jonnyk

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Philips 963 firmware
The blackgate cost $23 (www.partsconnexion.com). The main thing I noticed was a tighter and deeper bass as well as a slightly expanded soundstage.Check avsforum.com for how to check what version of firmware you have running.Jonnyk 
Philips 963 firmware
Thanks for the info. Hope you can get the problems solved on your player. Other than the loud ticking noise in the transport, I'm relatively happy with this player. But if you haven't done so, the Blackgate Cap mod is really worth doing. It makes ... 
Comparing ProAc, Totem, Soliloquy, Tyler
You may want to have a listen to Focus Audio speakers, if you have any dealers near you. I've compared their bookshelf speakers (FS688) to others such as Soliloquy 5.0s(which I own), Totem Model 1's and Pro-Ac Tablette 50 Signatures. They sound aw... 
To Biwire or not to biwire
From Audiogoner's experiences, how have the single cables with a jumper (of a similar cable type) performed in comparison to the bi-wire (shotgun and internal)? 
Experience with Virtual Dynamics Audition line
I have the Audition IC, Digital IC and Speaker Cables and the P2 Power cords. I'm very happy with what they have done to my system. I've noticed a deeper soundstage and the music is very smooth. I can't say which one of these cables has made the b... 
Speakers to match this system....
If you're looking for a monitor speaker, consider the Soliloquy 5.0s. They mate well with the Audio refinement complete and Analysis plus SC's 
portishead, goldfrapp, looking for more ......
Esthero. Not as mature as Portishead, but has a very funky beat with pretty cool female vocals.