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A Big DIY Bang for Your Buck?
And now, for something completely different. I am building an ultrasonic record cleaner, having been given a rotted out ultrasonic cleaner from my dentist when he got a new one. Took off the two 80hz transducer discs and glued them onto a rectangu... 
Know of a "Dirt Cheap" tweak?
Glass microspheres are GREAT! I just used some to create a reflective area at the step coming up to the front door of my house. Also good for creating your own reflective street signs.Yours Aye 
Know of a "Dirt Cheap" tweak?
Would wrapping any cables with yellow Teflon plumber's tape have any effect? If so, why? I know its a strong dielectric. Does it shield cables near each other from interference. Haven't tried it, just wondering if anyone has. Yours Aye, 
Your opinions on how to string 25 ft speaker cables
Tis49:i am am using the white colored CL. 
Your opinions on how to string 25 ft speaker cables
Thank you all for your thoughts. I will twist, and shout back at ya.  
Your opinions on how to string 25 ft speaker cables
Thank you for your thoughts so far. However no one has answered the question. I am using the cables I have mentioned. I do not have rats, the question is, given the conditions I outlined, is it better to run them spiral around each other or separa... 
Your opinions on how to string 25 ft speaker cables
Kavakat1:Wow, this is so strange, I have the identical situation. No, really, Identical! 
Vandersteeen 2wq (or any sub) in small room
I have a 2wq with a pair of B&W 684’s which are in themselves light on the bass response. With it in the corner and close to the speakers, it made an incredible difference to the system. Try yours with one first, before you buy two. Bass is no... 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
Assuming these fuses do make a difference, I want to understand, why? Whats the technical explanation of what is happening?  
Help with MC Cartridge Recommendation to Swap from Ortofon 2M Black MM
And what will you be doing with the 2m black? 
Equipment Rack
Good People:I came across a fine piece of scholarly work from  an old Stereophile Magazine regarding the numbers of techniques for vibration control. Check this out. It is scholarly yet written for the layman to understand. I think it may give und... 
Any Vandersteen 7 Owners in SFO Bay Area ?
My wife and I go to Stereo  Unlimited in San Diego to listen to the sevens with the Vandy amps. Wow! Best in his store and that covers a lot of very high end equipment. His display pair is in what I believe is Ferrari red. Gorgeous. I know his sta... 
Know of a "Dirt Cheap" tweak?
Plus you get to spend time in the narrow confines under the house, where, I assure you, no one is going to come and bug you.  
Now it's subs
I strongly suggest you investigate Vandersteen 2WQ powered sub. It is unique in the way it blends with your speakers. I find it perfect with my B&W 684's Can't tell where one drops off and the other begins, and you can feel the vibrations down... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
There's a hole in daddy's arm where all the money goes.... Leo Kotke