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What is an excellent power cable?
Consider new outlets too. I have the standard 15 amp circuits in my living room . I upgraded the 2  outlets to Hubbell . When I replaced some outlets in other areas of the house , I noticed that the connectors were a cheaply made push in spring ( ... 
What are the best entry level integrated amps and speakers?
I wonder how the Outlaw would sound with a pair of Zu Omen Dirty Weekend’s and a set of Anti-Cables speaker cables  ?  
What is an excellent power cable?
Hi , I started with Pangea . Then I went to Silnote Poseidon’s, then on to Analysis Cables . I will be trying Maple Shades Power Cables next . Many manufacturers offer a 30 day trial period . Also allow for some breakin time . I can’t comment on t... 
New way for audiophiles to die!
Shouldn’t this post read “ He’s dead Jim “ now what do we do ? Man I was feeling all literal and the guys (hypothetical at that ) allready dead ! What a let down . I was hoping to read about an electrocution from a fuse installed backwards , or a ... 
best way to connect pc to dac
@audioengr , Steve thanks for the informative posts. I used to think it was just X’s and O’s also , but it’s not . It’s actually complex as you’ve shown . Your comments are very informative and extremely POLITE. I’ve parused your website and it’s ... 
Trouble in Fleetwood Mac.......
“ Don’t ask me what I think of you , I might not give the answer that you want me too “! I’m with Chayro , I saw - Rory Gallagher -  Fleetwood Mac - Deep Purple together . Also saw the “ Girls “ too . Lindsey came through here some time back on a ... 
Preamp under $2,000 used
Hi , why don’t you email your question to Don Sachs ? I currently have a Rogue RP-1, and wouldn’t recommend it . Modwright would be nice , but I would have a phone conversation with Mr. Sachs. Even if you don’t buy from him , you will get some sol... 
Norah Jones - Tidal vs. Hi Res ?
Is “ Properganda “ the non MQA version of “ Propaganda “? BTW , my Harley Road King goes “ Potato Potato ! And then I put non MQA , Andrews Cams in her and I now have Catsup on my potatoes ! Catsup is the non MQA version of Ketchup ! It’s a viscos... 
Inexpensive Tube Amps
Will afterthoughts to my post. Check places like , The Tube Store Parts Express , Madison Sound too. The DIY stuff is cool and at least gives you a better understanding of circuits. I was lucky to be in high school in the early seventies . I took ... 
Inexpensive Tube Amps
It’s so easy for people to look down upon audiophiles that are new or have a minimal budget . In the price range you listed , avoid circuit boards . Also get something that uses common tubes that you can keep for a better amp when you move on . Ge... 
speakers with balls
Interesting thread . I own Zu Omens, JBL 4312a’s that are pristine on Sound Anchor stands and Klipsch Heresy III’s . I love my Zu’s . I had a Modwright KWI 200 paired with the JBL’s and it was too dry . The JBL’s come to life with tubes at about 1... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
Hi , I’ve had the RP-1, for about 18 months . I changed the 2 tubes to medical grade Telefunkens and upgraded the power cord . I’m only running Tidal and a transport through a Schiit Yiggy . I am satisfied with its performance after upgrading the ... 
Question for tube aficionados
One word “ TELEFUNKEN “! I have NOS 12AU7’s ( E82CC, ECC82) in Telefunken , Tesla, Seimens , Mullard , RCA, Tungsram . They all are better than new stuff . They have distinct tonal differences . I use 5 different NOS rectifier tubes which raise or... 
John Prine
@rpeluso , thanks for sharing . What a talented man . Kinda like mixing John Denver and Woody Guthrie! BTW IRIS is the Bomb ! To those of you that are asking who/what , try what I do . I use Tidal and I am constantly clicking the similar artists t... 
MQA•Foolish New Algorithm? Vote!
Oh oh , I wanna play too . But I’m stuck in a world of SCHIIT ! I’m so butthurt that I’m going back to my Layfayette 8 Track recorder . Don’t get mad at each other guys . People on the sidelines that are limited to a couple G’s for a DAC need to l...