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Porqupine Tree
Roxy54: I, myself, am pretty cynical, but not so much that I'd dismiss by other's (words), a chance to discover a great band. 
Audiophile music
Czarivey: I remember my first listen to Vandersteen 2Cs. They were hooked up to an Audio Research Classic 60. The front end was a Linn TT. I brought my own vinyl. I was unimpressed. I chalked this up to the fact that this system couldn't reproduce... 
Porqupine Tree
Rlwainwright: I was just getting ready to tell Roxy54 that PT's music is similar to King Crimson. 
Porqupine Tree
I don't plan on reviewing each lp here, I will say I started off with "Lightbulb Sun". While it was obvious from my first beginnings, just hearing one song, that this band was special, I can say that this band, while obviously prolific, doesn't ge... 
Best Rock Album of 2014
Orenda Fink "Blue Dream" 
FYI Pink Floyd
I've found that the hype surrounding the latest remastering of "The Division Bell" to be somewhat misplaced. There's no doubt it's superior to the original US (blue) version. Comparing it to my best sounding PF lps, it lacks the openness, the dyna... 
Best Rock Album of 2014
Jenny Lewis "The Voyager" 
Your favourite recording label?
Merge & YepRoc are good labels for new/indie/alternative/folk bands. They are almost always on quality vinyl.Diverse has been pretty consistent. 
Porqupine Tree
Jperry:Thanks for the correction. 
Do the Audio gods shine upon you?
Yes, The audio Gods are shining on me. The great thing is it happens EVERY time I listen. Because of "anal" approach to tt set-up! 
Comparing Receptacles
Davea33: I don't have quite the experience in outlets as you, but here is my final thought.I've owned FIM, Porter Ports, and now Maestro. The Maestros, while they don't have the "grip" I'd prefer and have experienced with the FIMs, the Maestros ar... 
Greatest song titles..
Ct0517: Cool! Good to see you here.I think there's a Wilco song that needs to be called out... 
Best Rock Album of 2014
Dgarretson: Let's admit it, as far as sonics and quality of output, JW has slipped. His association with 3rd Man records, while admirable is (sonically) a disaster. 
Led Zep Reissue on vinyl
I was just listening to my Classic 'LZ' S/T ... I thought it sounded "damn" good. The title I have the most problem with is "Physical Graffiti". I've vascilated for years as to my favorite LZ lp, the S/T is way up there, III is probably 2nd, then ... 
Best Rock Album of 2014
Jack White... His association with Third Man records.. I appreciate his dedication to vinyl.The problem is the "end product". The sonics are not good!I'll not buy another lp on TMR until I hear the sonics have improved!