jdombrow

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Are silver cables best for my system????
Cardas interconnects might be the right touch. 
Isolation Devices, Something to put on top of unit
You can also apply Dynamat to the inside of the covers (and other parts of the unit) to deaden the panels. It works extremely well (better than something on top). It can be purchased at Car Audio shops. 
Transport/Dac 101
Since you already have a DAC, you should look for a stand-alone transport that just spins the disc and sends a digital signal to an out board DAC (such as yours). There are 74 transport listed here at Audiogon right now, many of which are in your ... 
Room Acoustics Corner Problems
There's a big difference between "taming a little high frequency splash" and building bass traps for the corners. Most of the experts and manufacturer's promote the use of fiberglass for room treatments. It is inexpensive and it works. It's quite ... 
Room Acoustics Corner Problems
Why not take the opportunity to straddle both corners with bass traps. There are numerous recipes and ideas out there, but I think if you use some thick (3"-4") rigid fiberglass panels (2' wide) across each corner, and maybe some additional fiberg... 
Whose sorry now? Sellers remorse from selling amp.
Boa2: Did you ever try the 300B amps? I currently have a pair of Wright 3.5 amps, and have considered trying a 300B amp (for the additional wattage). Any thoughts or suggestions?JD 
Do you protect your hearing?
A bit off topic, but the other day I was next to a very loud Harley Davidson motorcycle and the driver was wearing ear plugs. Why not just get a quiter exhaust? The rest of us would certainly appreciate it. 
Preamp for Wright 3.5 Mono's
Yes, I've had both the Wright preamp and a Bent Audio passive TVC. It's been a while since I updated my system. I'm now using a Foreplay II that has been modified and tweaked, and it sounds superb. Most claim that the new Foreplay III is even bett... 
Preamp for Wright 3.5 Mono's
Bottlehead Foreplay III 
Where do you find new music?
Find out if "World Cafe" is broadcast in your area (on public radio). It's a great show that promotes a lot of new music (mostly what I would consider adult-oriented rock or adult alternative). 
Locking RCAs are stuck
Wrap a rubber band around both parts and twist them gently with a pliers. And, I think Herman may be correct about the reverse threading. 
Your "DREAM" piece
A pair of Edgarhorns. 
Reimer Wind River GSs
I haven't heard the bigger models, but I have a pair of Reimer McCullough that I have been VERY happy with for years. They are great speakers, but they don't put much effort into marketing (except for the east coast dealer who has been running ads... 
fuller sound at lower volumes
I think you should look for speakers that fit your need. 
Are you/or do you want involvement in a audio club
I have a few "audio friends" here in Colorado Springs, but no club. I think it would be interesting to find more people involved in the hobby.