albertporter

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Why Expensive power Cables when Romex behind Wall?
Fletchj, I could not agree more. 
Why Expensive power Cables when Romex behind Wall?
Sdcampbell, being an Audiogon member that has always read your posts during the last two years ( I began in 1999), I am surprised by your comments.You built your system with quality audiophile gear and yet you report that power cords provide very ... 
I turn the big Half-Century today
Congratulations, Subaruguru ! Here is my musical list covering the topics of time, birthdays, and the state of mind from seeing 50 years on this planet pass by."Wow" Kate Bush ( Lionheart ) "Old Man" Neil Young ( Harvest )"Don't Give Up" Peter Gab... 
Anyone tried a copy protected CD?
I recently acquired Laundry Service" by Shakira and have had zero problems in my Sony 9000 CD / SACD player. It also plays without problems in my Macintosh Computer, using Apple CD audio player.My copy was a gift from a local radio station and has... 
Boulder Amplifiers- Your Comments Please
I heard Boulder amps under CES conditions a few years ago, when they exhibited with Soundlab . The average sound was not what troubled me, but more the attitude of Boulder's designer as these shows are notorious for poor sound quality anyway.I the... 
Time to clean the lenses
ROR from V-Vax corporation. 1507 Elston, Chicago, IL. 60622Phone at 773-276-1747.This product tested by NASA and will increase light transmission on photo lenses by as much as one half F-stop. I use it on my Pioneer rear projection and got improve... 
Regrets
My 1955 Chevy Nomad station wagon. I know the sound system was not all that great, but the container has become a classic. 
Outlet shoot out
Both of the last two responses are right on. I use the Hubbell non-plated and had them cryo treated by Purist Audio. This makes the highest performance outlet even better.By the way, Hdm has described the Hubbell PERFECTLY, it is not "in your face... 
Condition this baby
Perhaps upgrading the line means dedicated lines. That would make the amp seem to have more power, especially if it is on a circuit that is shared with several other hungry components. This was the case in my home, built in the late 1950's. It was... 
Where to buy LP
My favorite place in New York is the Bop Shop in Rochester. Located in the Village Gate Square, 274 North Goodman Street.They are open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm, Thursday and Friday until 8 pm, and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm. Reach... 
Can a cheater plug ever damage an amp's pwr supply
Mike, I had to tease you, we have not spoken in a long while.I keep hearing wonderful things about your products, I guess I am not surprised considering the pleasure I have had with the ones I owned. 
Can a cheater plug ever damage an amp's pwr supply
You answered that question like an engineer or designer with great talent. Have you ever considered starting an electronics company?Hey, I have an idea ! Since your comments were in the form of a reply, how about COUNTER POINT as a name? 
The best speaker you ever heard?
Now Fred, you have been to my home a few times and know that my speakers are the best there are :^).Please post results if we don't catch each other on the phone before hand. 
Junked audio components - hazardous waste...
All of the hi fi owned by everyone you know would not represent a fraction of what our Military discards in a year, much less what that have dumped into the oceans from the decks of naval ships. 
what is the best super speaker and why?
Bishopwill, nothing is on the top of the heap. There are flaws in every speaker ever built. Each listener must decide how many flaws and which type can be tolerated on a consistent basis.I agree with your comments about Avantgarde, but as for the ...