ericsch

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OMG, just removed my speaker grills and the sound just opened up to a new level!
@roxy54 Same with Harbeth. 
OMG, just removed my speaker grills and the sound just opened up to a new level!
What about manufacturers that say their speakers are voiced with the grilles on. If true, taking the grilles off means what? 
End-Game RCM thoughts/advice
The Kirmuss looks like way to much work and time. 
Are aftermarket power cords required to be UL / CE approved?
@8th-note, I was going to give the kitchen fire example, but you did it perfectly.With regard to insuring audio equipment, that can vary from company to company. All you have to do is check the section titled ’Limits on Certain Property". Usually ... 
Are aftermarket power cords required to be UL / CE approved?
@rbstehno Sorry, I was in the property insurance claims industry for almost 40 years. Although HO policies do have certain exclusions, there is no exclusion for stupidity or carelessness. The average person hiring an electrician would not be well ... 
Are aftermarket power cords required to be UL / CE approved?
A fire is a fire and HO insurance will cover it. The only way they won't is if you lit the match and started the fire. If the power cord caused it, they will go after the manufacturer for reimbursement (subrogation).    
Turntable to phono stage preamp cables.
Silnote has some nice phono cables. 
Streaming
@p05129He said defacto standard in the "budget" category. 
Turntable Mats: Rubber, Felt or Cork.
When I had a P3-24, I replaced the felt mat with a Herbies Mat. Very nice inexpensive upgrade. 
Do any still use an older high end tuner from the past?....
I have two Accuphase T-101’s, they also sound terrific. 
Rega P10 v Complete rebuild Garrard 401!
Yes, prices are too high on every Skyfi ad I've seen. 
Innous Zen Mini MK 3
Jim,Thanks for your comments. 
Finally bought a new Turntable!
@audioguy85 I have to correct the typo in my earlier post. I run the gain with Hana SL at 56 and load at 500. 
Albums that you listen to straight through / start to finish whenever you put them on!
@hifier I just got Three Chords And The Truth. His best of the last few he has released. I have to play all 4 sides straight through. The vinyl is dead quiet. 
Once Were Brothers in theaters Friday, February 28th
The highlight was Van The Man.