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Why Sinatra???
Not that Deano was a toad or anything but I think the "Betties" were, simply, more smitten with that oh-so-cute face from Hoboken. 
Metrum Onyx versus Metrum Pavane
I have posted on this general topic before. I started out with the Hex (running SPDIF to transport) and "moved up" to the Pavane II a couple years ago. Subtle improvements in detail extraction and info retrieval were the yield. IMO, the Hex repres... 
Do you listen to equipment or music.
Yes 
Can I use the Walker Audio precision motor controller with the Avid Volvere turntable?
Bought my Walker speed controller "preowned" to pair with the Walker TT and, so far, it's bullet proof. I've had my table since 1996 and have never had a single issue with it other than those of my own stupidity/doing. Like others have mentioned, ... 
Any avantgarde acoustic owners?
@nickecb    My god, man! You could be on the threshhold of the audio grail of the highest order. If you can provide the not inconsiderable care and feeding (and space!) these drivers demand and can somehow come up with appropriate horns and a comp... 
Any avantgarde acoustic owners?
Okay...I'll bite. I'm sure there are many here that have heard them as well as more than a few that still own them.I bought mine direct from Jim Smith shortly after he became the US distributor. I flew to Atlanta, he picked me up at the airport, t... 
How can I punish this Chinese audio dealer
@johnk    What is a used NOS tube? 
Song covers that are better than the originals
@davidburton       Right back at ya! 
what to do with a 25 POUND subwoofer magnet-- broken intermezzo basket
I must be missing something? Why, pray tell, does one "...rotate the driver..."? 
Am I asking too much?
Sounds to me like you’re just hearing the natural inherent noise floor of your system. When you "crank it" to hear the hiss, you’re almost certainly ratcheting up the volume control beyond unity gain and, thus, the noise becomes more pronounced. P... 
To DAC or not to DAC?
I was hoping that my above post would help people see the hypocrisy of using the dealer's resources and then shuffling off to buy online. I know, it's not a new concept. 
To DAC or not to DAC?
Just got my Jan. 2019 "Consumer Reports" in yesterday. I will refrain from directly quoting from the piece as I don't know if that would be considered kosher or not. The SVP representing a firm being interviewed for the article (about consumer dis... 
Don't buy Allnic H1201 phono stage new.
@lewm +1. The only thing that can be said to be true about "new" is that it's different somehow. There is no entitlement attached to that word. 
Setting up a system - What to buy WHEN?
Agree with @inna in that I would start with speakers. Speaker choice will dictate the requisite type of amp that will mate with them properly. A satisfactory experience relies on understanding the codependent relationship that speakers/amps necess... 
Drink of choice for serious listening?
French champagne (I know, redundant) variousTres vieux Calvados various@stevizzy Can I be your friend, especially on Krug night?