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Quantum Science Audio Thread
@1971gto455ho,I agree. 
Speaker magnets
JBL still uses Alnico 5DG magnets in their top of the line speakers. See the link below.http://www.audioheritage.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?33557-1501al-2 
Change the Power Voltage
I agree 100% with fiesta75. 
Total System Gain Question
@pragmasi,+1 
Noise floors
I agree with barts.100% 
Audiophile Loudness Wars—Too Much again!?
@jbhiller, Here a list, of five preamps that have gain control adjustments. Audible illusions, Rogue audio, Decware, Parasound, PS audio.http://www.audibleillusions.com/products/l3-line-stage-preamplifier/http://www.rogueaudio.com/Products_RH5.htm... 
Using step up / down transformers?
@cleeds, Remember: Volts/amps.Maybe this will help.P = I x EP = Watts, Volt-amps.I = Current, Amps.E = Voltage.Will a 240V 1500 watt space heater connected to a 240V source produce more heat than a 120V 1500 watt space heater connected to a 120V s... 
Using step up / down transformers?
@sns, ''IMO, amps should be on their own dedicated 10 gauge ac line, nothing else on that line.''I agree 1000%.  
Using step up / down transformers?
@cleeds, Sorry I was not clear:I know the power goes through multiple transformers as part of the electric grid's distribution system before it reaches the transformer in my neighborhood. I know my audio equipment has transformers. I meant by addi... 
Using step up / down transformers?
@sns, I agree any transformers on the main AC power lines feeding your audio equipment will degrade sound quality. That is the reason why I run all my audio gear on 240 volts. I have 4 dedicated audio circuits in my audio room. Two of those circui... 
Amp keeps shutting off
@oedstrom11,I agree 100%, with advice from georgehifi. Send it back for service. 
Dagostino hd momentum, is lack of rubes a problem?
Yes. 
JBL L-300 Summit Are they still any good?
@iconicaudio,You might want to check out the Lansing HERITAGE site you will get more info on all things, JBL and ALTEC. Yes, they are good. Mikehttp://www.audioheritage.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?28611-JBL-4435-by-Guido= 
Best sub for music,
@jheppe815,Hi, I run the JBL B460's with a Crown studio reference 1 amp which runs on a dedicated 240 volt 30 amp circuit. IMHO: The Crown  studio reference 1 amp is the best sounding amp Crown makes. All the power you will ever need in a home hi... 
Best sub for music,
I agree with poster jheppe815 on the JBL subs. I use two JBL B460 18'' subwoofers crossed over @ 50 Hz from the mains. It's eargasmic!