develyn50

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Protect cork floors from speaker stand spikes
Sorry, I should have searched the forum first. A lot of information. This thread can be deleted. 
has anyone tried PS Audio perfect wave duo
For what it's worth, I've used both "Itunes" and "Play" software on a Mac. I couldn't detect a difference. I use both toslink and usb connnections. I also cannot tell a difference switching between the two. I use Wireworld Ultraviolet High Perform... 
Why manufactures donĀ“t burn in their amps and ...
I am a newbie wanna be audiophile so......Personally, I don't believe that a power cord will make a detectable difference. I've never been able to detect one anyway. I've also never been to a hifi shop that has told me a different power cord will ... 
JL Audio f112 or f113 sub?
I've also been told exactly what Soundsbeyondspecs advised. I would start with one f112. If that works,great! If not, buy another f112 as budget permits. 
Synergy
I'm glad there were some responses to the question as it has made it much more clear to me.Thank you! 
Reel to Reel for play back
I've actually never listened to a reel to reel. Someone I know has CCR,James Brown,Chicago,Santana,Joe Cocker,Led Zeppelin III,Mitch Ryder,Aretha Franklin on factory recorded reels. He would sell them for $50. 
Reel to Reel for play back
Curious. How much do original used prerecorded tapes cost? i.e.-Led Zeppelin, Jim Brown, Santana, etc. 
Harbeth HL5 vs Magnepan 1.6qr Who wins??
Fin1bxn,Higher price doesn't always mean better speakers. I think Magnepan's aren't $5,000 because they don't have the expense of the cabinets. If Maggies came in high quality wood cabinets they just might cost $5,000. 
Harbeth HL5 vs Magnepan 1.6qr Who wins??
I own the Magnepan's and have been interested in the Harbeth's. I have not heard them as I have no dealer close by. 
New USB and Toslink cables
Cables not yet broken in. At this time I don't think I can tell a difference. I'll post again after another 100 hours of break in. 
USB DACs with 24/192 via USB
Bel Canto offers a 24/96 USB Link $495. I use the Bel Canto Dac3 vis USB and plan on adding the 24/96 Link when I start using higher resolution recordings. 
What should I upgrade?
Thanks again to everyone!OK so I did what is the cheapest, I moved the setup to my family room (14x18)in the basement (carpet, 8ft ceiling tiles, paneling walls). I didn't rearrange anything as didn't want to do that until I heard a test. OMG! It'... 
What should I upgrade?
I have one more question.What about bi-amping? Could I use the s300 for one speaker and purchase an additional s300 for the other speaker? Would this setup provide any significant benefits? 
What should I upgrade?
Al, thank you for the detailed follow-up. I'll give your suggestions a try.PS. Thank you to everyone else who contributed. 
What should I upgrade?
Al,1. 8-12 ft.2. 3-5 ft.3. 5-6 ft.4. 4-5 ft.Thanks!PS. The input has been awesome! Sure is nice to have such an informed helpful community to rely on.