daimbert

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Would like an opinion on hooking up PC to audio
I second ckrody suggestion about the squeezebox. There a nice review on a bolder unit in http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0206/midmonth/bolder_modified_slimdevices_squeezebox.htmThe reviewer does a very good job describing the benef... 
New Intel Mac-mini to external DAC
I have to second Ckorody on this one. I believe the Squeezebox modified would be the best bet. You cannot believe the difference it makes putting some quality parts inside that thing. Also it allows flexiblity in terms of storage and backing up. M... 
Any info on sqeezebox slim devices?
Wanted put in my 2 cent. I have to say that so far I am really loving my stock SB2. It may not compete with extremly high priced transports but it does a good job. I am going to be sending my SB2 for a full mod which should really change the sound... 
Listening Fatique- componet or speaker issue.
Nope...I don't know how to gauge spl level. To me on my Nad comfortable speech level would be about a little over a 3/8 of the way. Not half way quite a bit below. Hope that helps it's the best I can describe.BTW...I never experience the same effe... 
Listening Fatique- componet or speaker issue.
Higher than normal listening for me is above comfortable speech. 
Listening Fatique- componet or speaker issue.
My speaker cable are straightwire octava II bi-wireable. My interconnects are from my source to amp are analysis ovals (1 meter). I actually did change the amp/preamp jumpers with a spare straightwire my friend had lying aroung (it's 1 meter thoug... 
Listening Fatique- componet or speaker issue.
I didn't know a room can have that big of an effect. It's my bedroom/listening room (no choice). I had no carpets, just finish renovating (taking out plaster putting shetrock) and does have quite a bit of echo. I guess I've learned to live with it... 
Listening Fatique- componet or speaker issue.
I didn't know a room can have that big of an effect. It's my bedroom/listening room (no choice). I had no carpets, just finish renovating (taking out plaster putting shetrock) and does have quite a bit of echo. I guess I've learned to live with it... 
Will power conditioning really help?
Here's a question do I need a plain power conditioner or a conditioner with filters. My place so old I don't even know if we have common ground built into the building. 
Will power conditioning really help?
Wow thanks for the replies.BigJoe- I actually do not know what kind of sound/problem occur in relation to power.Only real reason I am considering this is mainly due to the building I live in. It's 95 years old in the bronx, NYC. Always have had po... 
iPod earbuds for exercise
Well I know that Nike makes a pair that are made for runners in mind. I cannot seem to remember the exact model number. I use them and it's great for what is made fore. They stay on and don't bother you while running. I use it in combination to th... 
Matching power at maximum rating for?
Thanks I was pretty sure that's the case. Oh well there goes another friend :) 
Speaker Placement Tips.
Thank you. Don't appreciate the smart ### remarks but thanks anyways. 
Hook up to computer or dvd player.
Not much. At most maybe 10'. 
Where to audition Totem, Epos NYC
I'll try again I guess. We all sometimes missread. Thanks.