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Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord?
In addition to the CPT 1800 I use 4 LessLoss Firewall 64X current conditioners.  One before the CPT 1800 and one each before the server, DAC and amplifier.  I have been very pleased with these additions. 
Duelund RCA interconnects...opinions
I purchased a 1m pair of Duelund 16 ga. unshielded RCA interconnects last year.  After 4 months of regular use I replaced them with a pair of LessLoss C-MARC interconnects.  In my system there was no comparison between the two. The noise floor of ... 
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup
After 5+ years with my Def IVs it’s time to look at alternatives to the stock footers that came with the speaker. I am looking for input as to replacement footers or stands you are using and the benefits that you realized from making the change. O... 
Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord?
PS – special apologies to our 220v guys who have waited a stupid amount of time for their units – and that goes for our Canadian Distributor as well… very special gifts for these people.Mark - Does this mean a 220V to 120V 1800 will be shipping to... 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
I have 3 of the AC cords waiting for me to install when I return from vacation. While I can't say I'm excited about a six week break in, I am excited to hear what they will sound like after break in is complete. 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
Short list over a long period of time.1969 - Zenith Stereo System1977 - Dahlquist DQ101998 - Merlin VSM2008 - Zu Definition Mk II2012 - Zu Definition Mk IV 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
Thanks for the update.  Now it's decision time. 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
cellcbern - Any update on the C-Marc power cord? 
EVS modded Gustard X20 DAC
To me, the Gustard X20 with Ric's level 1 and 2 mods was significantly better than the Auralac Vega in my system.  I sold the Vega and kept the X20. I would think the X20 Pro would be even better. 
EVS modded Gustard X20 DAC
I've had a Gustard X20 DAC with Ric's level 1 and 2 mods for about 6 months.  This DAC with Ric's mods is a true bargain. Very, very good transparency, resolution and sound staging. It plays music, not hi fi. With a quality source component this D... 
Moving From USA Overseas... Looking For Advice re: Electrical Service and Gear
I have lived overseas for the past 6 years and currently live in Southeast Asia. All my equipment is 120 Volts.  I use three 2500 Watt Diamond Series Voltage Transformers to step down from 230 to 120 volts. I have had no problems using these trans... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Mitch2,I decided on the CAD USB cable because Scott (Mr. CAD) also makes a high end DAC. To me that differentiated him from the other cable makers. He has skin in the game. A friend of mine is in the process of breaking in a CAD USB cable. He is g... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
I have been following this thread with great interest since it's inception. Today I finally pulled the trigger and ordered what will most likely be my last DAC. The final 3 candidates were DACs from Empirical Audio, Bricasti and Lampizator. Unfort... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Mitch2,My responses are out of synch with your questions because I am currently living/working in the Middle East so there is anywhere from a 9 to 12 hour time difference, so please bear with me. The Antipodes requires a hard wire Ethernet connect... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Mitch2,You are correct. The Antipodes DX rips CDs as uncompressed FLAC files. For existing files or new files ripped via another device you just copy and paste them to the Antipodes solid state drive via the network. It's all pretty straight forwa...