jerrybj

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Tweaks you got rid of because they were not effective (enough)?
I have more tweaks than most.And have been berated for it.However, my enjoyment has increased in leaps and bounds...Some have worked well, with observable improvements.Others, no discernible difference. 
Any tweaks I'm missing?
No tweaks for 8 months.Been enjoying the music, as Millercarbon suggested.But, can I get a little more from my system?Have ordered some thin fo.q tape.Also some Black Ravioli Big Pads for my amp.Thinking of upgrading the power supply to my Macbook... 
Is there a magic formula for spending on components in a system
My main system; mostly used items except Dac and power cables:Amp 30%Speakers 25% DAC + Power Supply 25%Source 5%Interconnects 10%Power cables 5% 
Any tweaks I'm missing?
Taking a break from here is very therapeutic! 
TA-102 fo.Q Product from Japan "TRY These"
Just bought some.Eager to hear its effect. 
Basic anti vibration? Cones vs pods? Is there "good enough solution"?
I have experimented with a few isolation solutions.My first were squash balls. Cut in half and placed under equipment.Next I moved to sorbothane. Had been using shoe inserts to combat ankle and achilles issues for years, so knew of its ability.Bui... 
New Omega E Mat from Perfect Path Technologies
Don't be L7... 
Tidal Error Message
No, you cannot use it on two devices simultaneouslyShut Tidal down on the first device before using the second device.I can use two Macs and my phone. 
Tidal vs ATC
Bought my end-game speakers nearly two years ago.A huge step up from my Quad 11L.ATC SCM-19.Was at the limit of what I was permitted to buy.And couldn't be more impressed.No knowledge of Tidal, but those ATC engineers are onto something! 
High Fidelity Cables MC-0.5 Effect
I put mine in my power strip.Having read lots of comments decided that was the best place for it to go. 
Which is the best upgrade for the money for steaming from lap to through amp?
Have you considered a USB to S/PDIF converter?I use an old Macbook Pro, with Halide Bridge (USB to S/PDIF converter) to DAC.All in one cabling is an advantage for me.Also have an iFi USB Silencer.At work have a M2Tech Hiface2, which was recommende... 
Improvement over iBook as a front end
I use an old MacBook Pro as well.Run music through Audirvana.Halide Bridge USB to SPDIF converter to DAC.Updated my DAC 18 months ago to a heavily modified Beresford SEG.Coupled with a number of additions/tweaks, the MacBook is sounding good. I'm ... 
What country builds the best audio equipment?
United Kingdom 
Albums that you listen to straight through / start to finish whenever you put them on!
The Cure 'Faith' 
confused and don't know what to do
I have a two channel amp for movies, and they still sound fabulous!