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rx8man

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"Breathing" of the air
We can't forget liquid ! 
Audio Research Ref: CD8
Seems like MK. is short for marketing.It's no news flash that a larger, well executed power supply (followed by a good circuit topology) will merit better sound. 
Wilson's newest Maxx 3 setting up photos
Nice posting with the pictures, do they sound good in smaller rooms w/o carpeting ? 
Anyone heard Christian Scott, new trumpeter?
That guy will be going places, very advanced with great improvs. 
What to fill Skylan stands with for Harbeth SHL5s
Excellent question, I just finished my own 4-pillar stands very similar to Skylans, except my posts are 3" round instead of square pvc and 26" high.I'm filling mine with #9 Lead Shot on the very bottoms, (about 15-20%) then finishing with Silica S... 
New Amps for my Avalon Ascent II
I heard Ascent MK2's many times with Rowland Mono 9's, Gryphon Monos, Basis / Wadia front ends, Cardas Hexlink / Purist Dominus cabling throughout, no other system (except Apogee 1-ohm Scintillas) could ever touch it to this day. 
Love it, or Hate it ? (wood trim)
Gunbei, only if you have a woody fetish ! 
Any updates on the Nova Memory Player?
Rcprince, I really enjoy reading your responses through the years, keep up the good reviewing ! 
Highly Recommended CHILL OUT CDs???
Good thread, here's a few choice picks :Nor Elle "Slapstick"Erotic Moods (Vol 3) "Romantica"Mark Dwane "Angels, Aliens & Archetypes"Vangelis "Blade Runner"Asche & Spencer Soundtrack "Monster's Ball"Miramar "True North"Tony O Connor "Aqua Z... 
Black Raviolis
A transparent meal eh ? Jaw dropping can be bad manners at the table, dribbling may occur. 
Pat Metheny Fans, Great Suggestions Please ??
Blackstone, I purchased a remastered Secret Story by Nonesuch Records and it does sound better than my original Geffen that got traded in.I'm glad his music is being recognized. 
Black Raviolis
Mine are white, al dente' 
Weights on top of equipment to dampen vibration
Sea Pearls soft diving weights, I use the black five pounders on top of each NuForce amp. 
Your vote: Most Useless Audio Adjective
"These speakers only powered by the best electronics" Do they have a memory for the next buyer ? What a pathetic laugh. 
Pat Metheny Fans, Great Suggestions Please ??
*Nice to see this thread rollin along*I will check out these SHM CDs, I bought Secret Story on a Nonesuch 2CD fold-out liner type case and thought it sounded pretty darn good, but if the SHMs are better yet, oh well.Thanks for the suggestions from...