mastering92

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anybody using upgraded power cords and ethernet cables for LS50 Wireless II?
Try a hospital-grade power cord and CAT 8 cables.You can look into why these are better. Don’t have to spend a lot of money...both can be had on amazon. 
Denafrips IRIS + Hi-Fi USB Card = Overkill?
No, not overkill.I did some research...although I have never heard about the Matrix Element (until now).USB ports on desktop computers are typically very noisy at the data-power level. Laptops - not as much, but noise generated from any internals ... 
Looking for recommendations cabling
Look into Belden, Mogami, and Canare. These 3 are basically the gold standard in most pro studios. They are both reliable and durable if you are constantly plugging/unplugging.Schitt Audio is another great brand for cables. Once again, made to spe... 
My System's Weakest Link - What Say You...
Wait a minute...or two.What weakest link? based on the details you’ve provided, it sounds to me like you have a superlative audio system.I don’t understand McIntosh haters either. You know what...It’s probably because they can’t afford it. Probabl... 
Emerald Physics history and model progression
Never heard of these. You can usually find measurements of gear online if you search hard enough. This will also give you a good understanding of the actual level of performance. When you say milestones, I’m assuming you’re talking about a flagshi... 
Best Sounding USB Cables?
Curious cables.Because you’re curious, your level of personal curiousity will influence the increase in performance. Quantum mechanics at the level of electrons has been unfounded by the uncertainty principle. Therefore, incremental boosts in perf... 
Who else is using old cables/interconnects, and is happy?
I've got some old RCAs that say JAPAN on them. I think it was made by Technics.  
Is louder better?
https://boomspeaker.com/noise-level-chart-db-level-chart/This is a solid resource I send to people.On previous forums, I've seen posters siting 90db or something crazy like that. Above all, go see an audiologist and have your hearing tested. I've ... 
Snake oil??
I actually read about the NPS 1260.The spelling mistakes....the lies about electrons moving very slowly and something about spin??? making them faster...and break in time of up to 60 hours? Overall, it sounds like it was written by someone who dro... 
Snake oil??
Why the heck does this annoying product keep popping up? lolThe price is too high. It must be snake oil.It’s supposed to be a contact enhancer. These are used when the contacts on 6.3mm adapters and other cables lose conductivity overtime. This us... 
AUDIOPHILE OR JUST CRAZY ?
@Geurds If you can remember, what was the first audio system that made you want to pursue Hi-Fi? What was so special about that system?Apply what you enjoy most about music to your current system(s). I will admit to owning accurate gear - and it’s... 
Incoming ... New Preamp
Sorry for your loss 😔😥On that topic, my Mother has kidney disease and a very low GFR. This means she's very close to being on dialysis permanently. My Grandfather just had a stroke last week, but thankfully he is now stable. I don't know you, but ... 
NPS-1260 Connection fluid
It’s supposedly a contact enhancer. These are used when cables (or 6.3mm adapters - or any mental surface with contacts) oxidizes and therfore loses some conductivity. When this happens you may not hear sound in one channel or the other. This prod... 
Stream laptop to system
Which stereo rig do you have? (make/model etc.)interesting ... 
Luxman m117 refurbish. Anyone know a shop near Charlotte, NC to rebuild Amp?
if it plays fine, why are you seeking to have it recapped etc.? 😕