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Ok this will be a good thread.
I used to think it was the speakers that was most important until I hooked up a mid fi CD player in the chain to my (then) Avalon Eidolons. Not good. The source is the most important. GIGO. 
Gramy Nominations
Basically a popularity contest anymore. IMO, with a few exceptions the talent pool has gotten pretty shallow. Eminem is nominated for 5. 'Nuff said. 
Alternative to Avantgarde Uno?
Thanks for the replies, guys. Are there any conventional driver speakers in the $6k range new or used that compare favorably to the Unos? 
Best of the Best Ofs
ELO's Greatest hits, Best of Sting 84-94. 
Fav Consecutive Albums by An Artist
All of Led Zeppelin's albums were IMO brilliant. Some maybe more than others but all made their mark on rock. 
Joe Strummer RIP
The CLASH will always rule! One of the most unique bands that ever was. Was shocked to hear the news. RIP, Joe. 
Powerful Integrated amp for Proac Super Tablettes
A Creek 5350SE or a Musical Fidelity A3 or A300 just might work. 
David Berning "Holy Grail" 45 SE ZOTL now exists
Thanks for sharing. 
Remake of "Stairway to Heaven" Blasphemy
Nrchy, Your opinion is just that. YOUR opinion. There are certain types of music that don't exactly float my boat but I don't feel the need to bash them on A'gon. If ya don't like it, DONT BUY IT! 
Anyone using the hsu VTF-2 subwoofer?
I am. It's pretty tough to beat for it's price. Now it isn't in the same league as the REL but for home theater it is very good.Doug 
Which components knocked you out on first listen?
ProAc Response 3.5's powered by a Spectral DMA 180 and Spectral's CD transport & processor back in 94 I believe. The dealer played Dire Straits Love Over Gold CD for me. I swear Mark Knopfler was in the room with me. Then last year I heard the... 
Anyone heard the Odyssey monos vs Plinius amps?
Keep the Plinius 
Why Put Up With "Wife Approval Factor"?
I guess the spouse acceptance factor would greatly depend on disposable income. I wouldn't expect any wife/husband to accept the fact that their husband/wife just signed their lives away on a $10k pair of speakers when their significant other is d... 
Phony buyers on Audiogon
Belfran,Do I think it is important to honor a verbal contract? Of course I do, but not all "verbal contacts gone bad" are as cut and dried as someone backing out or changing their minds. There could be other reasons, but you would have them all sl... 
Phony buyers on Audiogon
Belfran, read the A'gon rules for leaving feedback. In this particular case, the guy probably got cold feet. Are lowballers, lookey-loos and phony buyers annoying? Yes. I have had it done to me a countless number of times, but did I feel the need ...