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How to configure a PC for outstanding Audio?
This could be an incredibly fruitful thread. Please continue with germane comments and re-emerge from childhood. Good Grief. 
Decoding Dolby digital on a PC?
I was not thinking about recording at this time. Just real time decoding that offers 2 channel analog output on my sound card. 5.1 channels will need to be 2 channel mixed down obviously. Recording, I must say, would be a lovely option and I assum... 
Clayton M200s and Single ended preamps
Experiments show that in my system the DM2-2RX as supplied by Clayton is vastly superior to the PI-2RX. Clayton mods the DM2 with superior RCAs, but that doesn't explain the difference. Those fluent in transformer theory should be able to study th... 
Best cable for short monoblock runs?
Very interesting Kijanki. Very. Mural: Al wrap for "the return"?? Do you mean negative side?Fascinating. 
Best cable for short monoblock runs?
99.9% -- I guess I was slightly off. lol I've been using 115 buck Signal's Ultras (7') and I'm not sure what to make of them. Not much break-in. Great bass and soundstaging. A little gritty, or revealing upstream problems? I have a new #24 12 - wi... 
Best cable for short monoblock runs?
What is the standard purity of most high-end copper? 99.9%, or better? 
Best cable for short monoblock runs?
Also, curious about copper purity. What is the high-end standard, 99.9% -- or better?Side note: 7 nines is the only way to get warmth out of silver. Anything less will be bright. Heard this? 
Best cable for short monoblock runs?
Stringreen: I've considered anti-cables and will have another look. Clio09: I've seen Grover mentioned frequently but I didn't know Decware offered cables. Mmmm...Mural: 3 mils ribbon. I assume the 12 gauge refers to total cross section in the rib... 
Which is the most tubelike solid state amp around
Disagree on Clayton. At least the S-40, which leans more toward neutrality with a touch of warmth. Certainly not tubey. I've not heard other Claytons. Dave 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
It sounds pretty good Pat, but there is quite a bit to be done. Sources, room treatment, subwoofer. Though these speakers have usable output down to 30 Hz, I want the infrasonics fleshed out. MDHoover uses a Rel with great success, but I'll probab... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Samson monoblock amps Amplifier
It utilizes bipolar transistors as output devices with a regulated power supply. 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
The Intuitive design Gamma Summit is the final and most advanced of the Summit series which consists of a 2 unit, granite clad system. The top is the 2-way speaker using a custom Israeli Morel 7" midbass, T-line loaded. The soft-dome tweeter's ide... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Samson monoblock amps Amplifier
Bill and Tony,Grace, fluidity, smoothness that is seemingly perfect in its creaminess. Vocals rendered with spatial character so tangible it's like a sonic MRI scan of the physiological structures that conspire to produce the net result. The sensi... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Samson monoblock amps Amplifier
In fits and bursts I've been formulating a review for my Samson Pair. I've read your review several times Bill and wonder if I can add anything substantive. Everything said here is absolutely true. I've had multiple commercial amps and various ite... 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
Clio, Could you expand upon "From my experience.."? Also, Why is a break-in CD recommended once a month? Regards, Dave