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can we measure noise on power lines?
Check these links out:1.Entech Power Line Sniffer2. Discussion of use of Entech (scroll down to post #9 for start of useful discussion on the use of the device) 
Elevating subwoofer about two feet off the floor
I have my 2 JLs on Auralex subdude stands. They are inexpensive and work very well. Bass became more defined and propulsive.  
Wilson Sophia 1 vs vandersteen 2ce
Wilsons are polarizing and you certainly wont get any consensus opinion here.  While they may be better, they will also highlight any issues or deficiencies and consequently put you on the upgrade merry-go-round hence Jafant's suggestion above.  
Furutech vs Neotech gold plated schuko sound quality
Don't know about those two specific models but I have built a few pcs recently with Furutech, Oyaide and Neotech connectors and given the choice would go with Furutech or Oyaide. You  may want to look at Sonarquest as well. 
Old-school, and the quest for musical nirvana
Real music isn't neutral - the aim of most modern designs. 
Help! My system is very bright it hurts my ear
What cables are you using? 
Your not a serious audiophile I'd you have??????
Definitely not serious if you have more than 20 'audiophile' songs on regular rotation. When you go to your buddy's house you insist on playing only the same songs then you pause the music and discuss equipment for 3 hours or until you finally not... 
Preparing for Montreal Jazz Fest, who would you want to see live?
Why don’t you check out a few of the artists on Spotify/Tidal/Youtube to see who suites your taste? Personally, I wouldn’t miss Gregory Porter, Ceu, Stacey Kent, Chick Corea (w/Christian McBride and Brian Blade) and Lauren Hill for sure. Lauren ha... 
interconnect choice
It depends on what you are trying to achieve. Regardless, I suspect you can do better than those choices. I had the Harmonic Tech and felt it was bettered by the Mac Reference, Acoustic Revive Reference and Line single-core ICs and several others ... 
RIP Pfife Dawg. Rapper from legendary Rap group A Tribe Called Quest dies at 45
Love this FLOTUS pic  
Tube Amps vs Sanders ESL Amp for Electrostatics
I have not heard the ESL amp but have heard the Magtech amp driving Maggies on quite a few occasions and I think that it’s quite impressive. Several of my buddies with more experience are of the same opinion. BUT, sound quality is a personal consi... 
Has anyone heard the new North American products preamp and amp?
Hey Roger, I am very fascinated by the discussion so far and is in agreement with the consensus that proof of the claim is in the listening. Is it fair to speculate that this technology could soon be available as a separate device to be placed bef... 
Best Rock Album of 2015
Listened to Gary Clarke jr latest 'The Story of Sonny Boy Slim' and it's more consistent mix of influences than his first album.  
Your picks of mediocre or lousy vocals with great musicians!
Who's the OP? Tater? Totally disagree with the entire theme of the thread. Inferior vocals compared by whose standard? Would Louis Armstrong be considered Inferior?  Kate Bush? Joe Cocker? Is it inferior or different? Or is it just personal prefer... 
Modern Jazz (as in recent) Music Suggestions
I have these on heavy rotation lately -John Scofield - Überjam DeuxKenny Garrett - Seeds from the UndergroundStanton Moore - ConversationsJoey Defrancesco et al - Organ-Ized: An All-Star Tribute To The Hammond B3 Organ