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Linear ATX Power Supply
Unfortunately I need a ps that conforms to the ATX spec. 
Linear ATX Power Supply
Thanks Runmeshaw.I also use a PC based server with good results and the linear ps is one of the final tweaks that I would like to make. Problem has been finding a clean solution that wouldn't look out of place in an audio room.I am concerned about... 
Linear ATX Power Supply
KijankiThanks for the response. You are correct that it would be difficult to fit a linear supply into a regular ATX supply case. I should have just asked if anyone knows of a linear ps solution for PC based system. No problem having the ps in an ... 
Linear ATX Power Supply
I assume that is a no.Since there doesn't appear to many companies offering this, the demand must not be there. Curious to know what others are doing for your pc based music servers? 
Could they sell a high-end amp without the fancy
Sorry for the double post. Thought my first one didn't make it through. 
Could they sell a high-end amp without the fancy
Taters,There is a company like you describe ... take a look at Blue Circle Audio. They manufacture a range of products including high end gear that can compete amongst the best. I don't know of many established manufacturers who will offer the lev... 
Could they sell a high-end amp without the fancy
You may want to check out Blue Circle audio - they manufacture a wide range including hi-end products that would certainly compete with the best. Gilbert Yeung has carved out a niche market with his custom designs. Cosmetics is never a priority, t... 
Why does better power = better sound?
I recently purchased a couple of Blue Circle SillyCone filters. They are a parallel filters which are plugged into any free outlet but their effectiveness is increased the closer they are to the equipment outlet. These filters are built into a sil... 
Ultimate Cables no more?
I can't comment about recent experiences with Carl, but I purchased a fair number of UC cables a couple of years ago for a HT setup and was pleased with the results. If I had to criticize, shipping was a little slowish, but have been happy with th... 
hybrid solid state amps
The Blue Circle 200 series are great hybrid amps. The BC202 would fit in your price range. I personally own the BC206 and BC208. The designer, Gilbert Yeung, is easy to work with and will customize the units to your preferences including their cos... 
Why no remote controlled discrete resistor volume?
Mitch2,Gilbert's VC is big and barely fits in my pre which is over 14" deep. He had to install a little cap on the end so that the end of the motor could stick out a little past the chassis. He may be able to make it a little shorter, but you woul... 
Why no remote controlled discrete resistor volume?
Blue Circle makes one as well. http://www.flickr.com/photos/17843311@N00/3768616815/in/set-72157619245521825/ 
Playback Designs MPS-5 - Measerments v. Sound
Can this upgrade be performed by the owner or does the unit have to be shipped back to the factory? 
dual volume controls?
I wanted a no compromise volume control but also wanted all the conveniences of a remote so I had Blue Circle build a custom motorized 47 point dual mono Shallco attenuator for my preamp.http://www.flickr.com/photos/17843311@N00/3768616815/in/set-... 
Windows Media Player
Paulsax,All the computer optimizations that cics describes will make a significant improvement for USB DACs.Reducing DPC latency, CPU freq, Vcore and using single channel memory made the greatest impact for me in refinement and detail.