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Confession: I only like Norah Jones because so many others told me to
Like Erik, I have to confess that there are (without getting specific) certain artists/genres that don’t check enough boxes to trip my (musical) trigger. I rate these according to the number of plays I am willing to endure. ’ A rating of "2.7" wo... 
This can’t be serious??? Check this out at Dedicated Audio
“When this baby hits 88 decibels, you’re going to hear some serious s—-t. “ - Doc Brown  
Vinyl record cleaning
Voodoo: Have you tried running a separate water line to the dishwasher?  
McIntosh Announces Mc451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier
Putting it’s subtle and understated cosmetics aside, how does it sound?  
Where does "MidFi" differ from "HiFi" or "LOFI"?
Let’s looks like fun. I’ll take a shot at it: Low-Fi: "Perceived value" driven with emphasis on features and/or convenience. Provides minimal performance with just enough "information" tossed out in the space for listeners to recognize the basic... 
What's your favorite $5-7000 turntable?
"What's your favorite $5-7000 turntable?" While there are many good choices towards the top end ($7k) of your budget, the choices at the low end ($5) are going to be challenging.  Perhaps you can pick up a Garrard with missing tonearm or platter ... 
Streamers and their Fuses
Not a bit surprised the OP had an ear-opening experience. 7 audiophile grade fuses in my system. And, counting.  
Powered speakers show audiophiles are confused
Wow! The topic has seen more threads than a vintage Singer sewing machine. You picked a good subject @donavabdear The subject of active vs passive also involves manufacturing efficiencies and economics. It reminds me of the old days when, as a ... 
How Did Your First Audiophile Experience Impact Your Audio Journey?
@asvjerry "SAE parametric eq" We had a customer walk in one day and ask for a Paragraphic Frequalizer. I can’t remember the name of someone I met 5 minutes ago, but 50 years later, the term is still stuck in my brain.  
How Did Your First Audiophile Experience Impact Your Audio Journey?
@jasonbourne52  It's a Beautiful Day and Electric Ladyland also paired well with cheap beer, and bulk wine.  As did QMS -- The Fool.  
Songs of debauchery and excess
Beach Boys — Fun, Fun, Fun  
solid core VS stranded for inside speaker cabinet
@tjag "what cables do you recommend please?" I hestate to use the word "recommend" in that I don’t want to imply that I’m the wire guru and my solution is the preferred solution over others. I’ve auditioned many cables over the years, but my kn... 
Hi-end audio is a big zero
@kota1  "There has never been a better time in history to get into this hobby." Well stated, sir.  Couldn't agree more.  
solid core VS stranded for inside speaker cabinet
@ngiordano First off, good call on proceeding with the upgrade. You should hear a substantial improvement in sound quality. As a wise man once said; "It might take plastic surgery to get the smile off your face." The solid vs stranded debate ha... 
Hi-end audio is a big zero
@cdc The logic of your premise is a bit like saying: "I’ll never own a smart phone because Steve Jobs was a mean boss and a terrible father." It’s a little bit complicated, and you have to weigh the pluses and minuses and how they affect your li...