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Snell E type ll crossover rebuild thoughts
Hey @crom - How did that end up sounding for you?  
Weird problem noticed last several playings...
If this was a tube or speaker issue it is rare they all fail at the same time. Swapping speakers, or tubes should help diagnose, but if the problem is systemic, it's possible the regulator on the PV 10 has failed, or one of the cascaded diodes has... 
Width of Stage
All pressings / recordings are not created equal.  Even CD's vary from release to release. Engineers juice the recording each time based on expected audience and their own mastering equipment.  
Wireless vs. USB
Hi Hickamore,Your question like other recent questions here depends very very much on specifics.  The generalities that USB in the mix is always better is not one I know how to view. I have no evidence that this is generally true or not.  There's ... 
Help with hearing problems
So, regular washing with body wash and the shower head should be done.  Also, maybe the problem isn't your ears but your sinuses.  I suggest a nasal rinse.  Be sure to use purified water (pharmacy sells them by the gallon) and not tap.  
Looking for Linear Power Supply for my Mytek Brooklyn DAC. Suggestions?
I like the Astron models. You need to make your own cable, but that’s pretty easy. https://amzn.to/2xZTJzo 
What Do You Think of This Device: Parasound Zphono-USB
The Parasound Z components are some of the most underrated I've ever come across.  Great sounding and performing. I have no experience with this particular unit though.  
Cheap starter system for kids
Look into the Parasound Z series of systems.  Really amazing performance in small packages.  
HT Pre/Pro 7.2 Upgrade???
Anthem is on sale right now. :)  
Instrument Flight Rules?
Hi OP,None of these tools are particularly good at diagnosing amp / speaker on/off problems, but assuming you had a working system might help you find a speaker not performing closely to another. I suggest you investigate a DC/AC analysis class fi... 
35 year old drivers need replaced?
mlsstl has not left anything out.  
Roon (Nucleus+) Dilemma
Hi OP,I looked around at the manuals, I'm afraid I could not find anything in it about creating/configuring network shares.  Looks like the Sony app is the only way to get to those files, and like you said, it seems you cannot simply restore the o... 
Instrument Flight Rules?
Hey Timothy,It may be better to try to help you by understanding what it is you are trying to achieve first.  What do you need this gear for? Best,E 
Roon (Nucleus+) Dilemma
In order for Roon to see any files from the Sony, the Hap-Z1ES must present these files to the network via a shared folder.  I'm not sure reading the description of the HAP if it has this capability or if it is capable if it has been configured pr... 
Snell E type ll crossover rebuild thoughts
The x-overs were built with premium parts. And a lot of electrolytics which are now aging. If it were me, I'd absolutely replace them with modern film or new bi-polars, but as I mentioned above, doing so can be tricky.