Bust and Booms on the Download Front

Bust and Booms on the Download Front

With good news to share about new downloads, let's dispense with the downer first. As <A HREF="http://www.twice.com/article/CA6661607.html?nid=2402&">reported by Twice.com</A>, HDGiants, aka MusicGiants, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in US Bankruptcy Court on May 18. Although the site, often praised by <I>Stereophile</I> as a leader in CD-quality and high-resolution music and video downloads, still appears to be operating, the layoff of its sales and marketing staff raises serious questions about its future.

"But it does not end by merely closing a thread."

>>> "this topic (whatever it is) will remain complicated and controversial for a good long while -- that's just the nature of the beast. I'll close this thread now...........
I hope we can move forward in an interesting and intelligent direction." <<<

Just closing the "Visit to Mikey's" thread, Stephen, does not end the discussion and does not end controversy. It is already continuing under other threads.

Empire 4000 XL III

I have had come into my possession an Empire 4000 XL III in need of a new stylus. I have located a replacement stylus, but before I lay down any coin I thought I would see if there is any opinion on this cartridge. I know that Empire has been around a long time and are makers of good equip. but I have never owned one myself and have no knowledge to draw on. Any input is appreciated.

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