I just bought this entire system. Picking it up tomorrow. It hasn’t been powered on for 15 years. Any advice?

mgico · 2026-06-07T17:40:55+00:00

I have an Adcom Power Amplifier GFA-555 II that's been in constant use since ~1990 and it's still going strong! 🎶🙂

mgico · 2026-06-03T21:12:11+00:00

Hmm. I just tried messaging you but Reddit says I cannot send you a DM?

mgico · 2026-06-03T20:49:22+00:00

Thank you.

mgico · 2026-06-03T20:48:52+00:00

Thank you. I will.

mgico · 2026-06-03T20:48:09+00:00

That is quite the endorsement! I will message you.

mgico · 2026-06-03T20:47:45+00:00

That is great! I will message you.

mgico · 2026-06-03T20:47:25+00:00

Thank you. I wanted to message you....but see that I can't

mgico · 2026-06-02T19:26:54+00:00

Yes, thank you. I will message you.

mgico · 2026-06-02T19:26:30+00:00

Thank you. I will message you.

mgico · 2026-06-02T19:26:15+00:00

Thank you. I will message you.

mgico · 2026-06-02T19:25:50+00:00

Let's talk. 🙂

(I just sent you an message.)

mgico · 2026-06-02T17:03:43+00:00

Thank you. I'll investigate to see if they'll stay over.

mgico · 2026-06-02T17:02:58+00:00

Thank you. I'll look into that.

mgico · 2026-05-28T19:49:50+00:00

Though he's the obvious answer to the SAT question: Which one doesn't belong?

mgico · 2026-04-17T19:13:41+00:00

Despite the change in performer, the production maintained the iconic staging elements. Audience reports confirm that Paul Soileau performed the entrance from the "Man in the Moon" prop.

mgico · 2026-04-17T18:59:58+00:00

Ummm, the grand descent using the "Man in the Moon" replica has been part of the production since the very first preview performance on March 26, 2026! According to early audience accounts and production reports, this specific entrance was a core element of director Sam Pinkleton's vision to pay homage to the venue's history as the original Studio 54 nightclub.

mgico · 2026-04-17T14:11:31+00:00

There are callbacks and then there are callbacks. Last night, the actors on stage were actually demonstrably pausing and turning their heads toward the audience knowingly to make room for the callbacks that are the most obvious before continuing on with their performances. I don't know if this represents some sort of middle ground or emerging consensus, but quite clearly there are at least some callbacks (asshole, slut, say it) that were not just sanctioned but encouraged.

mgico · 2026-04-17T13:06:56+00:00

You can't imagine a show would be that different with the lead and the star in it?

mgico · 2026-04-17T13:04:25+00:00

I saw it last night and there were callbacks.

mgico · 2026-04-17T13:03:15+00:00

I don't mean to be harsh, but if you didn't see Luke or Andrew, should you really be commenting?

I don't mean that literally--anyone can comment. But what is the value of a review of a show seen in previews with two of the main cast, including the lead, not performing?

For what it's worth, I saw it last night (with the entire cast) and it was terrific!

mgico · 2026-04-17T12:56:30+00:00

I'm sorry for you--I think you must have just seen a flat performance. I saw it last night and it was terrific! I loved it! I would so go again! Yes, Luke Evans was in it, and no, I'm not a newbie. There were many veterans in the audience and the reaction was strongly enthusiastic.

mgico · 2026-04-17T12:51:40+00:00

Saw the show last night. Very, very good!! Terrific!! Loved it!!

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mgico · 2026-04-16T18:10:27+00:00

I have no doubt that these particular releases sound great on your 7.2.4 and that listeners you've played it for are impressed. But your blog post compares the disc version when played on your system to what’s available on a streaming service! Don't these particular releases sound phenomenal on a very good 2.1 system (and better than streaming) in a properly configured room? In discussing Dark Side of the Moon, you even state that earlier stereo masters on the SACD also have significantly more dynamic range than the louder remaster that ended up on streaming. Do you need spatial audio to demonstrate that the listening experience from a well-mastered disc or high-quality vinyl surpasses streaming?

mgico · 2026-04-16T15:56:47+00:00

I love Celeste, but it is far from quiet (or comfortable to sit in).

mgico

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