lowrider57

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Need a Record Brush. Got a recommendation?
Analog Relax, $79 at Amazon isn't a great deal of money when you consider what we spend on tweaks.It could also be a substitute for the expensive Milty which some say is unreliable.@slaw , what brush did you order? 
Clean Power without the drawbacks of Conditioning Filtering. Advice?
Agree with adding a high quality duplex. But take full advantage of this upgrade by installing a dedicated AC line. 
Getting close to giving up on CD's
If you own a high quality CD rig, there's a great reason to keep playing CDs. The price of original flat recordings on CD are dirt cheap. And they sound so much better than remasters.   The technology of CD playback has made it possible for Redboo... 
Setting up a system - What to buy WHEN?
Yes, start with speakers, yet at the same time keep in mind the type of amp you will pair with it. Try to audition and see what amp works well with each speaker.I disagree with the approach of buying components for the short term, then upgrading t... 
Clean Power without the drawbacks of Conditioning Filtering. Advice?
This thread has come a long way from advice for a quality power strip to now recommending $5K to $10K power stations.I wonder if the OP has tuned-out.Edit... According to the OP’s other thread, he is looking to power tube monoblocks. I would, howe... 
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
There was a thread a few years ago regarding aftermarket fuses and the possible dangers of using them. The subject was not about whether or not there is an audible difference vs. stock. Many of our resident experts participated and the result was ... 
Syncro-Mesh, Dynaco power supply combo+ digital cable
Interesting.I meant to add the biggest upgrade to my digital was not the reclocker, but finding that perfect SPDIF cable. The right design and synergy for my setup. 
Syncro-Mesh, Dynaco power supply combo+ digital cable
I looked at your other thread, the Jay's transport has been getting great buzz. It's true that controlling jitter is the goal in digital, but many components are able to achieve this w/o a reclocker. 
Syncro-Mesh, Dynaco power supply combo+ digital cable
The Empirical products are highly reviewed everywhere, and there are two different cables available.With that said, you have very fine gear and  should try it in your system before deciding if your digital needs an external reclocking device. The ... 
How to use pics hosted by Photobucket in posts?
Simply paste the link here making sure to have http:// included.IOW, don't paste a link starting with www. 
Syncro-Mesh, Dynaco power supply combo+ digital cable
What is the rest of your digital chain?Steve Nugent is a member here and although I dont have the Synchro-mesh in my system, everybody who owns one loves it. I do use a reclocker in my system and it really is an upgrade. I'm only posting to say if... 
Going to have a dedicated line installed- What should i know to ask for?
@french_fries ,You could do what I did and add a subpanel for your audio lines. The electrician tied into my house service panel and installed two dedicated 20A breakers, Romex, and 2 Hubbell duplexes which are grounded to the subpanel (not self-g... 
Clean Power without the drawbacks of Conditioning Filtering. Advice?
I thought the OP didn’t want any filtering or regeneration.  Although, the High Fidelity MC-6, Magnetic Conduction Power Distribution Block looks interesting for $999. No filters or capacitors. 
Is There a fix for CD Pin-holes (CD Rot)
@elizabeth , all good comments. The info on the website states that the shields are a film that adheres to the CD label, no adhesives. It’s as thin as plastic wrap for food. I tried Herbies CD mat and it got stuck inside my CDP, so I’m very cautio... 
Herbie's Audio Lab
Steve has retired (I think semi-retired). I recently contacted him via an old email address to ask a question and he stated that his son Robert has taken over the day-to-day business.They have a new, much improved website.I ordered a couple of ite...