timf

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In-Depth Explanation of the Audio Term "Synergy"
I love the ideal of synergy! It really was the single word that got me to read more about audio and investigate the properties of that. Still, I dont know. I do believe it is true that "complementary" is not the same as synergy as a complete enity... 
Do any of you fear dismantling your setups?
Foster 9- Do you have to dismantle your system? Is there something you think needs to be addressed with its sound, maintenance, etc? 
Hallelujah by Lenard Cohen
A version of the Hallelujah chorus is sung by the Roche sisters on KEEP ON DOING. 
2-channel listening with a sub-woofer
recently I lost my audio system through utter misfortune- a story too complicated and depressing- uninteresting to tell. What I had to do is look for another sort of system which to make due with, and I did. What I got was a sub sat system- 2 litt... 
Best movies last two years
I loved Anthony Hopkins in PROOF. The film is compelling & really got me asking all sorts of questions & thinking and feeling a little uncomfortable. I also loved CAPOTE, GOODNIGHT AND GOOD LUCK, and THE CONSTANT GARDENER. For myself, GOOD... 
Which Intergrated amp for starter??
I agree with the advice that suggests you settle on the speakers you want first. This is the real foundation of system in my opinion, as well as saving a lot of work down the line. Figure out your room and your speakers and move on from there. As ... 
Does Jeff Tweedy sound like Ray Davies?
Jeff tweedy sounds like jeff tweedy. Ray davies sounds like Ray davies. 
Int. Amp Recommendation
Foxtrot,improvement sounds good! Sorry to answer your question with another question. You obviously are looking for some answers. While you are waiting for some help to spell out the differences between the 2 mf amps, you might want to check out t... 
Audiophile book of "Common Sense"
If you dont know, ask sean. I think there is a 800 number. 
See it frequently: What exactly is a "troll"?
I tend to like trolls. It seems to me that whenever one appears on any of the forums I have frequented they seem to stir things up. Perhaps that is viewed as not good, and perhaps it isnt. However, it also seems that the majority of contributors t... 
Int. Amp Recommendation
If you dont mind my asking, what exactly do you dislike about the sound of your lousy separates system ? I mean, besides the fact you think they are lousy and take up too much space. In what way is this system failing your Jbls? I ask because you ... 
How do you 'listen' to new music?
I have had the tendency always to stick to music I am familar with, but of late even more so. I see it as a problem that is a symptom of a more general approach to life, so I have been determined to attend to it. What I have done is make a point w... 
foreign lyrics -------do you care?
I may not get the point or the language, but occationally I can still enjoy the music. My imagination is such that I might even arrive at a different point and far better lyrics, and sometimes that is all i would care to do. Other times I am curio... 
Audio Help for Hearing Impaired Part II
You are a true Audiophile! A true example to everyone who has thought to think about what that word describes. With stormy weather on the horizon I would worry you might become the target of lightning. Is this concern unfounded? Whatever you do, p... 
Why don't kids nowadays know about Jazz and classi
Say what you will, kids learn from one another. They do what they must to be together, and that usually dictates a lot. If their attention spans seem short it is because they have found something of greater interest to pay attention to, something ...