mrderrick

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2-channel listening with a sub-woofer
I have CLS's and also use a single Depth sub. I've found that the best integration is achieved by running your mains full range and fleshing the bass in from the bottom. Getting the subs bass level set correctly is the biggest challenge. Most set ... 
power cord too short? what now?
Well, you could plug the CLS's cords into a P300. Then run a longer cord to the conditioner. (thats what I do) 
Fedex or UPS?
Its a crap shoot. FedEx over night has been the best for me. Had a 125 lb amp sent to me. FLS dlivered a skid of 250 lb speakers no problem. Contributing factors to damage are poor packing, how many times the item is handled before it arrives and ... 
Active cross-over recomendations
I second the Marchand line of products. I have the xm126 tube xover. It was first used with 3.6's for active bi-amping. Now I use it with my ML CLS's and ML Depth sub. They may not be pretty, but they are built to perform. Try to go tubed if at al... 
Audio's Most Enduring Products.
Original Martin Logan CLS's along with Atma Sphere M60's. 
Need some Suggestions on Best Digital Cable
I am using the Creative Cable Concept Silver Bullet between my scd777es and MSB Plat Plus. I have used the D60 and Orchid in the past. I found the Silver Bullet to be detailed, warm and rich. The D60 and Orchid are extremely detailed, but not as w... 
Good Amp/Preamp for "bright " Thiel 3.6 speakers ?
Sorry for my "short" post, I was short on time. I've owned a pair of SCS's, 2.2's and still listen to a pair of CS5i's. I used a ARC LS15 and Classe CA100 along with MIT 330 interconnects and MIT 750 speaker cables with great results Now I have a ... 
Good Amp/Preamp for "bright " Thiel 3.6 speakers ?
Audio Research tube pre, Classe SS amps and MIT interconnects/speaker cable. If at all possible, try NOT to toe the speakers in. 
Amp "pop" - need help
I have a Classe CA400 that would make a loud metallic snap/pop/click. I removed the top plate and refastened it. The noise went away. I figured that maybe the cover was expanding. I was right. 
glass fibre optic ST cable Question
I'll mention a few things here. I do not believe that single mode and multi mode fiber can be interchanged. Single mode is laser driven and multi mode is LED driven. Single mode is much smaller in diameter. Most of the "audio" fiber is terminated ... 
How to wake up a sleeping Genesis Digital Lens?
If you have the machined aluminum remote, the "mode" led must flash green. If the mode led flashes red, the remote will not work the lens functions. You need to press the mode button and the led should change to green. The remote has a dual functi... 
Heavy speaker shipment
Try FLS, they are an air freight carrier. They delvered a pair of 550 lbs speakers to me. I do not know if they will pickup. Good luck 
Anyone still excited about HDCD ?
Interesting thoughts all accross the board. Right now I am comparing playback between my Classe DAC1 and MSB Platinum Plus DAC. I been comparing HDCD discs on both DACs. Some sound better playing back through the HDCD Classe. Patricia Barbers Cafe... 
PS Audio power plants
At the very least, the front end should be on a power plant. 
How long is too long to wait for shipping?
A private sale, 2 weeks is extremely generous. Things can happen though. If a dealer had to order an item, it can be a very long wait!