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See it frequently: What exactly is a "troll"?
michael jackson 
How many audiophiles to screw in a light bulb?
a thread inquiry posted to determine when one needs to be changed 
Help me pick a tube amp for Thiel 2.4's
I used to own the 2.4's & pondered the same thing & realized I couldn't afford the tube power the thiels required & deserved, then backed up & punted. good luck. 
Lucinda Williams Fans?
If you like her, don't pass it up like I did for a few weeks. bought it today & it is excellent, both performance & sound quality, (imo, of course) 
Speaker Stands Filled With Kitty Litter? TRUE???
My local dealer recommends the used litter & sells the appropriate feed for optimal weight & density. 
Talon Raven C Speaker Cable recommendations please
I used to run AZ Hologram II w/mine & was very happy w/the sound. supposedly hologram II was designed w/2 ways in mind. 
tubes or no tubes
Definitely tubes w/those easy load speakers. I was in your shoes once & as someone (many) here said "you'll never look back". Damned if they weren't right. push, push (H. Mann) 
What's your latest "Discovery"
not much of a suprise but Van's (M) "Magic Time" This man is a treasure god bless the soul 
Who has the oldest speakers?
I've got a 1905 Edison Standard Phonograph with the huge horn speaker & a collection of Edison Gold Moulded cylinder records that I play regularly. I think I'll post a photo w/my system soon. 
Your Favorite, Most Outstanding Guitar Solo
Tony Rice, Neon Tetra...an acoustic masterpiece 
Simaudio I-5 vs. Cary SLI-80 integrated amps
can't speak for the Sim but i have owned SS separates that were 3 times the price & widely acclaimed which I enjoyed immensely but the cary with the right speakers is really sweet, a whole different sound experience. i think some folks around ... 
Speakercables : cool cold and frantic drive.
2nd steakster, tg audio wires all around. 
Simaudio I-5 vs. Cary SLI-80 integrated amps
what speakers? 
A worse feeling than burning out your amp?
I had some young female relatives visiting a few years ago who took it upon themselves to turn on 'the cool looking stereo' while we were at work. at the time a classe ca 200, ML sl-3's, audio research ls-3, cd player setup. it was common practice... 
Any problems with Springsteens DualDisc?
I played it the day it came out in my 306/200 without any problems & good sound quality.