I don't want to continue another "Lon fest," because that is the last thing he needs at present, but I do applaud you, Lon for your consistently concise recommendations to this entire board over a very long period of time. Acknowledging your contributions with a Thank You is enough for both of us, I presume.
When I first showed up here (2004, might have been 2003), Lon was one of the first to welcome a newcomer.
I was using massive sandpiles to power my gear and not really looking for any tube amps. Been there, done much of that and moved on many years before.
I was not new to good sounds, having invested more than twenty years in business with a sound reinforcemnt company of my own making. Then the following fifteen or so years searching for more in my home set up with a little overlap during those times.
But this place is about only a few things and I picked that up in moments of being here.
I felt I was out of place, but with the guidance of a few, some gone now, I learned fast that I have been missing out on a level of listening pleasure that I never knew was possible.
But Thanks, Lon for the guidance you have freely given over the years to any and all.
I consider you to be a Solid.