scott22

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How do you pick your gear? Tips and insights are welcome.
I buy used well reviewed, highly regarded, like new speakers that I can get for 40% of retail. I live in a upper middle class area and have been able to pick up  3 month old Canton 9K speakers and a 6 month old technic sug 700 integrated using my ... 
FEEDBACK HUM: Eversolo DMP A8 related
It is nice to see guys helping each other out in these divisive times cus lord knows we are dancing to way different drummers!  
It’s true what they say/and a question
Based on the OP questions about drums. I did a little research  and came across an interview with  the Cream's drummer Ginger Baker, 1 minute in he discusses the tom toms.  As an aside I can't believe he lived to 80, if you knew the  Cream you kno... 
Truly Stunning Vinyl Album
John Lee Hooker's "Healer" with Carlos Santana  what a fantastic listen it will heal you !https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xox9J0FNjZ8  
Small speaker advice
Dave and Troy as a frequent reader I am impressed with you regular advise and opinon your love of audio shows, just saying.  
Suggestions on improvement
cat345 That would be giving in I have to keep a few pieces just to occasionally  turn the dials,lol. But you are correct streaming gotta be a part of it. Which begs the question how much to spend on a streamer and what are its essential component... 
Subwoofer Advice
HI I have two SVS SB 1000 pros supporting my Canton 9k stand mounted and they were a piece of cake to set up,sound good and fill in seamlessly,and they are well within your budget,and have a good reputation. Having said that I  have no experience ... 
CD Player Suggestions under $ 500
I have been using the Marantz cd 6006 for a few years now and no complaints it has never failed me. However members here pointed out it is the weak link in my system and should be upscaled. My system sounds real nice with this CD player. As a 78 y... 
Spades vs. Banana plugs ??
As a 20 something with my first rig all adcom gear including the GFA 555? 200 watt power amp. While setting it up for the first time I bare wired the amp not noticing one strand touching the other terminal and faster then you can say Jackie Robins... 
Bookshelf speaker recommendations
Woo you guys know your science for me this post was full of useful goodies.  
Canton Reference 9k opinions
gpdavis1 I also had an easy time adding two SVS sb1000 pro subs to the Cantons. They play seamlessly filling in the bottom, fantastic sounding to my old ears.  
Suggestions on improvement
Thanks again guys for your informative and reinforcing responses. As an aside I was unaware of how expensive hearing aids can cost  and last so little time, 5 to 7yrs. Time to do some research until then I'll Turn up the volume and smoke a bone as... 
Amplifier Power tubes - important to sound?
The cost of tubes is another reason for going solid state.       
Suggestions on improvement
First and foremost a thank you to everyone who responded. I will purchase an EQ to play with and I will start the hearing aid purchase process. Nonoise optical cables are in use,I can't recall brand and currently immobile so can't take a peek.  L... 
Suggestions on improvement
Beard, Bread when it comes to butter who cares!