herman

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Short Out Plugs
I read an article in Audio Amateur about potting circuits that the type of silicone that comes in caulking tubes is corrosive. According to this article, the vinegar smell comes from acetic acid. I'm no chemist, but I would find out before putting... 
Harvey Rosenberg R.I.P.
I encourage you to pick up a copy of the July/August "Listener" and read his article where he talks about a friend's recent brush with death. It is ironic that he was the one to pass. In part, he offers "Life is too short. Don't waste your time wi... 
AMPLIFIED MUSIC: AM I LIMITED TO SOLID S
Glen, If I had rated any of these posts, I would have given you positive points for the Bose 901 idea. Audiophile they are not, but if the goal is to play at a high volume with low distortion, and you are not worried as much about imaging or tonal... 
Jazz Review: Miles Davis
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your insights with us. Although I own one or several copies of most of these recordings, your added perspective to the works of this genius is most welcome. I have printed a copy of your post to add t... 
AMPLIFIED MUSIC: AM I LIMITED TO SOLID S
Sorry for the abuse you have received. There are those in these forums that find it humorous to make fun of those they consider to be less enlightened.In answer to your question, to play this kind of music to realistic levels requires a lot of pow... 
Crossover questions
Check out the article by Harvey "Gizmo" Rosenberg in the August Listener about electronic crossovers and hooking speakers directly to your amps. Not exactly what you are talking about but an interesting approach that I intend to try. He also has a... 
"Load" end of IC s, which direction?
The amp is the load for the preamp, so they are designed to have the load end hooked up to the amp.