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Lost one channel of sound in new VAC Sigma 160i's?
07-05-14: Philjoletalso, try swapping fuses, looking at them is not always enoughThat is true, but checking them for continuity is much faster. I'd assume that tube amp owner should have at least simple DMM.Checking bias from time to time can also... 
High End Audio-Gaining Higher Ground?
$150 for great quality shoes or sneakers (regardless of speciality) is not a lot at all and much better and wiser spent money than $15k wire for sure. 
Top 3 Most Overrated Artists contest in R&R.
Yep Whart, They're all Imbecils Like I am.It's just a self-crituque pal:-) 
Top 3 Most Overrated Artists contest in R&R.
All folks who don't listen or don't like Stones, Dylan and Beatles usually have very bad taste in music and in rock'n'roll in particular. How come you don't listen to the most recorded music in the World? 
Sold speakers you really enjoyed?... But why?
07-07-14: MofimadnessI've owned hundreds and hundreds of different speakersAMEN. 
Recommend a GOOD recording in hi res file?
Don't forget Fourplay downloads! Great smooth jazz. Good to get laid as well! 
Sold speakers you really enjoyed?... But why?
That was vintage JBL 4912 powered by H.H.Scott Stereomaster vintage stereo tube receiver(2xEL84 per channel).The reason was to save them all from toddlers. The minute I recall that day, I'm ready to pull hair from my arz in anger, but had to build... 
Keith Jarrett &Charlie Haden: Last Dance. Stellar.
I'm intrigued. I'll order vinyl for sure from ECM.I will certainly support their great effort and great music on vinyl. 
High End Audio-Gaining Higher Ground?
Mapman, It's hard to believe, but true.I sell records/CDs 96%/4%. CDs hardly ever sell at all. 
Lost one channel of sound in new VAC Sigma 160i's?
swap interconnects just in case see if problem goes to different channel.make sure you ID the component correctly. 
What amp
H.H.Scott 299 Stereomaster is one of the underrated best sounding vintage amp. the restored unit is sold in $700 ballpark. 
Keith Jarrett &Charlie Haden: Last Dance. Stellar.
Stewie, is Keith quiet on this album or still vocalizing? 
Most overrated audio manufacturers?
Martin Logan is a true champ of this discussion I believe.B&W (their Nautilus line in particular).And finally Joseph Audio. 
Top 3 Most Overrated Artists contest in R&R.
Wildoats, I just realized recently I have bad taste! 
Most overrated audio manufacturers?
I'd rephrase to vice versa and i'll be easier to answer, but short answer is most of them if not all.