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Good Sounding Speaker that Won't Attract Thieves?
Better yet, bolt it to the ceiling. 
Toothbrush's featured in Stereophile
Fpeel,the handle is recycled, the head is replaceable.We contribute so much to the greenhouse effect running our (my) class A amps, using a recycled toothbrush seems like a small concession.I thought this was an amusing post but some of you guys a... 
Toothbrush's featured in Stereophile
Radius also makes a model with a 100% post consumer recycled handle and replaceable heads.I must admit it is the best toothbrush I have owned.I am now looking to cryo the brush head and damp the handle with Walker 2 step hand tool treatment paste ... 
Guitar's...what do the audionuts play?
Seagull M6. Proudly made in Canada, I also own a 1962 Gretch single anniversary, It has a small seperation in the body behind the neck joint so I don't play it. I thought about selling it but haven't made up my mind 
Can't find old thread on Balanced XLR phono cords
Call Signal cable, I have the silver phono cable which performs very well and Frank will terminate it any way you like. 
Scout master owners...
Seems like a poor choice by VPI, putting the receptical under the plinth. I wonder if a right angle plug would fit? 
VPI new Super Feet for Scout/Scoutmaster/Aries
I have been using a Neauance platform under my Basis with very good results. I am awaiting a Scoutmaster (from Gina as a matter of fact) and will report bach soon. 
Need Isolation Ideas for VPI Scout
Neauance Platforms.IMO there is no better isolation platform. I use them under every piece of equipment I own, If Ken made speaker stands I would buy them too. 
Need advise choosing speaker wire
Signalcable.com30 day warrantee and excellent performance to price ratio. 
Shelves & Stand for heavy SS Amps.
I used Sound Anchor stands for my BAT VK500. It was built like a tank and reasonably priced. They will build one to your exact specs too. 
What do you use to CLEAN audio equipment CASES?
Simple Green.It removes oils and leaves a smooth clean finish, especially good on black components. You can get it in a one gallon concentrate or already watered down in a spray bottle at Home Depot.The stuff cleans just about everything else in y... 
How much is too much...
Yes, my opinion does not matter... to anyone but me. 
Irreplacable treasures?
Original pressing of Rudolf the Red Nose Rein Deer featuring Burl Ives.Played every christmas 
What was you most expensive accidental damage?
My son accidentally played "dominos" with my Magnepan 3.5s. You know the game where one domino falls into the next domino knocking it down, etc. etc.I was working and my wife was so afraid to tell me, she waited for me to get home then made me sit... 
good record store in NYC
I was a little disapointed in Academy's quality the last time I was there, but the selection is large. Walk down St Marks in the village, there are quite a few record stores as well as some cool places to eat and a pretty fair people-watching sele...