No problem Mark. Unfortunately I've gotten quite used to it. Luckily it's not like I don't have plenty to listen to. Lately I haven't felt well enough to move around much (like flipping LPs or tapes) so I have been more dependent on HD FM and the various on line services...Turd Server, Spotify, Pandora. Carl loaned me a mix tape on a 10-1/2" reel that is most enjoyable. At least with the big reels there is 90 minutes per side at 7-1/2ips. I will say that at this time of my life I really appreciate my stereo and my music collection. Without music I'd lose my mind.