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  1. Bobvin

    How do you shop for audio components?

    Over in the “long term loans to reviewers” thread, the topic diverted briefly to brink-n-mortar stores vs appointment only shops… How do you shop for new gear? After reading reviews, or visiting shows, how do you narrow your decision process? Do you consider “appointment only” shops (in a...
  2. Bobvin

    One speaker/system or multiples?

    Over in the Magico M7 thread discussion about value propositions of course comes up (everytime a new uber-expensive product is announced). Many audiophiles have a monogamous approach, building the “one” system they hope checks all the boxes. But we don’t have to be tied down, with audio we can...
  3. Bobvin

    Happy Easter

    Hopefully not violating any TOS with a religious post, but Happy Easter to those who believe.
  4. Bobvin

    Merry Christmas ‘22

    A very Merry Christmas to all, from Bob & Karen at the Vineyard Lodge (aka Rhapsody Out West). This years tree was a monster, it took four men to get it upright. Measures in at about 13‘ tall, I had to use my Kubota tractor to get it to the door. From our place here in Oregon City, within about...
  5. Bobvin

    What are your favorite Holiday Music recordings (all genres)?

    Would love to hear recommendations of your favorite Christmas holiday recordings... of course Vince Guaraldi Trio is in my playlist, but what classical recordings stand out? The Nutcracker is a classic, but what recording/performance really brings it to life? And who has awesome choral...
  6. Bobvin

    Just how does one learn to listen?

    In the thread about judging sound quality and room/setup contributions, Tima posted: At the risk of turning enjoyment of music into an intellectual distraction, I for one would love to hear what many of those on this forum use for their criteria in listening, what they listen for, and how they...
  7. Bobvin

    Audio shows — big room or a little room?

    I just completed my first exhibit at an audio show. The only rooms that were available were “standard“ rooms, in this case, at Pacific Audio Fest, The standard rooms were decently sized at 15 wide by 20 long, a very “believable“ sized room. My understanding is that these are the largest...
  8. Bobvin

    The Charismatic Voice

    Stumbled on this interesting woman (opera singer, voice coach) on YouTube. She analyzes and critiques singers/songs. She did one of Pink Floyd in concert doing “Comfortably Numb”, but that one got pulled by the Floyd for copyright reasons. Here’s one of her checking out, for the first time...
  9. Bobvin

    The Cat’s Grin - a thread I’d have expected to be started by Ron ;-)

    https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-cats-grin?fbclid=IwAR22CzKB68kTEVbY4mUs-pZWOM2EwNa-oPlJPU5LGLI_S2I8RIB-njYNem0 At the risk of ruminating over this topic yet again, what camp do you find yourself in? Personally, if I am being honest, I’m in the 3rd group, though with respectful...
  10. Bobvin

    Quick question for AMG Viella turntable owners

    Can anyone remember if the AMG table/tonearm uses a straight or 90° Din connection? I don't want to have to lift my table to see—have spent to much time monkeying with my system lately.
  11. Bobvin

    Absolutely transparent watch

    Hey, I’m not a watch guy, but I know some are. And I know the price of watches can far outpace the cost of audio gear, so for pure luxury snob appeal watches are right up there. I was curious about the Etsuro Gold cartridge construction, which uses a 2.5mm pure sapphire top plate. I got to...
  12. Bobvin

    Phono stages, SUTs, and cartridge loading question for those with experience...

    For a while I've been wanting to upgrade my phono stage. I am currently running an Einstein "The Turntable's Choice" four chassis dual mono balanced unit. I have not been unhappy with this unit as it brings most everything I want in a phono stage except the extra "something" that comes with a...
  13. Bobvin

    I am ignorant...

    Help me understand — tonearm wiring... I am doing something new to me, and that is installing an AMG 12JT “turbo” tonearm on my v12 turntable. Question 1) how firm should the tonearm wire female receptacles be when slipped over the cartridge pins? In my case they slipped over the pins rather...
  14. Bobvin

    LINN Klimax DS3 vs Lumin S1

    Ignoring format playing possibilities, has anyone compared these two streamers in their system. I've heard the Klimax briefly in my system when my speakers were being setup, but I've not heard the Lumin. Big price difference. My Wilson setup guy says the Linn compares very favorably to some of...
  15. Bobvin

    Measuring basics - microphone/computer questions

    From what I can see Jim Smith first determines the seating position that'll be out of room nodes, then places speakers for maximum musicality. My Wilson setup guy has not done this step in the past, but he is still able to get amazing sound in any room. Since I've done the big remodel, I have...
  16. Bobvin

    Rumours turns 40

    Fleetwood Mac's Rumours still sellin millions: http://www.realclearlife.com/music/fleetwood-mac-rumours-40/
  17. Bobvin

    How does one get "trained" ears?

    OK, frequently commented on is golden ears, or trained ears. But I've never seen notice of any class on how one might develop 'trained' ears. I know there is a thread of what music to use for evaluating components, speakers, etc... perhaps a reviewer or two (or more) can describe not only what...
  18. Bobvin

    Lighting in your Music/Media room

    OK, this could be posted in several forums... I'm in the final phase of my room redesign. We had one go of it only to receive an out-of-this-world bid which sent me back to reduce scope and scale a little bit. Now we've modified the plans/drawings, I am finding I will be adding about 16 new...
  19. Bobvin

    New Record Pressing plant in Portland area

    My wife noticed this and shared with me: http://www.portlandmercury.com/BlogtownPDX/archives/2015/05/29/cascade-record-pressing-oregons-first-vinyl-manufacturing-plant-has-opened-its-doors
  20. Bobvin

    Bob's New Listening Room and System

    I'll tell the tale of my return to Hi-Fi later, but here's my latest: Last year, about this time, my wife was told she'd worked her way out of a job, but there was a position in Portland they wanted her to take. I got the news, and a "Honey, I'm going to be living in corporate housing in...
  21. Bobvin

    Einstein Turntable's Choice (dual mono) vs ARC REF2SE

    Is there anyone in the crowd who has compared Einstein Turntables's Choice (dual mono version) to REF2SE? Or, who has heard the TTC period? I have this phono-pre and Mikey Fremer once considered in his reference group of phono-amps, circa 2007 or so. I'm curious what others who've heard it have...

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