brubin

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Does Power Cord Require Burn-In To Sound Good?
I assume you have a power conditioner of some type.  If not I would suggest a Shunyata with their cords which have been broken before shipping.   Use NR cables for equipment and XC cable to connect from the wall outlet to the power conditioner.   ... 
B&W vs. Sonus Faber
I recently purchased the SF NOVA 5 after comparing them with several speakers including the BW 803 d3.  They were both excellent sounding, however the Nova 5 sound more natural to me with smooth high and mids,  and a well-definded base.   The B&am... 
Vinyl vs DSF (DSD) files - Can you hear the differences
Why are so many people convinced that Vinyl is far superior to high-quality Digital - like DSD?  
The secret to a great amplifier...
After doing some research I found Littlefuse sells AUDIO/MEDICAL quality fuses Series 285 they are all slo-blow, buy come in various sizes including 5x20 The 218 series ceramic are fast-blow fuses, but not the audio grade.  Still an improvement ov... 
Vinyl vs DSF (DSD) files - Can you hear the differences
Well let's say one with a good chipset like the ESS9038 
The secret to a great amplifier...
Yes they improve the system.  Keep in mind fuses are also used inline for speaker/amp connects (no power only).  For those who are more budget minded the litlefuse 285 slow blow and 218 fast-blow are great options under $10 each.  
Next Best Upgrade for Tidal MQA?
Depending on your budget I would start with the following If you have not already done so -  Upgrade your coax connection from the DAC to your Preamp/component system.  You will be amazed at what an improvement in the sound you will get.   Pangea... 
Best speaker cable that compliments the Revel F228Be
I would recommend OCC Single Crystal copper cables.   
Thoughts on my speaker selection?
Based on your price point you may also look at used speakers.   
The most criminal practice in the speaker industry revealed!! Keep reading
Kenjit,   Your speaker manifesto seems very interesting. I am wondering if you are sincere or just being a troll. Since data seems most important to you, would you please provide details of your listening system?   What integrated components or s... 
The most criminal practice in the speaker industry revealed!! Keep reading
And there is no difference between a Yugo and a Porsche.  Beep Beep  
Sonus Faber Olympia III Nova 5
Wondering how you did with the Nova 5s?  Did you get them yet?    I just ordered a pair and will provide an update in a few weeks.   The pass labs are an excellent choice. I would highly recommend the PS Audio BHK  Amp and preamp.     Bill 
LittelFuses Series 285 AUDIO/MEDICAL Quality
Monty Python deductive reasoning for a Witch (or Fuses, Cables etc) We know this women is a witch because she looks like one.We know this women is a witch because she dresses like one.We know this women is a witch because she has a wart.We know th... 
LittelFuses Series 285 AUDIO/MEDICAL Quality
I am going to try another point of view. Follow me on this path to see where we end up. I believe we can all agree that not all speakers produce the same sound or perform the same way, correct? Yes. Why? They have the same fundamental components, ... 
LittelFuses Series 285 AUDIO/MEDICAL Quality
Georgehifi,I am sure you have strong beliefs on the subject and from your posts, it is worthless for you to pursue.  But if you don't mind can others discuss it?