samhar

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Wilson Audio Question compaired to Vandersteen
I think he meant aesthetically "boring lumps", he hadn't gone into the sound yet!!! 
Good Bye George Shearing
My parents listened to his music so I grew up hearing it and later playing it. RIP 
Wilsons sound OK and other revelations from Sea.
Was checking to see if you started another HiFi thread and almost blew out a mouthful of coffee upon reading:"PS2 – I told M. Fremer about my multiple concert experiences with Fleetwood Mac through the 70’s and he questioned my ability to remember... 
System Synergy
I agree with Byroncunningham's suggestions. Start with types of music you want to play first and speakers that can play those types well, then select what will work in your room from that group. 
You know you're an audiophile if--
Boy that's a scary thought!!! 
Replacements for Dynaudio Floorstanders
Krell and AQ possibly not the combination for your ears. Try borrowing some Kimber or other cables..... after the downloads and mods. 
Koetsu loading
Emil,In theSept 2009 Stereophile's "Analog Corner" Michael Fermer discusses setting the SRA at 92* and letting the arm and body sit where they will as a starting point. 
Koetsu loading
I would start loaded at 1k and go from there. 
At what volume do you typically listen?
Typically between 75db and 85db. I listen during the day in my house so no shared walls or floors. 
Ideas re Spectron mated to Joule-Electra
Dob,Thanks for the link to Simon!! 
upgrade phono stage ?
Musical Surroundings Nova or Nova Phonomena, the Phonomena is surprisingly good. Either used is a good deal!!! 
Upgraded power cord to fit my Vandersteen5A's
The Audioquest NRG-10, 4, or 2 will fit you can see them online at Needle Doctor. 
System Placement Question
How wide is the room and how long is the radiator? Would you be willing to purchase longer speaker cables to put the rack and TT on the side wall? 
Best Hobby related purchase of 2010
Blindjim congrars on your biggest purchase, your health!!!!My best audio deal was a group purchase that was a 1 hour drive from home otherwise the shipping cost would have ruined the "good deal" aspect!!!!10 ASC Tube Traps: 2 X 16" X 4 ' 2 X 11" X... 
Basis Vector 4 arm question
I see it's been 2 1/2 months since your prior post, are you still having brightness issues on some LP's? Did you use the Mint LP for cartridge set up? Have you tried setting the SRA at 92* and adjusting VTF than anti skate to deal with brightness?...