hilde45

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Why Do Cables Matter?
+1 for @snilf  for pointing out that "just listen" is, when stated so simplistically, a quixotic imperative. I would point out that some people claim that only listening for longer periods is effective at discovering subtle differences. One must t... 
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@mahgister Thank you for your kind words. Nice to see you back. You have a unique perspective and voice, and you have done experiments which most people have not even dreamed of! Imagination is such an important component to this hobby, and you ha... 
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It’s simply very difficult to gauge where someone is on their journey, or to explain in objective terms what you’re subjectively hearing...I suspect that’s one of the reasons people lean on measurements, which brings us back to the many variables... 
Cable differences -- power, interconnect, digital, and in what order?
@kennyc Thanks for your list. Because I have an Audience conditioner in the wall protecting my gear -- and it plugs in directly -- I have not yet been able to do an experiment with power cables at the wall. In my new room (which is done but I have... 
Cable differences -- power, interconnect, digital, and in what order?
@kennyc Thanks for your list. Because I have an Audience conditioner in the wall protecting my gear -- and it plugs in directly -- I have not yet been able to do an experiment with power cables at the wall. In my new room (which is done but I have... 
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People with experience and knowledge tend to write in a way that exhibits that. I've started many threads here, and when my OP was carefully worded, the responses would typically lead to a coherent and informative exchange of views. This does not ... 
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@mike_in_nc  I’m someone who thinks that room acoustics are > 50% of the sound and that boutique cables are way, way, way down on the list of things worth spending money on if good sound is your objective. Agree with you 100%. Many just eit... 
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@jeffseight What else have you tried and what did you find lacking, there?  
What does it take to be a die hard Beatles fan?
Yes, it was pretty cool to get an inside look at the prep for the famous rooftop concert. But it became tedious to listen to all the "bla bla" in the studio and the endless fiddling of non Beatles songs. I'm a huge Beatles' fan too and I totall... 
Cable differences -- power, interconnect, digital, and in what order?
@audphile1 Thanks for the further detail.  And I suppose it goes without saying that unless one has tried a very good cable for any of the above, one cannot really know what they're missing.  
Cable differences -- power, interconnect, digital, and in what order?
@audphile1 Thanks. I'm surprised you put cables affecting the source down at 4, 5 rather than higher.  
Cable differences -- power, interconnect, digital, and in what order?
Thanks, all. I appreciate learning from you.  
Monitor Stands - Made of Stone
@townshend-audio  should probably know that there are problems happening for good, patient people (as I know the OP is). I hope the Live Vibe works out well for you!  
Can a better power cable make a difference if NOT plugged directly into an outlet?
The way I see it, if you spend a bunch on cables it HAS to sound better right? That's effectively claiming that everyone is subject to the fallacy of sunk costs. I think that's false. Here's what I take as "true enough" on this issue: Becomin... 
Can a better power cable make a difference if NOT plugged directly into an outlet?
@lemonhaze Thanks for reaffirming. I'll take a look. When I see hyperbole or exaggeration, my hackles are raised so your additional credence is helpful. @recklesskelly Yes, "try it out" is good advice. It does not prevent confirmation bias, of co...