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mapman

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How many of you are digital only systems?
BEl Canto c5i in my second system is all digital. Inputs include analog phono, FM tuner and a variety of others.In my main system, I covert all records to digital on my music server when played and stream them from there moving forward. If I could... 
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
SO the one thing that should be gained rather simply with multiple subs no matter what is that each sub now has to work less hard to provide the proper bass level and as Duke alluded to in that original post as provided by Tvad, that alone should ... 
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
https://ohmspeaker.com/news/for-optimum-sound-how-many-subs-and-where-do-you-put-em/ One other thing. I know audiokinesis is big on speaker dispersion patterns and how that affects the sound. Seems to me that benefits of a bass array is not the... 
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
I thought the Ohm blog article I linked to by John Strohbeen above was interesting. Something of a different take on optimizing sub placement for audio as opposed to home theater with more of a focus on timing of the sound waves from the subs rela... 
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
You can of course do it with a test signal like white noise and a meter. That’s how I did it with 1 sub. Learned you can’t just trust your ears in this case to get it right. More subs and more controls means more complexity. That’s when automation... 
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
If it were me going through the time and expense of trying to setup multiple subs I would likely use a minidsp device to do it properly.  
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
https://ohmspeaker.com/news/for-optimum-sound-how-many-subs-and-where-do-you-put-em/More info fwiw.  
Different amplifier class for different music genres?
If it can’t play all music great it ain’t so great.  
What process did you use to integrate multiple subwoofers for 2 channel listening?
Search audioKinesis posts and you will likely find the info you need.The key I seem to recall is to have the subs in the right locations to randomize the bass waves to provide a smoother response throughout the room. Might be harder with 3 versus ... 
tweaks that impress the unsuspecting
Question: Anyone ever compare SubDude sub isolator with IsoAcoustics Iso-200Sub Subwoofer Isolation Stand? They both are about the same price and with my wooden floor I need help with my SVS PC-2000! OR maybe just some cork blocks under a solid pa... 
Raven Blackhawk LE... am I going to be disappointed?
Have never heard that I know of but  looks like a very good deal and more good power never hurts. 
Average Price Spent for Speakers
Ha, sure, you too Ebm.  Can my Ohms stand up to Magico?   Tough challenge! 
Average Price Spent for Speakers
Well if you are ever in Dc/Maryland area you would be more than welcome to stop by and give a listen. BTW nice moniker!  I just picked up King Crimson concert tics for DC in  the fall yesterday.  Never seen them live so jacked for that.  
Is there a point of diminished returns with amps and Harbeth 30.1s?
There is always a point of diminishing return on spending more for pretty much anything. For those speakers.you probably hit it for most once you get past $5k for an amp I would estimate. 
Actual Lead Time on Tekton Speakers
It always comes down to is a company operating in the best interests of you the customer or not. If they are, at minimum apologies will be offered for broken promises and they will always strive to provide timely accurate information when asked.  ...