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Replacing driver screws with brass screws

There was some discussion about this on Millercarbon's thread about the Moab speakers, and I wanted to pursue the subject further without interfering with his thread.
As I stated there, I have heard about this practice for quite a few years, but never tried it because it seemed like one of those lunatic fringe ideas; and even though I actually really enjoy trying tweaks, and have found many of them effective, I just was not prepared for what this one did for the music coming out of my speakers. 
Specifically, it improved the detail in ambient trails, focus in general, complex harmonics in voices and stringed instruments, and instrumental separation. It is not subtle, and it is immediately noticeable.
So, I am curious to know how many of you out there have tried this, and what your experience has been.
Thanks, John  
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thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
Is this STILL being discussed?
Who cares??!!
If you want to try it, try it. 
If you don't believe it, don't try it.
There.
You are all welcome.
thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
I would think Japanese zelkova for monitors.....
thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
roxy,
If the fO.q tape is more than you’re willing to spend right now, there are other vibration damping tapes on the market for less.
I cannot vouch for the efficacy of any of them, as I have never used any, compared them, nor heard a system with them in it.
So maybe try a cheaper tape, and if you feel it makes a positive difference, go for the fO.q tape in the future.
thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
I suppose that would depend on how the warranty reads...
thecarpathian
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roxy54,
Good point. Better than mine in fact.
Allow me to start again...

Is this STILL being discussed?
Who cares??!!
If you want to try it, try it.
If you don't believe it, don't try it.
If you have tried it, opine with the voice of experience.
There.
You are all welcome.

thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
Personally, I would use ironwood.
thecarpathian
4,181 posts
 
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