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Powering Infinity Prelude MTS
Did you know that the Infinity RABOS website has a calculator that computes the settings when you input the meter readings? The RABOS means that the distance from the back wall isn't critical. I recommend no toe-in. The listening position should m... 
Powering Infinity Prelude MTS
Agree these are very beautiful speakers. I drive mine with 12 watt Wavelength Cardinal 300B monoblocks, and haven't had voice-coil failure. I don't have them toed-in.For owners that have had problems, it's a shame that Harman Kardon doesn't provid... 
best sounding integrated for under 2500.00
Sim Audio I-5, if you want solid state. Cary SLI-80, if you want tubes. 
Best amplifier for Tannoy GRF Memory HE
Art Audio Jota HC, if you want SET sound and good bass. 
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Art Audio 
Parallel Capacitors-Theoretical Question
Thanks, Kirkus :) 
Parallel Capacitors-Theoretical Question
Kirkus, please elaborate on the statement that 6uF & 7uF caps together will be better than one 13uF. Isn't there a benefit to having two less solder joints in the filter? Thanks,Jay 
Parallel Capacitors-Theoretical Question
I gather that the results of adding bypass caps are unpredictable. Some reviewers (Auw Jimmy, Jon L. & Tony Gee) make the analogy of usng spices in cooking. They experiment until they hit upon a sound flavor they like. 
Parallel Capacitors-Theoretical Question
Since the engineers at Advent used a single 13uF cap, my guess is that they didn't want the high order harmonics. Using 6.2uF & 6.8uF would alter the harmonic structure somewhat; and using 12uF & 1uF would alter it more. I guess the choice... 
Parallel Capacitors-Theoretical Question
I believe it's better to go with 6uF + 7uF.Some cap makers have 6.2uF & 6.8uF values, e.g., ClarityCap MR (630V). 
Clarity MR caps for external crossover?
Thanks to all for your comments. After months of study, I have selected all parts for my crossover project. Decided to go with Clarity MR because of (IMHO) the price/value ratio, and because it's what Tannoy chose for its new flagship Kingdom Roya... 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Will someone please comment on the sound of the Duelund Black as compared to the Duelund Cast PIO Copper? Also,l what's the material difference between the two? 
Self-powered speakers: any good?
I believe there are reasons why this technical approach will yield only modest results. 
Do you leave your components on 24/7?
Solid state yes, tube no. 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Is there a third Dueland cap called 'Black'? If so, where can I find more information?Thanks.Jay