jim2714

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Center Channel Dialogue
I think understanding dialogue is a widespread problem, myself and my wife included. I settled on a Klipsch RP 504c. We have noticed a substantial increase in clarity. It is not matched with my mains but it doesn't seem to matter much.  
Suggestions for Phono Preamp
I use the Project Tube DS2. It sounds amazing. I would put it on your short list.  
Denafrips FPGA Firmware Update
I have owned the Pontus ll 12th for 2 weeks which was an upgrade from the Aries ll. I really like the increased detail that I was getting from the Pontus but I really missed the analogue sound of the Aries so I rolled back the software to 1.0 toda... 
Budget re-cabling
These are an incredible buy. I have them throughout my system. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KF2DPZM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1  
So Weird- No Stylus Contact Woofer Pumping with Hana ML and Elac PPA-2
@lewm If you look up VinylAttack on YT, you will see he has done a number of tests dealing with measuring static build up on vinyl using anti-static brushes and Zerostat guns. The videos may help to understand what is going on.  
So Weird- No Stylus Contact Woofer Pumping with Hana ML and Elac PPA-2
@mitchellco , I'm the one that suggested the dryer sheet. It was clear to me that the rubber mat was holding a static charge. The only question was how to dissipate it. I just pulled the dryer sheet out as one of many possible solutions. I'm glad ... 
So Weird- No Stylus Contact Woofer Pumping with Hana ML and Elac PPA-2
I wonder what would happen if you rub a dryer sheet over the rubber mat?