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Aktiv Keltiks or Aktiv Espeks - Which are Better?
i failed to mention, if you audition Keltics, speaker placement is VERY critical....these are difficult speakers to set up...even an ince either way will impact the sound, and ultimatley the tune. Ive read from a veteran "linnie" that he preferred... 
Acoustical Solutions or Auralex LENRD bass traps
ive got a pr From Accoustical Solutions. great value, solid performance...looking to get another pr 
Louder Hum from amp and Thump, thump sound spkrs
if you shut off cdp, do you still have the thumping when powering down amps? if not the cdp is ok. is the overall sound/performance changed at all? i keep all my gear on at all times, i have a preamp and donte even put that into standby. unless th... 
Aktiv Keltiks or Aktiv Espeks - Which are Better?
i used to own activ kabers with 3 lk100s..i just loved them. just recently went nuts with upgrades, but i can say the espek is closer sounding to the kabers than keltics. When speaking to my dealer, he indicated that upgrading to espeks from kaber... 
what do you put under your sub?
shadorne, the cabinet does not resonate at all... im fairly certain the problems i have are placement/ room effects. simply need to keep trying new locations. 
what do you put under your sub?
WOW! a lot of great replies..thank you all. Ive got a Rel sub connected via high output connection with speakon neutrik connector to my linn chakra amps. its a 2 channel system. Rel subs come with spike to screw into the feet, but odly enough the ... 
Tweaks and upgrades that aren't gimmicks
a dedicated circuit (20amp). cery cost effective if you can do it yourself. If so, run at least 2..1 for source, 1 for power amp. immediately better...quiter, cleaner, blacker etc. 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
2002 M3 6 speed. steel grey metallic, black int. original owner 
EchoBuster products, Does anybody use them?
Vtl, amazing level of arrogance...how much did you pay for that? 
Acoustic TReatments - What, How much, & Where?
yes, ive used them on 2 occasions..one to custom make a panel to go over my door for soundproofing (apartment living, complaining neighbors)..they did a great job. most recently bought a pair of wallpanels and bass traps...going to get another pr ... 
Acoustic TReatments - What, How much, & Where?
CHECK OUT ACCOUSTICAL SOLUTIONS BEFORE YOU MAKE ANY DECISIONS.GREAT PRICES....ABSOLUTELY THE LOWEST AROUND FOR FABRIC COVERED WALL PANELS!!! 
I only need 1 more duplex receptacle
jim, forgive my ignorance...but im not quite sure i understand you regarding replacing a 2 gang outlet with a 4 gang..are you saying just "pigtail" off the one duplex to another? if so, would this alter the impact of a dedicated line? actually now... 
what can go under an LP12?
thank you both...i guess ill go with the nuance...has anyone used this under other linn gear, or any other gear? which component shows best results: cd player, preamp, amp? 
standing waves
audiopath, thanks for whats got to be the most detailed, and informative answer ive yet to get..ive asked this ? many other times... I already have the stereophile test cd..i have heard (specifically from Rel's owners manual) Not to use the spikes... 
Philadelphia area audio club?
palmyra, nj (right across tacony-palmyra bridge)