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Notes on music, gear, and the long pursuit of better sound. New most mornings.

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  1. DirectionalityCable and fuse directionality is a controversial subject and one that has two components: one to pay attention to the other you should ignore.
  2. The second 90%Products are conceived in moments and then labored on for months or years - causing many folks to scratch their heads and wonder why it takes...
  3. About them hornsHorns and I don't get along but they do have some fascinating qualities many folks will love.
  4. Vitamins?Vitamins for the ears? You bet but here's something else to think about.
  5. If you're lucky enoughIf you're fortunate enough to have an audio sanctuary, you're ahead of most of us.
  6. How do you know when it's right?How do you know when the system is dialed in a "right"? There's a very simple answer.
  7. The big questionWhat's the most important element in your system? Amps? Sources? Cables? Power? You might be surprised what I will tell you.
  8. Blame the new guyWe always tend to blame the new piece of equipment for anything that goers wrong. That's a natural reaction, but not always accurate.
  9. Once and forever!Some knucklehead on the news was threatening to teach some group or another a lesson they'll learn "once and forever". A lofty goal indeed and one...
  10. Social mediaSocial media has the ability to change the high end for the better. Are you helping out?
  11. What if no one was there?If you forward an email, write a comment, make a post and no one reads it, does it matter?
  12. Not so golden earsGolden ears doesn't have much to do with your hearing ability - rather the connection to your brain.
  13. Selling CorvettesIn yesterday's post I pointed you to Brad's article about having passion for high-end audio and how many high-end dealers seem to be missing the passion....