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    https://hackaday.com/2024/11/14/repairing-the-questionable-25000-tom-evans-audiophile-pre-amp/

    https://hackaday.com/2024/11/14/repairing-the-questionable-25000-tom-evans-audiophile-pre-amp/
    Profile Post Comment by AlPastor, Dec 6, 2024 at 9:55 PM
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    Star Wars: Butchered Editions

    Free offer to any friends or contributors: I have an extra set of the 1993 Star Wars Trilogy Anthology 4 disc complete with booklet and long box....
    Post by: AlPastor, Dec 6, 2024 at 12:44 PM in forum: Music and Recordings
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    Loaner: Mercury v3

    Houston, TX. Thanks!
    Post by: AlPastor, Dec 5, 2024 at 12:45 PM in forum: Loaner Programs
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    Loaner: ZMF Caldera Closed

    Interested. Houston, Tx. Thanks!
    Post by: AlPastor, Dec 3, 2024 at 10:41 AM in forum: Loaner Programs
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    Yet another closed back advice thread

    I think the DCA Noire (X) is going to check all your boxes. Or try the DCA Aeon Closed X at Drop for a cheaper price on an older model. Light,...
    Post by: AlPastor, Dec 3, 2024 at 9:44 AM in forum: Advice Threads
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    Video doorbells and security cameras

    After a few years with all the Wyze stuff, I think it's a great entry point as long as you know what your getting (cheap) and set expectations...
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 22, 2024 in forum: Geek Cave: Computers, Tablets, HT, Phones, Games
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    Loaner: Holo Audio Red Streamer

    Interested. Houston, TX Thanks
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 22, 2024 in forum: Loaner Programs
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    Deathmatch: Pi2 Design Mercury 3 vs Holo Audio Red

    Nice video and thanks for the comparison. How much of a step up would the v3 be over a V2 with lps? Any comments on the internal DAC? Would be...
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 22, 2024 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Does the powder still tickle?

    Does the powder still tickle?
    Profile Post Comment by AlPastor, Nov 20, 2024
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    Music Streaming Services

    Spotify: "Oh, ya'll wanted a Hi-Fi tier? That's cute. We're a video company now."
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 20, 2024 in forum: Computer Audiophile: Software, Configs, Tools
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    Schiit Gungnir 2 Impressions + comparo

    Really hoping we get to hear from Mike about his thoughts on G2, Unison 384 and the future good Schiit.
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 19, 2024 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/19/bose-buys-mcintosh-storied-maker-of-high-end-luxury-audio-equipme...

    https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/19/bose-buys-mcintosh-storied-maker-of-high-end-luxury-audio-equipment.html
    Profile Post Comment by AlPastor, Nov 19, 2024
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    Bose buys McIntosh.

    Bose buys McIntosh.
    Status Update by AlPastor, Nov 19, 2024
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    The Spice of Life – Hot Sauce, Salsa, etc.

    Underwood Ranch sriracha is at Costco now (at least by us). I started seeing it in stores about a month ago. Def a step above the Huy Fong.
    Post by: AlPastor, Nov 8, 2024 in forum: Food and Drink
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    This might count as a defining performance....

    This might count as a defining performance. https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/instruments/cello/robot-performs-symphony-orchestra/
    Profile Post Comment by AlPastor, Oct 29, 2024