jond

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If Warmth Is a Distortion, Why Do So Many Audiophiles Still Defend It?
Because it sounds better.  
Replacing Conrad Johnson PV-10
I like the c-j PV series a lot classic tube warmth get it fixed.  
Question For Owners Of Coincident Frankenstein Monoblocks
Paging @charles1dad this seems like a question you can answer.  
John DeVore talks about Knob Feel
I prefer a smooth volume control invariably with stepped attenuators the perfect volume is between 2 clicks!  
Mixing or matching component brands
I've generally been mix-n-match I have tried same brand a few times and generally found mixing and matching to work better. Currently 4 brands in my stereo that are sympatico for sure but not the same.   
Impressions of Harbeth M30.3 XD2 Speakers?
I haven’t heard the XD2 or the XDs but loved the original 30.2 and also the 30.1 the M30 is my fave Harbeth and a great small speaker.  
My Final Listening Room in Words and Pictures
Bigtwin awesome job doing that all yourself I am truly humbled by your ability and even more your tenacity. It looks fantastic and no doubt sounds amazing too. I also wanted to say I really like the red grills you have on your Soundlabs that's a v... 
How important is an LCD screen on your streamer?
Not important to me my Auralic Aries has a screen but I have it set to off it just comes on for a few seconds when the track changes. It's too far away for me to see clearly anyway though it does look nice.  
Breaking in Blue Jean/Canare 4S11G speaker cable
@curiousjim I'd say go for it not sure what they cost now but I paid $17 for a 1M cable well worth it.  
Breaking in Blue Jean/Canare 4S11G speaker cable
Blue Jeans makes solid good sounding cables I use their Ethernet cables and was shocked at the improvement over stock cables.  
"What a relief!!!"
Congrats Kenny and enjoy your retirement!  
God, I hate to ask this…
I am so very sorry to read this @williamjohnston I pray for some good news and a as long a life as possible for you. The TMR suggestion is a great one quick and painless. And I suggest you liquidate your system quickly the way the universe seems t... 
Something new for all you Hipsters out there! LOL!
This is silly beyond words.  
Does Anyone Else Have a Very Slow Connection to Audiogon?
Slow and occasional 500 errors.  
Is Burmester 232 worth the price?
Strange I took a look at the 232 product page and this is what it said, I guess the Dac is an option then.   First product in the new Burmester aesthetic design New D/A converter New rotary encoder with haptic feedback (customizable) for vol...