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What are you trying to tweak improve?
I might add that the brass Mapleshade heavyhats do not add too much weight, I usually use 2-3lbs on each component, and edges have been radiused to reduce change of scratching gear. 
What are you trying to tweak improve?
SolI never used to care too much for cones but recently tried the new Mapleshade brass cones and heavyhats and like them very much. There seems to be something to the theory that brass works best, since when using both cones and heavyhatsI get inc... 
Virtual Dynamics Recall
Of course I could run a PS Audio Juice bar or VD strip from another Ultimate Outlet for my front end gear and get the surge protection, but then the cost is close to buying used PS Audio P300 which would be better solution for front end gear. 
Virtual Dynamics Recall
SherodI think I read somewhere else where you had some Zu Mother AC cords, how do you like them compared to your VD Cords?As I told Gunbei recently I now have a small collection of VD cables, 2 Ref Cryo AC cords and 1 Signature Cryo IC will post s... 
Which Amp Would You Buy
I have to agree with Acuujim on Bel Canto Evo 200.2, seems to give best price/performance for solid state in this price range. May see some good deals on used ones soon sincenew BC eVo2 amp is now being sold. 
Outlet shoot out
I installed PS Audio Power Port in the wall (hubbell 8300)and got PS Audio Ultimate Outlet (high current) version which sets on the floor for my amp , got much more open/3D sound for my efforts. Hard to isolate what difference the the PS Audio wal... 
Weights for Tuning Enclosure Vibrations
Thanks for the info Albert......for the last 6-9 months or so I have been busy with headphone acquisitions, got Headroom Max amp plus Senn 600, Sony 3000, Grado 325 headphones.....time to get back to the main rig upgrading,I think my Bel Canto Dac... 
NEW Musical Fidelity DAC
Well sounds like the $1000-1500 DAC competition has some great contenders now like Bel Canto Dac 2, Perpetual P1/P3, Musical Fidelity A3 Dac. JerieGlad you found a good match for your system. BTW I like to read Sam Tellig also, but many people her... 
My New Bel Canto DAC 2
Yes, initial reactions are deceptive, definitely need 1-200 hrs to settle in. BTW what digital cable and AC cord are you using, any info about your system would be most helpful.Please keep us posted. 
Tone controls to get bass from small speakers?
Before you spend big bucks try putting some vibrapods between Spicas and stands, you will be amazed at the increase in bass response.If you try this with larger floor standing speakers it will often produce too much bass, but small two way monitor... 
News about Bel Canto Dac2 Release
GuyIs this your first BC Dac or did you own previous model? I see BC site now has limited info posted about Dac 2, would love to hear your impressions especially if you can compare to previous model. 
News about Bel Canto Dac2 Release
Yes if you have the Dac 1.1 now, you can upgrade to Dac 2 for $700. There was no mention what a new factory issue Dac 2 costs. Sounds like there are some in line ahead of us, although e-mail is not specific if those are upgrades or finished new fa... 
Absolute Power Cords? Any opinions?
OPPPS! Just saw what the new retail price is on Aero Capitole 24/192, out of my league. I will keep waiting for new Bel Canto update or check out more resaonable CDP with newest DAC technology, haven't gotten too serious yet. Another reason I like... 
Absolute Power Cords? Any opinions?
Hey GunbeiBeen off the cable "merry-go-round" for a while, just bought a Headroom Max headphone amp for my Senn 600's (sweet) and recently got a used Quantum Symphony Pro (power conditioner) here which I like.Still waiting for Bel Canto to release... 
Absolute Power Cords? Any opinions?
Well everyone has their own taste/preference as far as AC cords go and they can be very system dependent. I have tried many of the rave cords in the up to $300 price range and I prefer the Absolutes and sold all my other cords. I have tried other ...