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Ground Loop?
I once had a ground loop thet crept up when I had my preamplifier on one circuit and my amplifier on the other. These circuits came from different phases in my main breaker box. When I got the amp and preamp on the same phase the issue went away. ... 
Class D amplifiers. What's the future look like?
I forgot to mention that the NAD C298 is a class D design.  
Bluesound Vault position
Good point, curiousjim! Especially since ripping is well south of 1% of my Bluesound's function.  
Bluesound Vault position
I've been playing music I've ripped to the hard drive and everything seems ok with that, but I haven't tried to rip anything yet...  
Bluesound Vault position
I was thinking that since there is a place to slide a CD in, it may be position sensitive, like it wouldn't sit properly on the little spinner without the parallel force of gravity.   
New Technics SL-1200GR2
I read a lot of good things about the Technics brand. When did they really up their game? I remember back when they were a RadioShack brand and just ok. I believe they were manufactured by Panasonic and maybe others back then.  
Pathetic range of Topping remote
@czarivey I've never heard anyone use the term "vertically challenged" until I read it here.  
The Ultimate Audio Modification: Golden Ears
Wouldn't a set of hearing aids also have its own sonic signature?   
Hegel H160 and longevity
I have the H160 and not experienced the issue you mention. Once, and only once when I switched it on, no music. I had to unplug it from the power source and reenergize it--music returned. That is the only issue experienced.  
Speaker that are 'KEEPERS" for the long haul!!!
I have owned Harbeth 40.2 on my primary audio rig for around 4 years and have no desire to change. On a secondary system I have homemade speakers that contain Seas dual concentric drivers and really enjoy the accuracy of that sound.  
Shout out to the Moderator(s)
Great post here Carlsbad2. Not only for the bot removal job, but for all they do which I'm sure is not easy.   
Oxidation on surface of cable under clear jacket
Do you live in a humid environment? I've used clear coated speaker wires for many years and have never seen such an issue, but I'm in southern Wisconsin where it is not terribly humid.   
New Outlets Lead to Better Sounding and Tasting Coffee
I have a small kitchen so I found a built in coffee maker made by Brew Express. It is hard wired, no outlet and has a direct feed from my breaker panel. It also has a 1/4" water line feeding it which is connected into my home R.O. filtration syste... 
Do I need 10 gauge power cord if I have 10 gauge from panel?
@Ditsua: What is the current rating on that Crown amp?  
Coaxials - Reality vs. Experience?
Terminology gets a little confusing...What is the name given to a full range drivers without crossover vs full range with crossover?