celtic66
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| Perfect match for ATC speakers +1 active ATC. Just do it and never look back. Roll past the pedantic active vs passive dialogue. ATC 19A will crush the ATC 11 (a very good transducer in its own right) and any power you will pair them with. At least seek out a pair of activ... | |
| Active VS Passive speakers and, specifically, Elac Navis ARB51 as the active speaker? +1 viethluu. And then analysis paralysis takes hold. This forum is already unforgiving enough, add no direction and it goes wonky fast. | |
| Importance of a power conditioners versus surge protector Do not believe so. The Furman would cloud the issue. I'm moving to a whole house circuit box protection for the serious spikes in my life. | |
| What is wrong with my system? Sugden LA-4 Class A preamp and different cabling. Just my humble opinion. The Sugden preamp is less bright and really really fast.Not a fan of Audioquest and yes I've owned plenty. Wire World Silver hybrid is more my taste. Hope you find your ... | |
| Importance of a power conditioners versus surge protector I can only speak to the Decware ZLC conditioner as I run one, my friend runs one and it is mystifyingly terrific on all levels. 25 week wait time....but worth the wait and money. Steve explains no surge protection. | |
| Decware Line Conditioner - Worth the wait? Worth the wait. Period. My ZLC replaced a Furman Elite 15i and outperformed it in every aspect. The noise floor dropped into the abyss. Everything became far more dynamic, separation improved and attack quickened. Purchased one for a friend a... | |
| Occult noise and the pulse of sanity Just low level motor hum amplified by the wood framing it is attached to. Nothing nefarious here. Simply annoying and readily remedied. | |
| Recommendation for Class-A integrated amp These are all solid choices. Regarding the Sudden $500 increase, don't know if it's justified or not, but my math is you will probably own a piece like that for 10 years. $500/10 years is $50 per year for what you may want.My philosophy. Best o... | |
| Surge protector or power conditioner? Decware ZLC conditioner eviscerated my Furman Elite 15i. 6 outlets, generous return policy and a much cleaner presentation. The six amps in my ATC speakers do not present in a current limited way. They remain quite dynamic. | |
| Preamp for ATCSCM40A ATC SCA 2 is a very good match for the ATC 40As. I’m a bit late to this found randomly discussion. That preamp I own, have run with my ATC 40As and it is quite good. Currently running a Sudgen Masterclass LA-4 which I like marginally better.The... | |
| Help selecting a power cord. I’ll add to the Cullen parade. These are quite good and the only PC cable I use throughout the system. Crossover ll is his top cable and has stripped down many a competitor. | |
| Do active speakers have high THD amplifiers? But, how does it taste. I watch some posters banter about the ingredients and then recipe for perfect sound conjuring up concrete conclusions. Fact is, one could gather the same ingredients for a dish and come up with a completely different resu... | |
| Clean AC power Some good recipes given. My pathway involves PPT "The Gate", OYAIDE SWO-XXX ULTIMO Wall Outlet Receptacle with carbon fiber wall plate, Patrick Cullen Crossover II power cords and Decware Zen Power Conditioner.This has all been quite effective lo... | |
| Isoacoustics overweight Twoleftears has correctly read and economically answered the OP question. Bravo for staying on track and providing a useful accurate response, sans hyperbole or off subject pontification. Refreshing. | |
| Why did you choose the components and speakers that are in your system? +1 Because they sound superb. But really, you are looking for direction.Gut punch dynamics, lightening attack, full soundstage, instrument/vocals separation, live performance without sounding clinical. Is that about right?IMO achieved only throu... |