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| PERFECT 10w x 18d x 9h room, any good? The ceiling being 2x length is a problem.Enter 'room mode calculator' in google.Rooms have multiple resonant modes. Generally, they are2-wall.....3-wall and 4-wall. Each is less important than the one before it. The 'ideal' (from a math standpoint... | |
| Should a dac run hot?? Consttraveler, 1 MINOR correction....Agreed....warm yes / hot no.BUT While it IS true that 'The amount of heat generated is directly related to the electrical efficiency of the device.;it is ALSO true that the gross power input is also a factor.So... | |
| What's the bottom line on Oppo 980 for CD playback Thanks for the encouragement! That is the plan....1 channel of 840 input from the 981 and the other channel from my computer, playing FLAC files, which I spend an hour a day compiling....at least until I am done burning my CD collection and anythi... | |
| Non-current limiting power conditioners The only amp I can confirm likes huge current to be available was my old Carver M400t, the (in)famous cube. It would dim the lights on VERY loud (and or) bass hungry passages. For an amp of 'only' 200x2, it has a quick blow 15amp fuse.Other amps w... | |
| Non-current limiting power conditioners I use a Panamax, don't 'member model, but it is near-top of the line and even has an isolation transformer for lo-draw items. There are a brace of hi-current outlets. That being said, my amp was stifled thru it. Plugging even my modest Rotel RB107... | |
| What's the bottom line on Oppo 980 for CD playback Does owning the 981 count for this discussion? I use that NOW for video only...and the odd JPG picture disk.I bought a Very decent RB player...the CA 840c for music only duties.....I will eventually want to try one of the CA's digital inputs to se... | |
| What fits well with Magnepans? I use a PS Audio GCC250 to great effect. Effortless power and huge dynamics. My Maggies are the 1.6s....and formerly a pair of MG-1s which I had for over 20 years.....I am not an equipment changing guy.Bryston is supposed to be good.I tried a Krel... | |
| Best EL-34 Amps? The design / execution matters more than the tube used.Good and bad designs exist with all outputs and topologies. | |
| Why no Room Tuning Questions? My room is so oddly shaped that I don't think I have any/few bass problems. I mainly want to treat the 1st reflection points and BETWEEN my Maggies. I think that will help imaging / staging. My intent is to make 4"x2'x4' and hang them 2" from wall... | |
| Best Integrated Amp for Maggies MG12 The 'conventional' wisdom is that an amp should double up into 4ohms and that 'mo better, when it comes to power.As a long term Maggie owner, there is a certain truth there.But, you need to evaluate your needs as well. If you listen at hi levels, ... | |
| Why the Distain For the Rotel RB-1080 Power Amp? I had an RB1070 for maybe....8 months w/Maggie 1.6s Not a real good match. The Rotel wasn't really happy driving 4ohms, though it NEVER ran warm, even in my poorly ventilated enclosure. The replacement PS Audio ICE integrated is a real improvement... | |
| Help mismatch maybe? Speaker wire to tame harsh highs?Hi capacitance will roll off highs nicely. | |
| LCD TV - Are they reliable ? I believe in 'infant mortality'....that electronics are far more likely to break during 'break in' than later.Most stuff has a very hi MTBF and is reliable. I therefore NEVER buy an extended warranty, knowing that it is likely to break during warr... | |
| Passive subwoofer...huh??? Google 'plate amp' and have fun with your new DIY project! | |
| fuses - the $39 ones or the 85 cent ones Tbg, Please be more specific: What part of my 'theory' doesn't conform to reality? I don't recall presenting a theory. Please keep in mind that I was NOT advocating a Faraday Cage for home use and indeed am completely aware of there limits and imp... |