[Doug Houston]

I can enjoy old and new (well, recent) things equally well. I have several of the early Marantz, 5 Mac 30's, 2 Mac 70's, a Mac 225. Also, about 70 Philcos, a Brook 10A, several Fisher tube sets, 4 EV Patricians, about 80 or so vintage RCA sets, 3 Scott sets, a few Stromberg-Carlsons, and other stuff like that. I can wander in and out of any of it, and get the same enjoyment from any of it. To audition records in my 7 8 RPM collection, I use a Garrard transcription turntable, a Mac 30, and E-V SP12B in an Aristocrat cabinet. But I enjoy the old Victor scrolls equally well on a Victor 9-18 or RE-45.

The quest for perfection often leads to gross dissatisfaction. There are many in our world who never find their holy grail, because they didn't recognize it when they sped past it.

I understand that all of us are different and have varied motivations. I'm different in my own way, but I'm content with the toys I have. However you are able to get your kicks with your toys, do it, and have fun.