muskyman1

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Upgrade McCormack or...
I am running a CD player directly into the DNA-1  
Upgrade McCormack or...
The new posts on this thread couldn’t have come at a better time. I currently have my DNA-1 amp at SMC getting a complete upgrade of the interior. Bought this amp in 1999 and had Steve upgrade it a couple years later. Talked to Patrick a few month... 
Joseph vs Legacy in 7K range?
Salk Audio Song3 Encore for under $7000  
Coda #8 versus upgraded McCormack DNA-1 with gravity base
I have taken the drastic step of sending my DNA-1 into SMC Audio for a full upgrade, along with ordering a Coda #8. Unfortunately my speakers (Salk Song3 Encore) will not be ready until February. At that time I will do a blow by blow comparison be... 
why do so many discussions turn contentious?
South of Michigan. But, Michigan is a great state if you’re an outdoorsman. I spend 5 days a year in Wisconsin strictly musky fishing….so both states are high on my list of favorites. 
why do so many discussions turn contentious?
Put your worries to rest oldhvymec......I do bath on a regular basis. Doubt you will be seeing me, I try to avoid California at all costs.  And yes musky do have a distinct odor. 
why do so many discussions turn contentious?
I’m an avid musky fisherman. In the big picture of freshwater fishing, musky guys are a very small percentage of overall fisherman. Bothers me when I hear musky guys/groups pulling against one another. As a newbie here I see some of that same disc... 
Collective letter s to Stereophile
A magazine review is a small piece of the puzzle when I am considering a change in my system. IMO a much more valuable resource is a forum such as Audiogon where I can read experiences from users of the equipment I am contemplating to purchase.  
Who are the Stand Up Guy's and Gals in this Audio Industry?
I am fortunate to be dealing with 2 very approachable companies that currently have deposits from me on new/upgraded audio gear. Salk Sound and SMC Audio. I currently have a pair of Song3 Encores on order from Salk (Predicted finish time February)...