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  1. spaceman

    Help! REM Cover

    I heard REM/Michael Stipe on the radio tonight (first time I've heard it, so maybe new???) do a cover of a song I believe from the 70s or 80s and recognized it immediately but have no clue who did it......any ideas? Its driving me nuts!
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    Recommendations for closed cans <$150

    Music preferences are progressive rock, triphop, a lot of female vocals like Lucinda Williams, Amy MacDonald, KT Tunstall. Must be closed cans for bedside rig. Been looking at the Denon AH-D1001K and Audio Technica M-50. Would these do the job? Any other Suggestions?
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    Headphones for Headroom Micro DAC/Amp

    Looking for recommendations for both closed and open/semi-open cans for the Micro DAC/amp. I have IEMs, so not interested in those. Listen to a lot of downtempo/triphop, Pink Floyd, Dido, Lucinda Williams, Beck, Airbag, Foo Fighters. No metal or rap. Thanks
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    iPod and iTunes Question

    I currently have a 5G 30Gb iPod and will be purchasing a new Classic. I want to utilize both devices on the same account. Is this possible? Can I just synch my current libraries onto the new device? Thanks
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    Been away For A While and Looking for Suggestions....

    Looking for a bedside set up to go my nightstand and to use with my 30g Ipod. Currently using a HeadRoom Micro amp with AKG K81s. Looking to utilize my iPod with a DAC via Wadia iTransport. 1. Looking for DAC (leaning toward Headroom Micro DAC of Cambridge Audio Magic DAC). 2. Must be...
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    Switching from CRT to LCD.....Suggestions???

    Looking to replace my 19" ViewSonic G71f+ CRT for a LCD. I don't do any gaming. Most of the time is spent on internet, spreadsheets, and digital photography. Would like to keep it around $300. Suggestions appreciated. Thanks.
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    Where can I get an iPod dock with.........

    a constant line out (not variable) and charging capabilities? I'm not concerned with synching. This will be used on the nightstand going to my H5, so RCA would be nice as well. Thanks.
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    Ok, another "small footprint" CDP Thread

    Sorry, but I need one and can't find one!!!! I'm looking for a dedicated CDP for my bedroom listening area. I'll be using the H5 amp, and possibly a millett hybrid with some AKGs, and a few Senns. Would like to keep it around 12x12, give or take an inch or two. Send me on my mission!
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    4 Nights in Montreal - What to do?

    Any suggestions? I'll be there on business, but with some generous extra time. Wife will be with me. Anyone know of any decent single malt bars? We're staying at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel. I'm thinking the jet boat ride on the Lachine rapids if I can talk the wife into it, maybe an afternoon in...
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    Question....Total Airhead + iPod 5.5

    What are all of you using for a line out dock? I'm looking at the ALO Bling dock.
  11. spaceman

    Newb searching for MP3 player

    Looking for something small and portable, less than $200. I don't need video, games, FM, etc... just music, and I really don't need a lot of storage, maybe 200-300 songs. I also need a site with FAQs, etc on how to properly rip my CDs (correct formats). Been looking at the iPod Nano 4GB, any...
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    Question for all you college TI Calculator users.......

    My son needs a graphing calculator for his Pre-Cal class. He's a senior and will also be taking honors geometry and a calculus seminar this year. His pre cal teacher recommends the TI-83 Plus. However, he will be going to college next year and majoring in either architecture or civil...
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    Shoulder Sling Bags...Who uses 'em??

    Looking into dropping my trusty backpack for a sling/over-shoulder bag. I'll use it primarily for work and will need to carry a soft-cover notebook, a little bit of paperwork, 1-2 textbooks (hard and soft cover), some pens, calculator, cellphone, and a few other smaller items. Any suggestions...
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    Question for all you MS Excel users.....

    I have to learn Excel for some medical research projects coming up at work later this fall. I took a one day seminar back about 6 years ago on the basics, and haven't used it since. My employer offers classes but they are early in the am, and I get out of work at 0100. They will also pay my...
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    Question for those in Boston who use the "T"...

    Can you tell me if there is ample parking at the Lechmere or North Stations on a Sunday? I usually park on a side street off Commonwealth Ave and walk to Fenway, but this time I will have people with me who cannot walk that far, so I will have to make use of the T. Thanks.
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    Cool Firefox extension for all you football (soccer) fans

    FootieFox....this will come in handy, especially during the Cup. http://www.hpi.uni-potsdam.de/footiefox/?L=1
  17. spaceman

    Best Linux GUI For NewB

    This will be going on a second computer with a freshly formatted/partitioned HD. I need to know: a) what to use. b)where can I download from, and how to burn to a cd for install. Thanks
  18. spaceman

    Looking for tube amp with small footprint.....

    to use as a bedside amp. Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks
  19. spaceman

    Why are some amps AC powered and others DC?

    Just wondering if there are any advantages of one over the other. Please excuse my electronics ignorance.
  20. spaceman

    Online source(s) for Used Books on CD?

    Any recommendations? Looking for something new to listen to while commuting but too cheap to shell out the $30 or $40 for new. I want CD format, not cassette.
  21. spaceman

    Question for all who watch HDTV

    I've noticed at times that when I am watching something with a lot of movement (sports) I see this faint blurring of pixels around the person/object. I really started noticing this during the Olympics, watching skiing. I don't usually see this when watching football, Discovery HD, etc. Was this...
  22. spaceman

    David Gilmour's New Album

    Anyone else here excited about this? I certainly am, and can't wait until March 7th! I really like what I hear from the previews so far: http://www.davidgilmour.com/island.htm
  23. spaceman

    In search of IEMs....with the following conditions...

    Need a pair of IEMs for night time listening in the bedroom so I do not disturb the wife. These will be mated with an amp (M^3, Millett hybrid, and possibly the HR Micro with desktop module). My source(s) are Cambridge Audio 640C and Tivoli CD II. I listen to ambient/triphop, some classical, and...
  24. spaceman

    Headroom discount

    They still offer a discount to contributing members? If so, what is it? Thanks.
  25. spaceman

    Anyone use the HR Micro for a primary home amp?

    I'm looking for an amp with a fairly small foot-print to mate with a pair of Shure E4Cs. I've never used an amp with a mini-mini connection before and was curious if there are any "major" sonic differences between amps that use an 1/8 mini connect vs. those that use RCA connects. Right now I'm...
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