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| My New Magnepan 1.7i's sound dull and lifeless on the top end...why? That sounds like unusual behavior for pair of speakers - especially for those.Try to use an equalizer (component) sound field processor, or the equalizer app on a smartphone/laptop. If you are able to correct the anomalies, then your speakers have... | |
| Speaker Cables? why all the hype for expensive speaker wire? lol | |
| Can a power surge cause amp to clip? OP,I believe the next step would be to email a repair specialist in your area. Calling them first and explaining the problem will get them interested in working for your benefit.In the follow up email, include a high resolution picture of the inte... | |
| WHAT SONG TOUCHES YOUR HEART THE MOST? Shania Twain - You've Got A Way When you connect with a woman on an emotional level/mutual understanding and respect, that is one one the most beautiful things in the world.Speaking of divorces - always get a prenuptial agreement! Else your system... | |
| So how much do you think the placebo effect impacts our listening preferences? When you buy an headphone if you mod it, damp it, anyway possible the difference between before and after are relatively big sometimes NEVER colossal... Because you are stuck with the acoustical properties of the shell chosen by the designer... ... | |
| Speaker Cables? why all the hype for expensive speaker wire? I bought a Hi-Fi shelf system. Only 500 bucks. It came with speaker cable that was exposed copper/ccaw on either end. It works. The system sounds great. If upgrading to mytical creatures cable made all the difference and vastly improved the sound ... | |
| PD-Creative OP, Whether it matters or not is like asking if a new (larger) intake valve would improve the power output of a car engine. Higher quality internal components in general are going to lead to better objective performance. There is a reason why mega... | |
| Choosing and buying headphones I've heard those 3 headphones before. I will say that each one is unique in terms of sound. If you are spending good money (whatever that amount is) to you, then you may want to audition the headphones in question at a shop before you buy. I can't... | |
| Audirvana doesn't sync up with Itunes This might be useful: https://help.nativedsd.com/en/articles/2598636-how-to-play-dsd-in-itunes-using-audirvana | |
| stream flac files? One of my friends has the same set up. I would say it's impressive...a little warm-sounding, but I prefer brighter sound. | |
| Can a power surge cause amp to clip? A power surge can potentially damage an amplifier. The first thing you want to do is check the fuse(s) inside. Technically, fuses in audio gear (specifically) can last forever, but when accepting any kind of interference, they may take the "hit" ... | |
| PD-Creative I have not. However, if you are changing power supplies; you should know that they are not exactly the same and and will influence overall performance. With regards to power transformers- those will all do the same job. However, some will outperfo... | |
| Amp recommendations for Hifiman HE1000 V2 The Topping A90 is neutral but has a touch of warmth. It's a fantastic amp. Any headphone can perceivably benefit from amplification. (Regardless of impedance) | |
| Jackie McLean Swing, Swang, Swinging XRCD 24bit To really put your system to the test, play some Maki Ishii tracks. Tons of detail and glorious imaging. | |
| So how much do you think the placebo effect impacts our listening preferences? I actually own the Focal Utopia headphones. I have to tell you - you are paying for beryllium (a very toxic metal) to be properly implemented inside a headphone. Why? Performance characteristics. Focal and TAD both use beryllium; getting it right ... |