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UPS for Music Server
@cleeds ,Yes, you have.I had to send my N100 back to Aurender because one of the drives corrupted.$180 bucks.Not terrible. But, I could have done it myself if I had the ability to reinstall the software.Bob 
Atmasphere mp1 mk3.3 with phono
I think you should PM Audiogon member Pstores. He has a lot of firsthand info on Atma's.Of course, calling Ralph(-Atmasphere) directly would provide the most accurate info.When I had Ralph build my MP-1, I had them install V Caps (as per Pstores a... 
Considering A SS amplifier
@decooney .You have made some very good points.B 
How many people wish they could maintain and/or service/modify their own tube equipment?
I, like you, have no idea of what would need to be fixed, so I send all my tube stuff (and SS stuff) to Ralph Karsten at Atma-Sphere.He knows his stuff and his recent work of finding the source of a buzz was priced so low, I can't believe it was w... 
Considering A SS amplifier
@neonknight , 8 meters is a long run and might be the cause of your issues.In your case, I would recommend some Audioquest speaker cables with DBS. Used Rocket 88, Rockefeller, or GO-4 isn't too expensive (relatively) and you might just score some... 
Power Conditioner: Isotek, Audioquest or other?
@OP,The best way to minimize damage from surges is to put a whole house protector at the main box. They aren't expensive and the hook up (by and experienced electrician) shouldn't be much either. These surge protectors are sacrificial, but at leas... 
Amp Section for New Pair of Magenpan 3.7i
@OP,To PM someone, just go to home page.Click on the explore tab dropdown and click on member lookup to the right.Enter Audioconnection and Viola!B 
BIC Venturi fans?
I owned the Soundspan 600 speakers.They were pretty good, too.B 
I need advice for power cords
@beatify,I concur. And, welcome to Audiogon.Bob 
Aurender N100 software update, now Aurender Media Manager is incompatible!
@OP,I would cut Aurender some slack. Given streaming music is relatively new and the software has to work on Mac and PC, sometimes things get screwed up.I remember a Microsoft update that messed up networked PC's communicating with each other that... 
Aurender N100 software update, now Aurender Media Manager is incompatible!
Well, there is always Bluesound...B 
Help me understand John Coltrane .... seriously.
@oregonpapa ,I am inclined to agree with you. Sometimes, complete immersion yields a greater understanding.But,Sometimes the dissonant/discordant sounds force me to flee the room or switch to Mozart.B 
Power Conditioner: Isotek, Audioquest or other?
@tuberist,Here is a link between PS Audio and AQ: https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/audioquest-niagara-5000-ps-audio-p20-directstream-power-plant/ For the money, it seems AQ is the way to go.Bob 
Aurender N100 software update, now Aurender Media Manager is incompatible!
I can understand the frustration.My N100 did the same thing after an 'upgrade'. I had to send it back for diagnosis- one of the drives was corrupted. I cost $180, but it works.I haven't done the upgrade yet, so I don't know if it is the culprit, b... 
Who are your favorite A'gon posters?
@yogiboy ,+1I'll add:AudioconnectionTomic601Douglas SchroederJea48Eric Squires.Bob