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| Power Cords Snake Oil ?? In the search for decent power cords (I've heard substantial differences), I've restricted myself to the under $200 U.S. cords (new or used or DIY), but I sure wouldn't be keeping any cord, or any piece of equipment, for that matter, for its "look... | |
| Best upgrade for my system? The new Panasonic digital receiver, (SA 45 I believe or something similar is the model designation) seems to be all the rage at Audioasylum, selling on the street at around $300 I think. There are reports there of guys selling $8000 pre-pros and r... | |
| Ground loop, cheater plugs, power cords, many ques I own two Cardas Goldens, one which is in original condition, the other I've defeated the ground on simply by ripping out the ground prong on the male plug. I went this way simply because that cord is heatshrinked at both ends, but many are not, a... | |
| What is the best AC receptacle on the market? As Lak says, the receptacle is always a factor. You should also take into consideration, though, that the receptacles in the PS Audio should be replaced, and probably the Richard Gray (I'm assuming that's what RGPC is-hope I'm not wrong). If you d... | |
| Cables - Where to begin? For PC's, at right around the $100 mark you can build a 5 ft. DIY cord using JPS in-wall cable, with Marinco connectors (8215 male I believe is the # and 320 IEC). This power cord will stand up well against very pricey company; those I have recomm... | |
| Review: Grungebuster CD Mat Herbie's Audio Lab Tweak I just discovered why I had a problem with the grungebuster with a very small number of discs and would like to point out that it is in no way a fault of the mat and that nobody else is likely to experience this.Was doing some more tweaking to my ... | |
| Review: Grungebuster CD Mat Herbie's Audio Lab Tweak I just discovered why I had a problem with the grungebuster with a very small number of discs and would like to point out that it is in no way a fault of the mat and that nobody else is likely to experience this.Was doing some more tweaking to my ... | |
| What is the best AC receptacle on the market? My opinion is that a tight grip is important, but not necessarily the major factor in a receptacle's performance. In my experience, for example, the Pass & Seymours have a very strong grip, stronger in fact than the Hubbell 5262's and 5362's t... | |
| Audiodharma cooker You might want to post this in the cable section at Audioasylum as Alan Kafton spends a bit of time there, or you could e-mail him directly with his address from the Audioexcellence web site. He is an excellent guy to deal with and I'm sure would ... | |
| Benefits of power conditioning The cryoed Hubbells are a truly outstanding receptacle; I have 4 in use (and 1 not in use!) in my system. My advice would be to stick with a receptacle that does not have plated power contacts, ie. either Albert Porter's 8300's or Alan Kafton's (A... | |
| Benefits of power conditioning Your dealer is incorrect. If you want to check out some very affordable conditioning, order a Quantum Electroclear for $40. It is a serious bang for the buck and and can be used with either you digital front end or integrated and can also be used ... | |
| Review: Porter Port AC Outlet Customized Hubbell 8300 Tweak Hi Zaikesman: I believe it was me that offered to send you an Arrow Hart 8200 I had kicking around. In any event, what I was getting at in my post with respect to the cumulative effect, and specifically now that I know how your system is configure... | |
| Review: Porter Port AC Outlet Customized Hubbell 8300 Tweak Zaikesman: Although I make use of fairly extensive power conditioning in my system, I have done no electrical upgrades or dedicated lines in my house. With respect to placebo, if you are running your entire system off one receptacle, it may (just ... | |
| Telarc recording quality For the most part, I like the Telarcs that I have, but they tend toward the clinical in my opinion and lack the PRAT that, for example, the Audioquests in my collection have in spades. I would tend to agree with Brouser that they can sound a bit u... | |
| Review: Porter Port AC Outlet Customized Hubbell 8300 Tweak Hi Larry: Actually, I got a bit lucky; I ended up phoning a few places locally (London, Ontario) that do metal heat treating, and Bayson Heat Treating had just recently acquired a cryo unit. As I was somewhat familiar with the process, I made sure... |