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| Length of speaker cables Don't forget to factor in the cost of longer power cords if you are moving your power amps close to your speakers. Going cheap on longer power cords could be a big mistake. In fact, going cheap on any power cords is a big mistake. | |
| What's going on with Synergistic Research fuses? FWIW, I found that installing SR Orange Fuses on my source components first provided the most notable improvement. As I worked my way down to the power amps, the sound continued to improve, but the biggest gains came from the source components. A ... | |
| Audio Rack Selection Check out Codia Acoustic Design. The top Diagon model is terriffic (and gorgeous.)Wall mount your turntable, and possibly your preamp, too.Put amps on floor near speakers as per suggestions of others,but consider Codia amp stands or other brands.L... | |
| Quality of outlet not directly powering equipment important? If at all possible, install 30A dedicated lines for your audio system. It may seem like overkill, but I noticed a significant lack of congestion when I installed a 30A capable power conditioner on my 30A dedicated line. Previously, I was using a p... | |
| Bret D'Agostino passed away I met Bret right at the end of the TAVES show in Toronto where I was very impressed with his stunning art deco looking amplifiers driving Totem Element speakers with complete control. He was a very personable and open guy with great plans for his ... | |
| Dumb question #643: should speaker cables last a lifetime? If you clean your cable ends (speaker and interconnects) once a year, you will probably feel less urgency to upgrade your cables. It will likely sound like a good component upgrade. Try CRC QD Contact Cleaner from Home Depot or Harbor Freight. Abo... | |
| Do equipment stands have an impact on electronics? The top model of the Codia rack line uses resonators on the bottom of each shelf. It is the BAB model. It is expensive, but I don't suppose they could charge so much if it wasn't really good. |