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Sub $1k Power Conditioners? Any Assistance Appreciated...
Hey @erik_squires I have asked a question above about the Dual zone approach on your blog. It is a sincere question because I  don't know. Power conditioning is my next step in my system/.  Can you please elaborate? Thanks 
Sub $1k Power Conditioners? Any Assistance Appreciated...
@erik_squires Looking at your Frugal dual zone approach, I see 2 power strips plugged into 1 duplex power outlet. You say that makes a  clean zone and a dirty zone. I thought the 2 zones meant 2 different circuits. But you have both of them on one... 
Your first “high end” system
Bought my 1st record when I was 9 yrs old. I had stereos since then. But my first stand out player was a system bought while in Charlotte, NC from a good Hifi Store. Harmon Kardon 730 receiver with Original Large Advent speakers &Technics TT .... 
GREAT BARGAIN BUYS YOU'VE MADE OR KNOW OF
I  think Bob Latino's VTA ST-70 is a bargain IF you have efficient speakers. I have lived happily with mine for 10 years. It replaced a $4500 SS amp.  
Just Skyline Diffusors
Good info. The audiophile & woodworker in me are aroused.  I'm eager to see the look on my wife's face when I bring it into the Living room as "Wall Art".  
Trying to fix specific issues with my listening area
FWIW, IMO, Its not that the AVR runs out of power. Its that it is built for movies. Dialogue & explosions are its main -product. It doesn't need to focus on the 20-20k hz  the way that a 2 channel does. Consider it like a good off road vehicle... 
Trying to fix specific issues with my listening area
I too agree with Millercarbon. AV receivers do not generally do music well 
Tweaks that work? (yes very subjective topic)
@skypunk @tablejockey has given you sound advice. A dedicated phono preamp is a must IMO. It should never be an after thought. It handles the most delicate signal.  
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@ebm I hear you. I've been back & forth on this brand for some time. That's part of the reason. The other part is that I have spoken to the "turkey" before and came away unimpressed then. Even so, I don't want to be unfair  which is why I woul... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
OK, it will be one week tomorrow since I first contacted the dealer for a Primaluna Dialogue Premium Power amp. I didn’t want to mention the brand because now you should Know the dealer. As I said earlier, I do not want to cause a business undue t... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@stereo5   There is no trolling. The only deception you faced was your own. I had told you why I hadn't named the dealer and that I had not got a picture of the blemish despite asking for one. That's why I asked if you guys had read my posts. I su... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@stereo5  @ebm  et alDo you guys EVER read the posts? How can I give you a picture when I don't have one? That's part of my complaint. As far as brand name needed, I don't buy it. I was born at night but not last night. Of course I understand the ... 
Has Anyone Placed Power Conditioner On Its Face with the Power Outlets Facing Up?
@erik_squires Apparently I didn't understand your 1st post. Your last one says, The reason a transformer hums has to do with the quality of the AC, and it's internal construction.   If this is the case than it makes no difference how the box is ... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@michaela That’s one reason. But another is that I don’t want to bring disrepute to the dealer ...at least, not at this point. The poor service may be due to this silly shut down. I don’t know for sure. I'd rather let this play out before calling ... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
OK guys. I was planning on making them an offer. I was juts trying to determine what amount. I was in business most all my life so I I don't begrudge a man his pay.  At this point, I have doubts about the amp...or should I say the dealer. I called...