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| Which inexpensive speaker cables... I can't remember the model number but I had good results in an HT setup using lower end bulk Audioquest cables. I terminated them with some decent quality spades/bananas from Parts Express. | |
| Enjoying the Original Music Streaming Format - Analog FM Stereo The DJ's on some of the local stations still spin some vinyl, pops. clicks and all. | |
| Does You Subwoofer Settings ?? I find myself tweaking my sub settings frequently. I don't use any measuring devices or room calibration, just adjust by ear. Annoying, but ultimately satisfying. | |
| Warm sounding phono cartridge The "warmest" sounding cartridges that I have used have been Grados. The midrange presentation on a Grado is like syrup. I don't currently use a Grado because my speakers are a bit laid back and need cartridges with a bit more high end emphasis. | |
| Audiophiles and De-cluttering -- your journey toward both psychic and sonic improvement My main methods of decluttering: 1. If it isn't plugged in and doing something, sell it, pass it to a family member, donate it. 2. I have finite space to store LP's and listen to my turntable about two hours a month. I find out of necessity that... | |
| All-in-One units for retiring audiophile & music lovers in 2025, say what? My newest idea of an all in one is resto-modding an old Capehart console stereo from the 70's. | |
| Chet Baker vs. Miles Davis Chet Baker, to me, was a pleasant crooner a good trumpet player. On the other hand, I believe Miles Davis was a musical pioneer who evolved with and at times defined what jazz was to become. | |
| Integrated Amplifier Recommendations Needed If you want great synergy, also consider an Arcam SA 20 or the newer A 25. Arcams tend to be slightly laid back which works well with the more forward sounding JBL's. There's also a lot of digital inputs and a MM phono stage. | |
| Any regrets in selling gear? I bought a Sony TA-4650 V FET Amp for $27 and sold it for $150. I needed the money at the time, but what an amazing sounding amp. | |
| Reliability - what’s your experience been? My worst experience was a Denon DN 720P music streamer. I believe it was their first around 2012. After 5 years, they would not provide firmware updates for installed music platforms or the internet radio. On the other hand, I have a Velodyne SPL ... | |
| The Allure of Vintage Audio Gear I've been in the audio sphere for over 50 years. I have equipment that is vintage, used and modern. The only vintage equipment that engages me are turntables. What I like about many, slightly elevated quality, vintage TT's is that they are freque... | |
| Using a power strip in an old home that was build back in 1955 I also live in a 1955 era house. Same lack of grounding. My grounding issue was so bad, you could feel low current levels on the metal faceplates of components. My attempt at a solution was successful. I bought a $200 or so Panamax surge protect... | |
| YouTube Indicates What the Future is For Audiophiles - Interesting Demographics. I'm guessing the demographics of audiophiles can be further filtered down to affluent old white dudes. | |
| The Rapid Rise (& Fall) of the CD The discussion of physical media in a world of streaming is not new. While I stream music, most of the time, my favorite streaming service is broadcast FM Stereo, played through a decent analog tuner with a good antenna. | |
| Are all streamers the same? I was one of those people who pre-ordered a Wiim Ultra streamer. When it arrived, I did an A/B against my ancient PC hooked to the USB of the amp's onboard DAC (I do have a USB jitter filter). I couldn't hear the difference because I was so pissed... |