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  1. gkarelitsky

    Basement remodel

    Just completed a basement remodel and need some help with acoustics of the space. I’ve been reading some threads in this section and realize I have a lot to learn. The 2 photos were taken from opposite corners. The width is about 12.5 feet and the ceiling is about 7.25 feet high. We are...
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    thumbs up for dew042

    My recent purchase from @dew042 was perfect. Item arrived quickly, in perfect condition and was well packed. I would not hesitate to purchase from him again.
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    ConfuciusSay

    Confucius say it is a pleasure to deal with #ConfuciusSay. I purchased an item from Seth. It was sent out the next day, nicely packed and completely as described.
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    Volt+ D vs NuForce STA200

    Looking for a small form factor amp to drive older B&W speakers of 90 db SPL. Preamp is a NuForce HAP-100. Not looking to rock out the house but would like good dynamics for jazz and classical, primarily. I have read good things about both amps here on AK. The Volt + D seems like a good value...
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    musicalhal is five * seller

    Just received a pre amp from musichal. He also threw in a small amp. Everything was well packed and delivered as promised. Excellent communication as well, a pleasure to deal with.
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    need to reduce footprints

    We recently did a remodel of our living room. Previously, we had a large armoire that was able to accommodate an amp and source components. Speakers were outside and stand mounted. The two issues I have to deal with are 1) my wife wants smaller speakers in the LR and 2) we replaced the armoire...
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    Fisher 400?

    What speakers? Oscar Isaac, standing, and Garrett Hedlund in “Mojave.” CreditSam Urdank/A24 Advertisement Continue reading the main story Continue reading the main storyShare This Page Continue reading the main story
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    Norman Picker, RIP

    Wow - what a productive life. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/29/business/norman-c-pickering-refined-the-record-player-dies-at-99.html?hpw&rref=obituaries&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well&_r=0
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    slate article on audiophilia

    apologies if this has been posted, http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/culturebox/2015/02/audiophiles_neil_young_s_pono_has_brought_unfair_scorn_for_lovers_of_high.html?wpsrc=sh_all_dt_tw_ru
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    Need help with AT cartridge ID

    This cart came with a Pioneer TT that I purchased a while ago. I doubt that it was expensive. Thinking about replacing stylus or cart depending on what it is. Comments and suggestions appreciated.
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    RIP Edgar Froese

    http://consequenceofsound.net/2015/01/r-i-p-edgar-froese-tangerine-dream-founder-dead-at-70/
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    Liverpool Bound

    Intending to clean up a bit in the basement today I found a bunch of old 45's including the first record I ever purchased, At the Hop by Danny and the Juniors and quite a few other gems of that era. Needless to say, I cleaned some of them up and played a few. Lots of surface noise and scratches...
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    how vinyl is made

    A fun old movie from RCA. http://www.openculture.com/2014/02/how-vinyl-records-are-made.html
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    Slate article on sad times for Classical music

    http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/culturebox/2014/01/classical_music_sales_decline_is_classical_on_death_s_door.html "In 1937, the median age at orchestra concerts in Los Angeles was 28. Think of that!"
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    London record store for sale

    on Ebay. http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/11/07/for-vinyl-collectors-a-482000-bargain-on-ebay/?_r=0
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    Tobin Mod in NY/NJ

    I have a pair of Bozak 302A Urbans with the original crossovers. The tweeters on one of them are no longer working. I know they are are fine because when I send a signal directly to the tweeter they seem fine. I assume there is a problem with the old paper caps or the internal wiring. I have...
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    Bugle2 kickstarter project

    Not sure if this belongs here but .... Jim Hagerman has a Kickstarter project to build prototypes of the 2nd gen Bugle phono pre. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1907446723/bugle2-a-diy-phono-preamp?play=1&ref=search May be a nice opportunity to get a good deal. As my pre is in the shop...
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    WKCR: Teddy Wilson Centennial Birthday Broadcast

    For those of you in the NYC area WKCR is playing Teddy Wilson for 4 days.
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    Kenwood L-07M on Agon

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstran&1328291453&/Kenwood-L-O7M-Monoblock-Amplif
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    hmmmm... what to drink

    http://drinkify.org
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    Interesting shop in Brooklyn

    http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/20/nyregion/leeds-radio-is-a-haven-for-lovers-of-all-things-analog.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=analog%20williamsburg&st=cse
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    Luxman R-113 in NJ $20

    http://newjersey.craigslist.org/ele/2424399082.html No affil, no interest, no room
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    Mingus on FM in NYC and environs

    WKCR 89.9 is playing Mingus all day in celebration of what would have been his 89th birthday.
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    NoTransistors

    I brought Seth a Dual 1229Q for refurb. Turnaround time couldn't be better and it is operating like it just came out of the box. Great service!
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    Amazing cables

    Be sure to read the reviews before adding to your shopping cart. http://www.amazon.com/AudioQuest-K2-terminated-speaker-cable/dp/B000J36XR2
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