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Visit the Wonderful World of Analog Raul Style

OK, all regulars on this site know Raul. As some of you may remember, I suggested to Raul within a previous thread that he post pictures of the various tables, tonearms, and especially the large number of cartridges he has referenced over the past several months. I figured that such would provide a great resource for the vast majority of us who have never even seen, let alone heard, a number of the cartridges he mentions both favorably and critically. Some contacted me with encouragement, some with skepticism that I could pull it off, and some with skepticism that the cartridges existed. In short order, I heard from Raul, himself, and it became clear that he was not unwilling to share images of his treasure trove (and I mean treasure trove, literally) but, rather, did not know how to go about creating a forum to do so. As such, I agreed to create for Raul a dedicated webpage for their display, if he would send to me pictures. Well, to say that I was overwhelmed at what came my way was an understatement. I think you will agree.

I subsequently created the webpage, a link for which I provide below. No, it is not professional – I am not a professional web builder. Yes, it is LARGE and, yes, it will take awhile to load, depending on your connection speed. In any case, my advice is to be patient and wait for it to load completely. It is my hope that this will prove a fun and educative resource for us all. I would appreciate it if folks would bump this thread now and again so that others might have the opportunity to view the site and bookmark it for future enjoyment.

Above all, THANKS to you, Raul!!!

The Otherworldy Analog World of Raul
4yanx

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sirspeedy70680e509
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On a lighter note:Raul,your wife must be a GODDESS to allow you to indulge,to this level.I know,when I built my dedicated room,some years ago,I had to come up with some pretty pricey "BLING",to quell her!!Now,I've basically"Bought" her off,so I'm free to play!!

In your case,it probably would be in your best interest to take "the little woman" out to a movie,now and again.Based on your, seeming, propensity for modding/collecting (I DO love it),I don't see how you have the time.If she does ever leave you, I know some N.Y. based audiophiles who would snatch her up,in a "New York Minute".BEWARE!!

Also,her influence,in your audio room is obvious,in the little "Chakas"(Hummels)on the front table.BTW-you DO know that they screw up your soundstage,by vibrating above 12khz!Just kidding!!

Oh,Yeah-forgot to mention(the timing is good here)that although you were always denigrated,enough to seem like the young Anakin Skywalker,I somehow,always felt that it was the light side of the FORCE that you "Glowed" in!!Have fun.
sirspeedy70680e509
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Raul,I think it would have been fun to see a picture of your music collection too.Far too many hobbyists(I'm not accusing you of this)are way too into the hardware aspect of the hobby.I've been accused of that as well.However,it is the software that has been the driving force,for me,as well as ALL of my audio pals,in the TRI-STATE N.Y.area.

These days,though I LOVE the materialism of my set-up,I really take pride in the music collection I've been able to put together,since the early 1980's!!
sirspeedy70680e509
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Raul,what happened to the Shroder REF you had said you were going to report to us on.You had mentioned this around December,2004.Do you still plan to do this.I have obvious interest in this.Thanks.
sirspeedy70680e509
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4yanx,just wanted to let you know that you did a great job with this thread.It is not all Audiogon members that would be amicable to spending the time to give all of us the "Little Rush" we all get when viewing new pics,and system input,like Raul's set-up!I,myself have had a very recent experience with an Audiogon "LOW LIFE",who corresponded to me in a disgusting manner,and used my own screen name to vilify me,on impersonated threads(see 6922 tubes,in the "amp" section,if curious)because I had the "nerve" to question his intentions,in his pushing 2 tubes for 200 dollars each,that had NO tube testing,or conclusive indication of tube age!!Not a good thing for serious hobbyists!!!

YOU are one of the really good guys,for your unselfishness,and ability to share with us.As well as the level of professionalism shown in your talents.
,as indicated here.

Raul,although criticised in the past by those that I believe misunderstand his "Truly Good" intentions,is,to me,a very passionate hobbyist who simply "needs" to share his passion with other hobbyists.Nothing wrong there.He,also, has good input at many times.

I have considered,at the behest of my personal audio group,stopping any correspondence on Audiogon,due to childish experiences,like the one I had recently.However,due to guys like you,4yanx,and passionate hobbyists(who are a load of fun to read,regardless of personal"style"),like Raul,I won't quite give up the ship as of yet.

Thanks,to ALL of the Gentlemen,and Good Guys that have made this forum what it SHOULD be,FUN!!
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