value of vintage / used audio equipment? A relevant topic for many of us. My system is comprised of equipment all purchased used, so I have a keen interest in the used market. Observations: Mac and Marantz markets are unique and continue to rise, with as many speculators as there are e... | |
| Please explain mono These comments should be considered separately from the above. I have noticed that mono is more capable than stereo of filling a room with sound to be enjoyed by everyone- no sweet spot. The music just permeates the environment and is there. Yo... | |
| Please explain mono Mono can be subjective and unique. Mono also has unique virtues that take a little effort to experience. Mono is also enjoying a bit of a "moment" right now as collector interest has expanded to areas that were previously overlooked. Certainly... | |
| Aliexpress Marketplace practices, be for warned. Each country develops along its own path. China is no different. China experienced several centuries of exploitation by the west and reacted as one would expect. China does not uphold western concepts of Contract Law. Enforcing a contact with ... | |
| The Allure of Vintage Audio Gear Several ways to answer this question. To me it comes down to value- what will sound better for a given cost. My answer is generally vintage. Digital and Class D aside, I don't think much has changed in audio design- only degrees of refinement... | |
| Need A 10-30 watt Tube Power Amp, Lower Heat Output, Which Sounds Great, Under $1500 Used Your situation and stated preference seems to be perfect match for an EL84/7189 based amplifier. 10--20wpc, small footprint and does not generate a lot heat. I sympathize with your situation. I use a Triode TRV845 PSE / 845 SET amp. I can lite... | |
| Record cleaning and realistic expectations I watched a youtube video a few years about record cleaning. The uploader had a process for cleaning very dirty LPs, including LPs embedded with mold and other organic material. He used a home made enzymatic solution to break down and neutralize... | |
| Best Options For A Tubed Preamp - $2500 Or Less, Preferably Used To Maximize Value My tube preamp journey started with a stock PAS3, then a restored PAS3, then a VanAlstine Super PAS3, then a Conrad Johnson PV5, then an AI M3. I now switch between an ARC SP-10MKII and an AI M3B. Both are sublime, and can be found within your... | |
| Upgrade my older Linn Sondek or move on? I was in the same position about 2yrs ago. I had a late 80's Ittok LVII / Valhalla table and decided to upgrade. I did a lot of research and concluded that upgrading a Linn LP12 is not a black art, rather it is a carefully considered process. T... | |
| Does it make sense to "ignore low ball offers"? Like the previous respondent, my standard reply to a “low ball” offer is to send a counteroffer at a price that is *higher* than my original listing price. | |
| Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k Line Magnetic was mentioned, along with Leben, and Luxman. The benefit of a $6k budget is a wide selection of available choices. I would listen to as many amplifiers as possible. I would purchase used equipment, because I know I could resell fo... | |
| Investigating if ultrasound is harming LPs A controversial subject for which no one has produced conclusive evidence to support or refute the question. MY EXPERIENCE is that US cleaning does not degrade an LP. Again, MY EXPERIENCE, is that that US cleaned LPs sound dramatically better af... |