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Records and CDs
RV, FWIW, I bought several RR CD’s of the Pittsburgh Symphony/Honeck performances. based on reviews. I listened to them once. Sound v performance? Who cares. Frankly I’ve not been overly happy with recent RR’s. Last liked them when it was with Oue... 
A treat for those who like classical piano
Mahgister, you mention one of my long time favorite composers (and transcribers) of music for solo piano. Liszt! Too many  performers and recordings to mention but I started with Annees De Pelerinage played by Berman on DG. Great performance, I th... 
Let the best be your guide
FWIW, I have my stereo system in a room 2 walls and 12 feet away from my large office. My system is on all day to FM or a multi play CDP. I thoroughly enjoy my music in the office. Then I go into my music room and sit down in the 'sweet spot' and ... 
A treat for those who like classical piano
mahgister, OT. I've noticed you often speak highly of Scriabin. I have Maria Lettberg's complete set.  I find them rewarding.  Am I missing anything?   
A treat for those who like classical piano
Wow! So much to choose from. You have any favorites?  
A treat for those who like classical piano
Mahler123, FWIW, I found I actually had the Olafsson CD hidden in a drawer. I listened to it again and I figured out why. When first heard I really didn’t connect. I just didn’t care for the juxtaposition of Debussy (which I love) and the Rameau w... 
A treat for those who like classical piano
LMAO , at myself. I have Sokolov's Rameau. Now I just have to listen to it!. :-)  
Sound and Music
Bolong, You have my sympathy. :-)   
A treat for those who like classical piano
I’ve heard only the YouTube version of the Rameau & Debussy which has been highly regarded by so many folks. This was my first exposure to Rameau’s music so I can only compare it to Beraia’s YouTube performance. Not being  knowledgeable of Ram... 
Records and CDs
RV, FWIW, you have now arrived at where I was 10+ years ago. Vinyl had actually become more of a distraction than anything else. Great sonics (and some performances) on a few records, but when I played them I was more in awe of the sounds than the... 
20 Years?
My first post was in September 2001. Don't recall when 'joined'. Most of my posting occurred in the first 5 years and it's been downhill ever since. Things have changed. :-(  FWIW I agree with and share Mikes observations. For myself though,  I'm... 
Signal tube versus power tube, sound impact?
What kind of amps are you running? 16 power tubes? WAG, but sounds like some Primalunas I've seen, but not heard. What kind of 'signal' tubes are you running? What kind of pre-amp are you running, with what kind of 'signal tubes? Specificity migh... 
Sound and Music
I think cdc pretty much hits the nail on the head. For myself I prefer a system that does not draw attention to itself and the recording is part of that system. I don’t want to have sounds coming at me which have nothing to do with the music. Viny... 
Expectation and musical perception
FWIW, it's easy to agree with the general statement about expectations (and resultant perceptions). This is why serious audiophiles so often refer to 'listening skills' or the lack thereof. Unfortunately obtaining listening skills can be both time... 
Signal tube versus power tube, sound impact?
Power tubes first, small tubes to fine tune. JJ power tubes are OK if you like them. I use their E34L's in a small amp in preference to some other excellent tubes. Power tube selection can make a big difference in the sound so the first thing you ...