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Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
Are you referring to Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers, Blue Note, BLP-4003? Better referred to as "Moanin'"? My best is the original Deep Groove, ear, etc. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
What 6SN7 tubes have you guys tried in the Dude? So far, I can tell you that there are various grades of Raytheon 6SN7's. Some are very good, others are pretty bad. Stay away from the tall glass labeled "Uniline". I like the short glass version th... 
Review: db System Zardoz Ultimo Transport
Thanks, Juanitox. It has my interest. 
Review: Intuitive Design/Pitcher Sound Labs Summit PSL 624 Speaker
I know that he is swamped with orders, so yes, Intuitive Design is definitely still open for business. Is it possible that Dale actually took a vacation? 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Sorry Bob, there isn't enough room under the hood to fit a phono in addition to the Dude circuitry. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Can you post a photo here, so that we all know which Marconi version that you are using? I know what you mean about Paul's cables. Want to guess what I use? :) 
Review: db System Zardoz Ultimo Transport
Your mentioning of its' analog signature definitely has my interest. So Dan's Ultimo version has the upgraded power supply? If so, is the Ultimo just the power supply, or are there other upgrades as well?Thanks. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Which plate Marconi are you using, Bill? Paul says that Marconi had many sub-contractors and so perhaps many different plates.Are they rectangular, triangular, round, etc.? I ask because I remember trying a pair of triangular plates in my old GTP-... 
Review: db System Zardoz Ultimo Transport
How much sonic difference between the Zardoz models? 
Review: Tube Research Labs The Dude Tube preamp
some- times there's a man--I won't say a hee-ro, 'cause what's a hee-ro?--but sometimes there's a man.The Dude glances furtively about and then opens a quart of milk. He sticks his nose in the spout and sniffs.VOICE-OVER The Stranger, Sam Elliot A... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Ryan is housebroken? That's good to hear, that rug really ties the room together. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
LOL, yeah, Chris Farley's physical comedy would add a lot to the role. Maybe it's time to watch Tommy Boy again? Ryan: What an exciting life you lead. Looking forward to your review. Pat: Your Dude is up and running. :) Sounding good, too. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Ryan,I'm looking forward to your review of the Dude, however, you have piqued my interest. What film are you working on, or are you at liberty to say? Could it be The Big Lebowski sequel? :)I'm also happy to hear that TRL family members are reachi... 
Review: db System Zardoz Ultimo Transport
Excellent review, Andrew. Such detail.LA45 and Clio: As for the e-mail inquiries, A small manufacturer can recieve 50 plus e-mails a day easily and it can be difficult to answer them all and get the product out in a timely manner. Not making excus... 
Dude TRL vs Red Wine Isabella vs Dodd
Saki70: TRL moving to Italy? No thank you. Your source was wrong.