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Personal CD player evolution
Sony ccx 225Rega PlanetRega Planet 2000Sony 555es 5 disk SA playerJolida A100Cairn Fog 24/192Arcam FMJ CD33Audio Aero Prima mk ii 
Definition of "too Hi-Fi"
The term "Hi Fi " reminds me of the old mortorola stereo console my Dad bought when I was a Kid in the 60's. Also Seems I remember some of those old albums boasting " Recorded in "Hi Fidelity". Stuff like Nat King Cole, Patsy Cline and Glen Miller... 
Backing out of audiophilism for now
Wait!! Look at Pillowfight's setup again. Simple and worth every penny!Good luck. 
recommendation for best $1500 speakers?
[http://www.revelspeakers.com/products/product-overview.asp?ID=7url=] best I have found at ( used price of around $1500 )[/url] 
Taking audio too seriously?
jaybo, why do you think Stereophile surveys are flawed? not that I doubt your statement. 
Buying decision time, or Time for a sanity check?
I am driven to buy by the illusion that I am finally going to be satisfied completely. 
Taking audio too seriously?
From the editor:And according to reader surveys, the averageStereophile reader has a system costing $18k-$20k. $20k is serious money too some 
Am I a burning out audiophile????
I had a Cairn Fog for a few months, I upgraded to a more expensive player but both my wife and I agreed that the Fog was more pleasant to listen to. And, many times I wish I still had the Naim Nait 5i here, but it's gone too...I understand brother. 
pick me a cd player please-3k to 4k budget
Hifijunkeoz...which cd player are you talking about? The Droplet? 
This should be controversial....hearing tests...
To save my hearing I wear ear plugs when I listen to the stereo. 
Using balanced xlr cables increase volume??
Thanks Ghostrider.. 
Snake oil, subs and alcohol
I have my step son-in-law over who is 21.I play some really heavy bass music.It's full, punchy, and deep, the floorboards vibrate slightly. In my mind I say" Oh Yea "! He turns to me and says, in all seriousness,"Sounds good but where's the bass"?... 
Your best picks for 2006 Best Speakers under 4K.
Does the Spendor S8e really go down to 30hz ?? Have heard many good things about it. 
salk sound HT3, Linbrook Sig, VMPS RM30
The RM 30m's were here for about three months. Used them with a Bel Canto Evo 2i integrated and an Arcam FMJ 33 CD player. Never have I experienced a more detailed speaker. Cutting edge resolution, fast transients and highly dynamic. The mid range... 
What companies, out of Business, did you LOVE???
Meadowlark audio, I have a pair of Herons that are the most satisfying "musical" speaker i have tried to date.Pat's speakers were beautiful too!