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Power Cord for DAC
I've always particularly liked Audience cords with digital...they hold value very well, so you can possibly use one a few years with no actual cost...I believe this applies to many used/not current model power cords...  
Can anyone hear the difference when you add REL subwoofers when playing two channel
a single REL S5/SHO immediately made a nice improvement to my large tower speakers...I added another a year later, and also an immediate benefit...I used a T/9i with Magnepans in a smaller room and also, immediate quite noticeable improvement...ha... 
Your sub experience: Easy or hard?
initial set up to sound good, was quick and easy...took some time to make fine adjustments, but not difficult, just listening and adjusting...then having a friend over so that one could listen while the other adjusted was a great help...all subs w... 
Digital Interconnects - Which one is the BEST ??!!
I can confirm that a "regular" RCA interconnect is not the same as an RCA terminated coax...though some work great as a digital cable and some don't...  
If you have a CD Player, you need to do this periodically...
I very much like the new Disc from Matthew Bond   
Many higher end preamps are dated and ugly, why is this?
I like the look of Schiit stuff, though certainly not "pretty"  
Best XLRs under $500 a pair
Cerious Graphene GE,  $350 a few years ago...I use a few pairs  
Onkyo has filed for bankruptcy
been using Onkyo receiver and CD changer in workshop for 20+ years, great stuff..I thought I read the audio business will remain...I always thought their stuff was good value, and mine have had great reliability...  
Are Tube Buffers for real or even worth it ?
I have an upgraded Zamp v3 , with a Schiit Saga with upgraded tube, and it sounds great and fun to play around with...  
Best audiophile earwax removal system?
go to the doctor first...not worth the risk... though you might end up with Debrox after a professional cleaning...  
DAC Upgrade Dilemma - PS Audio Digital Link III w/Cullen Mod to Direct Stream DAC vs
that DAC takes a long long time to break in  
Looking for an integrated amp to replace my Cayin A-50T
I have the Odyssey Cyclops Extreme SE Integrated and it's terrific...same amp I believe as the Odyssey Khartago...  
Seller Listing Pet Peeve
I believe they also show pictures of speakers, all with grills on...  
Jumper interaction with 3 way speaker
some recommend the main cables goes to the mid/high and the jumper to the bass...I prefer jumper to be identical to main, usually not an expensive purchase...(yes, i realize it can be)...  
Looking for a new (preowned OK) line stage under $5K: suggestions?
I just had my Classe Five fully refurbished/upgraded, and this accomplished much of what you are looking for...