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suggestions for high quality but inexpensive amps
The Antique Sound Labs KMP Fox DT 60 watt Triode Mono's. Looks cool, and as Chandler Bing used to say, "Oh My God", for the sound. If you haven't heard good tubes you will think that 60 watts is underpowered. These 60 watts sound HUGH! Also they w... 
speaker suggestions for modest arcam alpha system
Also the Hsu sub will correct some of the problems you perceive in the Paradigm's. Cross them over about 80Hz. It will clear up the muddiness. You will have TRUE full range sound. Research proper placement for a sub though. It you place a sub poor... 
speaker suggestions for modest arcam alpha system
Your Paradigm's are not bad speakers. I would add a nice Hsu subwoofer and use the extra money to buy some music. The Hsu sub will make a HUGH difference. You will be amazed. But if you are determined to buy new speakers, go with the Vandersteen 1... 
Who's the best blues harp player.
Rick Estrin-Little Charlie and the Nightcats. Great player and fun music. Remember Fun Music. Check out Crawling Kingsnake on Little Charlie and the Nightcats Captured Live.Get down and get real funky. 
Does "Non Compensated" Reviewing Still Exist?
No! It doesn't! 
Attic room too small for Hi End Speakers??
You're kidding, right? 
Selling speakers here at Audiogon
One last thing. Make sure it is a GROUND account to get the cheapest prices. They won't pick up at your house with that account but the prices are about 25% cheaper than UPS. But do double box and pack,pack,pack! 
Selling speakers here at Audiogon
The price you get at the FedEx web site only applies if you have a FedEx account. Which is easily obtained at the FedEx 800 number. So, if you get the account, you will get the price that you got at their internet site. If you take your package to... 
The truth about interconnects - can you handle it?
I went double blind once. I was using two hands. I was told that if I only used one hand then I would only go blind once. I have been blindly and happily following that advice ever since. 
Who is your overall favorite guitarist?
Early Ronnie Earl before he cleaned himself up. Look for his stuff on the Black Top label. You can't go wrong. 
Build me a killer Rock/Metal Rig for 1K
I couldn't disagree with hifiguy more. I used to own the Thiel 3.5's and solid state gear is awful with these speakers. The Thiel's are bright! I also have always found the Parasound gear to be bright. If you want your ears to bleed then go that r... 
Need component recommendations for 1,000 system?
I just wanted to thank everyone for their thoughtful recommendations. You've really given me a great deal to think about. I especially want to thank Donald at W Enterprises Northwest for all the work he put into his recommmendation. Anyone looking... 
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Killerpiglet I wholeheartedly agree with you. Everyone does have the right to express their opinion. Anyone can totally disagree with opinions expressed by others. I don't think I said that by allowing someone to express their opinion you blindly ... 
Out of Control
I just got thru readin' this hear thred an i got confuzed. So i got in my dodge to go to the mazzeratte store to drive one of them thar cars just to see if it was bettur. But i got lost and winded up back at the trailur. Before you new it i wus dr... 
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Sedond I'm not familiar with the piece you're talking about . I'm definitely open minded about this Cd thing. I would love to hear a CD player that was moderately priced that sounded good. Is that the art d/io or d/10? Where can I find out more ab...