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Amarra a worthy investment?
I experienced the same thing with Puremusic that you are with Amarra. Did the trial and wasn't impressed with the SQ difference it made. 
Adding Tone Controls?
Rlwainwright has suggested your best approach. 
Any Love for Audiolab?
I would have bought the MDAC if they're hadn't been such a backlog to buy it. Still curious. There was a buzz about the MDAC at other audio forums, not much here. I bought the W4S DAC2 instead, which is a fine piece, but it would be nice to hear t... 
Synergistic New Tesla Line...Any comments?
I have the Powercell 10SE mkII and have tried one of the Tesla power cords, so I follow this thread. Not surprising since we live in an ENTITLED society. Instead of taking action to improve ones situation, just complain complain … 11-20-12: Knghif... 
Purepower APS a reliable product?
I have dealt with Purepower and received good customer service from them. Have a 1050 and no problems with reliability. 
The Best Compliment You've Gotten On Your Rig?
Sitting there, my uncle said "It's like I'm at the Club." 
bi-wire vs jumpers
My speakers are tri-wire. Initially I used the stock jumpers with JW Audio Cryo Nova speaker cables, then replaced the stock jumpers with JW Audio jumpers. I'm happy with the results. 
Speakers for Bryston B135 integrated
I would ask this question at the Bryston forum at Audiocircle. James Tanner of Bryston is the moderator. 
Power Cords - Just Say Yes
Doug, when you describe some audiophiles using words like "cheap" and "cheapskates" you get my attention, since this pursuit is expensive and seldom cheap. Even an audiophile with a modest system has spent some considerable capital. I get your poi... 
I Take My Music Seriously
My background in music is playing drums off and on over the years. I played growing up in school bands and a neighborhood band. I take music very seriously. I take my music system seriously. My love for impactful music is very powerful. Listened t... 
Power Cords - Just Say Yes
I will simply say that being cheap holds back one's rig FAR more than most think. This is one of the reasons why I say, "The greatest impediment to building an audiophile system is the audiophile. 11-04-12: Douglas_schroeder"being cheap holds back... 
Donald Byrd
I love to see this thread about Donald Byrd. I love Donald Bryd. He is around my beginnings as a jazz lover when I started listening to WJZZ Detroit's jazz radio back in the 70's and early 80's. As Orpheus said, he has a lot of very different musi... 
Time of listening session?
I listen when I go home for lunch, and in the evening after work if the TV isn't being watched by the family, on weekends throughout the day, and sometimes with the TV sound turned down on sports or when I'm at my computer. 
Joule Electra VZN100 Thoughts
I'm sure they sound glorious! I have one of their preamps and love it! Have you talked to Steve Leckrone of the Service Department who handles service for Joule? I assume you have.Joule Electra website link below (bottom of page): Joule Electra Se... 
What is my weak est link...? Suggestions please.
Jeff1225, you are absolutely right! Apb689 is new here. This is his first post, and what happens when he asks for help? He gets harshly criticized by an audiophile because his post doesn't meet a certain standard of information that the experience...