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Martin Logan vs. Everything
The only answer to the dilemma of "what's best" is to have at least three main systems! Now that I'm single again, that's the goal. I have a hard time going to audio shows let alone an Audio Salon. I need to get it home and listen when I'm in the ... 
The Hidden Gem at Capital Audio Fest (CAF) 2023!
The Magico S3's are on my dream list. I thought they stole the show.  
"The Ultra High-End Speaker."
Thee most magical sound I've ever heard coming from any speaker was from a set of Snell Type B's It has yet to be bested. Joe  
Big speakers, are they really the best way to get great sound?
I sure miss my Snell Type A V5's. They had the 18 inch woofers. They had impact when needed. I 'll be at the CAF looking for something to compete with what they offered in a slightly smaller footprint.  
Anyone else suffering with Qobuz tonight
Never an issue for people like myself who decided to stick with physical media. My Cd's and albums are never down!   
Why would someone feel the need to comment unpleasant things on sale posts
Most of these arrogant people wouldn't have the guts to say the same thing to your face!   
Sopra No 2's or other alternatives?
I own a pair of Acoustic Zen Crescendo Mark ll. I may sell depending on how my divorce goes. Joe  
Integrated Question
I had the Modwright 225i. It had a nice midrange sound but NO bass to speak of. I had to crank it up to 80% volume to get anything out of it. The speakers were Acoustic Zen Crescendo Mark 2. MAYBE I could have kept experimenting with different spe... 
Music that has a hold of me beyond understanding
Someone already said it though I can't remember who: To completely understand something would be to unravel and lessen the beauty of it. Something like that anyway  
TRAVELING TO JAPAN! Recommendations for shops for cartridges?
Thanks a lot Sammy! Now you have me all amped up to want to go to Japan. I'm afraid it'll never happen unless we all charter a trip there. I've dreamed of going to Japan for a long time. Keep us posted on your success and details. Joe  
Amp to pair with Dahlquist DQ30i speakers
The room is 22' X 17'. Used for sure just like the Dalquist. Mostly looking for good clean power, not features. Budget? Maybe $3000.00. Joe  
"The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down".
It's all about what we listened to when we were young. I'm going through a divorce right now. Last Saturday, I went down to Godfrey Daniels coffeehouse that I used to frequent when I was young. MANY of my friends were there whom I haven't seen in ... 
How Much Do Aesthetics Factor Into Your Decisions?
Sometimes, good looks can earn a product more respect than it deserves. Some of the Japanese receivers from the 70's commanded a lot of respect due to their good looks. The sound was FAR from great though. IMHO  
Recommendations for a shipper
If you're looking for something turnkey, you're in for a surprise. The more you can do yourself, the better. I just shipped a pair of Snell Type B's from Pennsylvania to Oregon. I did not have the original boxes. The speakers were heavy at maybe 1... 
Does it make sense to "ignore low ball offers"?
Sometimes peoples expectations of a given price is unrealistic. Years ago I made an offer to a guy whose response was "go to hell". After a month or so he realized my offer was actually more than fair. He wanted to accept it. I told him that his "...