lowrider57
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| Well mastered Compact Disks @kefas I know you're talking CDs but Carmen's albums sound outstanding on Qobuz. Check out the lack of compression. https://dr.loudness-war.info/?artist=Carmen+Gomes&album= | |
| Linlai E 6sn7 tubes You've got many hours ahead until the Linlai's are fully burned in, they'll go through changes during this period. This happens with any new tube. I installed mine yesterday and the highs were rolled off. Today they have extension and sound harsh. | |
| What should I expect after installing a new power management system? I failed to mention that the amp should use a heavier power cable (~ 10 gauge) than sources for unrestricted power delivery to the transformer and to keep the capacitors charged. | |
| What should I expect after installing a new power management system? I don’t think some posters realise the benefits of power conditioners. Amps should not be plugged into the majority of power conditioners, they will limit current. Low-current-draw components can experience vast improvements in SQ mainly by filter... | |
| 180g new vs. NM used I have all the albums on CD, 1st and early pressings from W. Germany. This is before CD plants were up and running in US. These have incredible sound quality; low noise, dynamic, spacious soundstaging some have a 3D image. I’m sure the mastering p... | |
| 180g new vs. NM used I prefer the LZ originals, although these remasters sound pretty darn good. I’m disappointed to find out the sources went straight to digital but there's a lot of wear on those tapes. Something that can be said for these remasters is the reversed... | |
| 180g new vs. NM used Speaking of Led Zeppelin: Avoid the LP reissues Jimmy Page did recently; in this case the source WAS digital. According to an interview with Jimmy Page, the original analogue tapes were used. Each was digitized and the mix and mastering were do... | |
| Do power supply units/cables make a difference in sound quality? I think the OP wanted confirmation that he wouldn't hear a difference when adding power supply treatment. His only interaction was with fellow non-believers. This thread was a waste of time. | |
| Who is your Favorite Historical Conductor? And throw Stokowski into the mix. | |
| 6922 Tube Question In addition there is also the E188CC/7308 that is said to be even more durable (in higher current circuits) than the E88CC/6922, but I'm too lazy to look up the spec's on all the, above mentioned, versions. The 6922 is considered a premium tub... | |
| Linlai E 6sn7 tubes @fredcdobbs I've been buying from Brent for years, and yes, he does make great recommendations. I've used every type of Sylvania 6SN7 except the metal base. Currently, I have WWII VT-231's and 6SN7GT 3-holes in my amp. The VT-231 is milspec an... | |
| Who is your Favorite Historical Conductor? Walter is my #1, in fact he’s one of my all-time favorite conductors. His interpretations are able to put me in a zen-like state, fully absorbing me in the music. Performances can be very emotional. I read that he would sometimes cry after a perfo... | |
| Installing dedicated 10 gauge lines The absolute most that you need (unless you have something most unusual) is 1 (one) 20 amp circuit. That requires 12ga with ground from your panel & a 20 amp breaker. Use a hospital grade outlet. From that single outlet use a 15 amp or 20 ... | |
| Do power supply units/cables make a difference in sound quality? +1 @helmholtzsoul A system's sound starts with the power supply of the various components. NOT with the wire from the AC outlets! RF noise from the AC outlets is a non-issue for any competently designed power supply. A system's sound starts w... | |
| Linlai E 6sn7 tubes There are so many variants of Sylvania 6SN7. Can you be more specific? Scroll down to see Sylvania's production through the years. And there are subgroups within these tube types. I use an assortment of Sylvania in my system. |