mrjstark

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Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
I would not go against 1.5 - 2.0 slate with the jigsaw.Wet saw with diamond blade is more like it IMO.Or take it to a local shop - it might cost you around $100 for few straight cuts. Mario,got the router(2) , got the jigs(thanks to you.. remember... 
a tube amplifier repair technician
It is "28 Days Later" and the sound is truely scary.The only problem is that "Bug" is still alive & kicking.I have talked to Bob about my options & his recommendation are as follow:- modding those build-in amps in my Quatros might not be t... 
Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
Mosin, it is cool. Everything is peachy.P.S$300 router, $30 bit, $3 worth of glue & 33 cent pencilis all I need.Total = $333,33 
Former Rega Apollo owners, Upgraded to what?
Apollo was a great CDP. Never gave me any problems. Sounded great no regrets. Sold it 2 weeks ago to a local(sort of) guy. Was going to keep it in my second system but.....it looked like a 2nd system and I could end up as a part of the landscaping... 
Raysonic 168 vs PrimaLuna Prologue 8
I have heard PrimaLuna Prologue 8 in the system with ProLogue Six Monobloc Power Amplifiers, ProLogue Three Preamplifier and Verity Audio Tamino loudspeakers.And Raysonic 168 with Raysonic M 100, 100wpc in class A mono-blocks, Raysonic Vacuum Tube... 
Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
Well, I have the water jet. All I am missing is the CNC and $300,000 to prove you wrong. LOL 
New Discussion Forum Format Good or Confusing?
Most of the time I use my iPod Touch or my Samsung Blast to check things out, write or answer questions and emails so to answer your question - NO I absolutly do not see it useful or practical. It sucks...For someone on to go and as busy as I am, ... 
Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
John, I am not promoting belt drives or anything like that.All I am saying is, that :plinth design is extremly important If possible, more mass is better IMO wood works and is DIY friendlyit is more practical and economically a better choiceIs sla... 
Good beginner tube amp suggestions
also check out Mingda M7R or something like thatit cost around $700 .Nice piece for the money. Ohh ya ,it is an integrated amp. It could work for you.I 2nd or 3th Prima Luna , Rogue and Jolida as a good beginer's choice. 
Best Buy selling Vienna Acoustics speakers
That is not news. Its is Magnolia of Best Buy which was a custom installation company - now part of B/B store chain. 
Subwoofer: How low should I go?
To help you isolate the sub from the floor use cheap "Subdude" platform from Auralex. About $60.Cheers 
Subwoofer: How low should I go?
It is all about the quality.What you do not want is a boom box.Get Rel. Good value and good performer.Size is also NYC frendly. I should know - I live here.Happy listening andenjoy the musicM.S 
Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
Hi Mario,good to hear from you. Always a pleasure.Thanks for understanding. That was my point exactly.We can all gain from each other experiences. (I am sure my MMF-7 arm-board looks familiar. LOL) My take on use of wood, MDF or ply. is that it is... 
Building an Audio - TV Room -- Help?
1. wiring - at least 2-3 dedicated lines for your equipment. Audio & video on separate circuits. If you can, analog and digital - same like above. Ones at it - a separate ground for all your electronics. Try to avoid dimmers (my mistake). 2. U... 
Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II
Sorry for typo. Pics are here.Base will look the same, just thinner.Stand was purchased from a company that also builds TT.Materials and 2 stage system will be used in Lenco project.