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XLR cables are picking up radio/TV hash...
If I'm not mistaken, there are small power wires that run vertically in the Quads. That's why they are electro-static speakers. I would think that this is where you antenna is.What to do about it, I have no idea. You need Quad experts.Good Luck,Mi... 
Is this the ultimate 2-way speaker design?
By the way Howard, let me know how your meet went. 
Is this the ultimate 2-way speaker design?
Thanks Howard,And when you get here, I will have your IC's and speaker cable ready for you. I figure it will give you time to hear some of the run of the mill stuff. LOLMichael 
Is this the ultimate 2-way speaker design?
Yep, they ugly at first.. But, after a while you really don't mind, and actually look good from the front on thier custom Sound Anchor stands. I assume that Karl designed that shape as an alternate to the "box". He also does not port his speakers.... 
Is this the ultimate 2-way speaker design?
Well I made the jump. I purchased the Karl Schuemann ulitmate monitors. Luckily, Karl lives in the same state as I and after a couple of e-mails, he came up my way for business. Much to my delight the trip agenda also included stopping at my house... 
Why so many Indras?
TGB, If you look at my Virtual System, you will see the Indra listed as one of my components.Best,Michael 
Why so many Indras?
Why so many Cardas. Everyone raves about them but no one seems to keep them. Same for a lot of other stuff. Who knows. Some are always looking. 
$800 Cartridge Shootout and Upgrade Path
Upgrade your phono cable to an Empress. After that improvement you may be able to judge better about the cartridge. 
More Liquid & Larger Stage Bal. Digital Cable ?
Empress Cables stands out as one of the finest cables on the market today. 
Wilson Benesch
Thanks guys for all your information. I am also looking atKarl E. Schuemann's Ultimate Monitor. No doubt, from what I have seen and read about Wilson and Schuemann they are both fine examples of craftsmanship and exemplary sound. 
Interconnect between VTL tube pre and Bryston amp
Empress. If you want the best buy an Indra.If you want the second best by an Empress 
Riddle me this: how is carbon a conductor?
Our IC's are not limited with regard to high resistance than what is normally expected from any IC cable manufacturer. 
Riddle me this: how is carbon a conductor?
TBG: Not applicable with the Empress. One customer ordered a 4 meter pair of XLR'sBest, Michael 
Riddle me this: how is carbon a conductor?
Excessive stress and movement in any power cord or wire device would eventually cause a fatigue condition and which would lead to a mechanical failure. If the transmission of either AC power or a signal of any kind is dependent on the the ability ... 
Riddle me this: how is carbon a conductor?
Footnote: My post above addresses using carbon in general. It is not directed toward any particular product or product line. Thanks,Michael