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Distributed Bass Array configuration
It’s pretty funny actually when some worry about things like fuse and wire direction and others shrug off bass as suddenly and totally independent of direction unlike all the rest. 
Distributed Bass Array configuration
Some additional independent perspective on sub placement for music from a very experienced and knowledgeable source. For Optimum Sound, How Many Subs, and Where Do You Put ’Em? | News & Views | Ohm Speakers | Custom Audiophile Speakers for Mus... 
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
Good stuff. Thank you @atmasphere 
How much difference does a phono preamp really make?
It can make a huge difference. First fundamental step is make sure phono input specs match cart output specs ie the two are compatible. Then you are baselined optimally to assess any other differences from device to device, if it still matters eno... 
Why is science just a starting point and not an end point?
Science is a methodology that allows you to detect patterns in data. Once the patterns are validated and determined useful, then the science gets applied. Engineers trained to apply science to solve problems do that.  Then others benefit from the ... 
Distributed Bass Array configuration
+1 @audio-unionTotally true but look every obsessed audiophile must choose their obsessions and overlook certain truths to keep it all reeled in or go totally bonkers. Or do they? From the sound of things, perhaps not. 😉 
My Apologies to Miller Carbon
I would not leave just any SS amp on all the time. Warmup when possible more likely. It’s Likely to shorten lifespan in many cases if left on . There are exceptions. I leave my class d amps on 90% of the time because they do not consume much power... 
How many of you are digital only systems?
So funny anyone who’s been around knows what sounds good. No one technology has the market cornered. But seems everyone has their own personal bias. Why should anyone listen? Audiophiles can’t even agree on what good sound is. It’s all conjecture.... 
Feeling the Spirit!
Most of the old pop hits we listened to on a cheap radio back on those days are a revelation when remastered and played back now on a good modern hifi. Same true for most recordings from back in the first 10-15 years of hi fi 331/3 records. Qualit... 
Bookshelf/Small Speakers
I always think of Dynaudio as one of the gold standard brands.  Can never go wrong.   Unless the amp is not up to the task.  
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
That just means you haven’t found the right setup then or it’s perhaps just not for you. 
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
When I first heard my first Class D amp on my system it was a revelatory moment. Perhaps the biggest single change in sound ever. The sound changed completely leaving me totally disoriented at first. Totally different. Maybe that’s why some can’t ... 
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
Everyone is talking about Class D.  
Townshend Maximum Supertweeters
High frequencies add air.  That’s it.  Not body or weight.  
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
Yup me too. I’m on the D train. Technology always moves forward. FBOFW.