mitch2
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| Is an autoformer (AVC) always superior to pots and resistors ? That initial statement was intended to address the different volume attenuator options, as discussed in the OP. My current rig includes a passive resistive unit into an active buffer. The icOn 4PRO is a passive preamp based on Slagle autoformers... | |
| Is an autoformer (AVC) always superior to pots and resistors ? Like many things in this hobby, there does not seem to be a clear-cut performance hierarchy between TVCs, AVCs, volume pots, and discrete resistor switches/arrays. The reviews I have read of TVC and AVC offerings mostly paint them as nothing short... | |
| Is an autoformer (AVC) always superior to pots and resistors ? @atmasphere Hi Ralph, Not sure you noticed but the OP was asking about AVCs and not TVCs. I have read that AVCs have wider bandwidth, with less ringing, coloration, and smearing than TVCs. Here is more info about AVCs, and here is a review about... | |
| Network Acoustics Eno Streaming System vs SGC Optical Isolation System Splitting Hairs I will get this figured out someday. Right now, simple seems to sound best; starting with modem and router (both powered by HD Plex LPS), then 45 feet of CAT 8 to Bonn switch (powered by LPS) then Network Acoustics muon LAN cable ... | |
| Is an autoformer (AVC) always superior to pots and resistors ? @j_andrews - Nice work! I like the use of a stepped switch. Thanks for sharing. I wish I had the knowledge, then I would do a similar but balanced unit - very simple with one input and two parallel outputs. The main complication would be that I... | |
| Is an autoformer (AVC) always superior to pots and resistors ? I ended up purchasing the icOn 4PRO balanced unit, which has four Slagle autoformers (copper). It is supposed to arrive tomorrow and I look forward to trying it in my system, both as a stand-alone preamp and also as a volume control in front of my... | |
| New Mojo Mystique X Just a month or so ago, I moved the X SE into the rack in my main system but I am not ready to sell the EVO Pro just yet. IMO, they have similarities but also two different presentations, sort of like two siblings that obviously share the same li... | |
| Network Acoustics Eno Streaming System vs SGC Optical Isolation System @jerryg123 The GigaFOILv4–INLINE is the newest generation of the FOIL™ brand of Ethernet filters. Based on patented Fiber Optic Isolation Link (“FOIL”) technology, the GigaFOILv4–INLINE utilizes fiber optics and specially designed circuitry to ... | |
| Network Acoustics Eno Streaming System vs SGC Optical Isolation System It seems like a more expensive GigaFOILv4 | |
| Network Switches QSA Modified Gold Version Audiophile Network Switch - $5,400 "QSA has performed another sonic miracle with their Gold 2.5 G network switch. If you've experienced The QSA Fuses, or AC adapters, The sonic effect of the switch is similar to the Sil... | |
| Don’t buy used McCormack DNA 1990s amps So, to summarize, It is not unusual for 30+ year old amplifiers to have problems, that in the case of the McCormack Audio amplifiers could be related to boards, capacitors, and/or other things. The board issue affects the older DNA-0.5,1,2 se... | |
| Coaxials - Reality vs. Experience? Jenson 6 x 9 inch coaxials sounded awesome in my '68 Firebird back in the day! | |
| Whats playing on your system today? Jose' James - Lean on Me (a collection of Bill Withers work) Vanessa Fernandez - Use Me | |
| Any racks that use coasters/ wheels ? I wanna stack two Mono blocks but there is no rack that is sold with coasters. The rack is too small, etc. A wonderful market opportunity that no one takes an interest in. Not true. Take a look at my very first post responding to your question.... | |
| Don’t buy used McCormack DNA 1990s amps I suspect this is heading way deep into proprietary business issues. Since C-J acquired McCormack, it would seem that any notifications about the equipment would be the responsibility of C-J and likewise any sharing of equipment schematics would ... |