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Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin
I remember watching that on PBS and noticing the sad difference in psychology comparing a trio of women to a trio of men. The women supported each other and played "together" also taking turns at the lead.The trio of men (Neil Young, Eric Clapton,... 
Sound bar
You might get more responses if the question was asked in the right place. How did this thread get into "Product Reviews"? 
Hypex Ncore NC1200 Amps at NY Audio Show in April
Guido,TweekGeek lists both ATSAH and Mola-Mola amplifiers on their website. 
How to protect against burglary
Some people seem to be confusing burglary with home invasion. A gun is not the solution to preventing burglary and advertising you have at least one is an enticing invitation.When my home was burglarized the first thing the deputy taking the repor... 
Entertainer Stereo Amp?
There are so many amplifier options available to you I would advise against purchasing an unknown. Purchase an amplifier that has resale value and can be repaired if needed.Let your friend sell the amp on Audiogon. If he is a true friend he will u... 
How can do you extend the life of your tubes?
Could someone please explain why it is thought to be a good idea to wait between turning a tube amp or preamp off and then back on again? How long should the waiting period be? Thanks. 
Tac T owner opinons
Rk11942,TacT 2.2X requires a computer to program. The best solution I found was adding a serial port card to my desktop. For my laptop I use a Serial Port to USB adapter. I can't find it at the moment so I can't tell you what brand it is. That mig... 
Buyers Beware Avoid Shawser61 Possibly Fraud
I also had problems with a buyer not receiving my emails via the Audiogon system. Once we figured it out and took external action the transaction went smoothly. 
Please tell me about the Coda Technologies 15.0
Coda will not be at CES. They will be at T.H.E. Show in Las Vegas along with Legacy Audio. Same dates as CES. 
Less listings
It might be a seasonal phenomenon. I find buyers stingy on Audiogon most of the time but the Christmas season, including when bills come due afterward, is even more challenging.I have multiple items to sell but won't waste money on fees this time ... 
A simple Request to Sellers-
Justlisten wrote: "When I am a seller, I am mindfull someone has just entrusted me with their money and make sure I keep them advised and in the loop and respond to their emails timely."I heartily agree and follow that practice. I also make it a p... 
Best Tube Amp/Preamp combination with Quad 2805s
I would like to reinforce what Joe_appierto wrote. Legends can sometimes be a big pain. People who are not familiar with the newer models keep repeating the wrong mantra. The newer Quads (2805 & 2905) can handle more power than their ancestors... 
Help me identify a song I'm desperate
I tried to help using Shazam but the music is background to a narrative. 
Dealer selling B stock doesn't tell customers
Sellers should always inform the buyer of any relevant information. But B-stock is a nebulous term that seems to have several possible connotations. I think more descriptive terms should be used by sellers.e.g.refurbisheddemoblemishedopen-box retu... 
"NEWEST'" Favorite album
Don't Explain by Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa