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Is there an end.......ever?
Thanks to the Internet I am buying MORE music now than in the resent years. With my computer I am able to audition a wide range of styles, which has expanded my musical horizon. 
HDCD: What do you like?
The Mavericks "Trampoline"Eric Clapton "Reptile"Megadeth "Cryptic Writings"Mark Knopfler "Gold Heart" 
What group do you wish would be remastered?
peter gabriel III "Security" 
Any audio shops in Vegas that shouldn't be missed?
Yes, I remember the Upper Ear. It was a sad day when they closed the doors. Like Driver stated above. I go to SoCal for most of what I can't get on the Net.Such is life in front of the speakers! 
Any audio shops in Vegas that shouldn't be missed?
HQ Recycled Stereo2122 E. Charleston Blvd.873-3088Recycled Stereo is a bone yard for audio stuff. I Most of what they have is junk but every now and then they have something of interest. May be worth a look. 
Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits
The remastered disc is outstanding. Mark K's timing is great. There is a lot going on between the notes! Check out Eric Clapton's latest "REPTILE" 
Does your amp sound hum....when your ear close it
My Jolida JD 1000 has a very low level hum. I only hear it when I right on top of it. So, I sit about 8' away and enjoy the music. 
Personal speaker evolution
Klipsch Forte (1986)New $800.00Acoustat model Spectra 33 which were used with Kinergetics BSC SW200 Subwoofer system(1988)New $2000.00 and $1265.00Theil 6(1999)New $8000.00 
Can we use TUBE PREAMP with SS AMP ?
I am using a Krell FPB 200 with a AE-3 tube line level pre-amp. There is a section in the Krell User’s Manual which will explain the use of Tube Equipment with their amps. An internal jumper/switch needs to be changed in the amp before use with tu... 
Any Pink Floyd Fans out there ???
One of my favorite Pink Floyd disc is Obscured By Clouds. The re-mastered version is outstanding. Along those lines, give Ambrosia a try. Their first two albums sound like Pink Floyd meets the Beach Boys, good stuff. 
bypass outlet and hook wires directly to romex??
Before performing any alterations to you electrical system contact your local Building Department. Unsafe installations, repairs or alterations can cause fires and insurance companies love to void claims because of code violations.SignedYour Local... 
speaker base help
I use granite slabs ¾”x 15”x22” to isolate my speakers because my system is on the 2nd floor of my house. I got the granite from a Counter Top installation company. When installing the material they cut out for the built in ranges and sinks. The c... 
It's Been an Allison Kind of Month......
Now you are cooking, try: Asleep at the Wheel's, "Ride With Bob" it's a Tribute to Bob Wells The King of Texas Swing. For some real kicks try The Derailer, "Full Western Dress". This is a HDCD recording. It's a real foot stomper.Ye Ha 
GRASS ANYONE?
If you are getting into Blue Grass try. Why not give the following non-mainstream Country & Western Bands a try.BR5-49 ; The Derailers ; Asleep at the Wheel. They may suprise ya. 
Anyone have this happen to them?
Yes, it has happened to me, 11 years ago. It turned out to be short-wave or CB “Burn Through” on my unshielded speaker wire. I braided four, 22 gauge wires around my speaker cable which acted as shielding. A few months later I switched to Kimber 4...