kana813

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ultimate final word best cd set up
"Seeking world class #1 top of the line choice cd system?" Look at the Talk Electronics Thunder 3.1b. 
Need post-y2k OUT jazz recommendations
Crazy4blues- this list is a good place for the latest in jazz:http://www.jazzwithbobparlocha.com/top40/index.htmlIf you into live recordings check out: CHRIS POTTER QUARTETLift: Live at the Village Vanguard 
That nice, unforced, relaxed, easeful sound ??
Try a cup of Kava('Awa), makes you feel relaxed without dulling your senses. Unlike what Psychicanimal suggests, it's legal. 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
For those who own a machine which allows connection to an external clock, here are two other devises to look at:I Clock by MUTECBig Ben by Apogee 
Need help on power supply caps
Sean- I would agree especially with BGs you don't have to use the standard 2-3X the working voltage for the rated voltage on the cap. What's your feeling about bypassing the main power supply caps with a small film cap, and any recos on what brand... 
TacT2.2-A true Revolution?
"I just reviewed the Dodson for Stereotimes. While I have not heard the Meitner, those who have heard it and heard the 218 were far more impressed with the 218. That thing is a beast."Is the DAC in the 2.2X better than the 218? 
George Mark Audio - Overture DAC/Pre. Anyone?
"Kana813, you do have a point.However, Key Kim (the reviewer) bought the review sample. That is saying a lot."Gaudio_eek-Reviewers are offered special pricing and often purchase the review samples. Unfortunately, what Key didn't provide in his rev... 
George Mark Audio - Overture DAC/Pre. Anyone?
"Just read the favorable review in Stereo Times."Aren't all the reviews on ST favorable? 
Blue Train, SACD or DVD-A
I have the Classic Records DAD 24/96 version and it's excellent. If you're into JC, and can find a copy grab it. 
Virtual Dynamics Power Cords Master Series
Get some RG8 cable(25-50 cent/foot),neodymium magnets and build your own. 
Welborne Labs Gatekeeper AC Filter
The .47uf Auricaps should fit in a standard wall outlet. Youcan also install them inside your equipment. They're also an excellent replacement for the cheap prerectification linefilter caps found on most SMPS inside DVDPs and CDPs.Here's a source ... 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
Since your D1 seems to have a quality DAC and can take a digital input, why not use a quality Redbook transport for CDs and a separate DVD player? Have you tried runningthe digital output of the DV-50 into the D1?For the same money as the DV-50, y... 
Rives PARC or Tact 2.0 AA for room correction?
Funny, you never see any TacT reps hanging around these forums like Mr.Rives. 
sacd,vinyl, and rebook....
"A better question might be, (since this tread is about 'curious' RIAA numbers), is: How many of your SACDs were bought overseas?"jdaniel- This thread is about Phasecorrect' questions about the SACD format.I think - "sacd is a smoke and mirrors ht... 
Welborne Labs Gatekeeper AC Filter
I suggest you try putting some ferrites on your power cordsand the .47uf Auricaps recommended at: http://venhaus1.com/VH_Audio_Test.htmlon your AC outlets.