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Reasonably priced preamplifier
The Anthem STR is a phenomenal preamp for the price. Specs are great but the flexibility and sound characteristics are even better.  
Steve Morse pays tribute to Jeff beck
Class playing tribute to class. This is one of the reasons music touches all cultures.  
Room with glass windows as a walls.
Obviously, the easiest audiophile solution would be to move and build a new home with a dedicated listening room and its own electrical source. Other than that, I can be of no assistance. Or... just enjoy life and the accompanying soundtrack to it... 
analyzing sound
I be dumb just like when sound good.  
SACD Players
McIntosh and enjoy the music.  
When I listen to my system.......
Good gravy, the either-or conundrum again. The Internet gives us infinite choices. We can have it all if you are willing to explore the glorious choices.  
Fun read...
Cured my "Audiophilia" years ago but now have the dreaded "Musicphilia". Damn internet.  
It’s true what they say/and a question
The live version of Lingus by the band Snarky Puppy has one of the best sounding drum performances I have heard. Larnell Lewis learned the song on the flight to the gig as a fill in, and shines like the true star he is. It is one of the coolest st... 
The Rapid Rise (& Fall) of the CD
Own no physical media at your own risk. My ability to listen to music will never be solely dependent on someone else. Some group in power could decide my choice of music is "misinformation" and relegate it as criminal.  
Thanks to the Moderators
I miss the vitriol. So many nuggets of knowledge woven into the snark.  
so bass traps in corners do nothing, it seems we have been fooled. or are being fooled.
I like turtles.  
The Psychology Of Collecting
Interesting thoughts, but how much is enough in a catastrophe. By its nature that is unknowable. On the other hand, I collect cds and have the perfect amount of them. Until tomorrow.  
Have you noticed as your system improves?
For me it's just the opposite. My system sounds so good loud and most of the music I play now is so dynamic, the extra volume is tangible. My average is 90-100db. I am 60 and work in a plywood mill and have my hearing checked every 4 months and so... 
If A.I. took the place of musicians, would you listen to it?
If I cannot go see them, him, her perform the music I will not be supporting that music. There is far too much excellent new music being made and at our fingertips to not support these artists. I have been a musician most of my 60 years and know h... 
Does it have to sound good for you to like it?
With literally millions of songs to access, I would find it mind boggling why I would listen to poorly recorded music. If your tastes are limited, I could see it. Not an issue for me.