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Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
So you have used the Niagara 7000 in your system? ozzy  
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
Wow lalitk, Your the first person I have ever heard that did not find the Niagara 7000 impressive. Coloration? Huh? Definitely not my view...But, everyone has different components and its how it all interacts I guess. ozzy  
Magico A5 Burn-In Experiences?
I would think 250 hours would be a decent amount of time for break in with speakers. I listened to the A3’s and I also thought they were weak in the bass, but I was told it was because they have a tight bass. I guess it depends on what you like. ... 
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
charles1dad, The AudioQuest Niagara 7000 is a balanced power conditioner. That is; both AC legs check out to be 60 volts each. ozzy  
Audioquest Storm Series power cables
jayctoy, I'm not sure if plugging the power cord into a heater is much better than your audio system based on break in time.  ozzy  
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
gdnrbob, Funny that he compared the top of the line PS Audio P-20 unit to the second from the top AudioQuest. While the top of the line AudioQuest Niagara 7000 is similar in price to the PS P-20. Also, why was it necessary to use a 3 meter Hurri... 
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
If you can, try a Audioquest Niagara 7000, you will be impressed. ozzy  
SoundApproach does not honor its agreements
Sounds like everyone who works there is a Director of something. Probably 2-3 people run the whole operations. Thanks for making me aware of their poor customer service, I will avoid them. ozzy  
Audioquest Storm Series power cables
jayctoy, Read my thread about power cord break in. I was surprised. ozzy https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/power-cable-break-in-such-a-change https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/power-cable-break-in-such-a-change ozzy  
Power Cable Break In - Such a Change!
hubbman, Stay in this hobby long enough and the tweaking will get a hold of you. I think its fun, but I am retired now and have more time to fiddle. ozzy  
JL Audio CR-1 Crossover
hubbman, I had my Lumin X1 running direct to my tube amps. I now have the JL CR-1 Crossover in between calibrating my JL F-113 subs. Basically, I set my subs based on their mic and calibration process, then with the CR-1 I used it to find the be... 
Shunyata Sigma V2 vs Synergistic Research Atmosphere level 3
Well I tried a Shunyata Sigma V2 power cord in both iterations (NR & none) and I thought the dynamics were lacking compared to the Synergistic Research Galileo SX that I had at that time. But, I do like the Shunyata Sigma V2 interconnects. o... 
Power Cable Break In - Such a Change!
I don't know if bending a cable will affect its performance, but its probably not a good idea. ozzy  
Duelund/Mundorf Ultra Loudspeaker Purifiers
I just priced out the parts used in Duelund/Mundorf Ultra Loudspeaker Purifiers from the Parts Connection website, and just the parts would actually cost more than entire assembled unit costs! Audioman58 must be sourcing the parts at a discount in... 
Townshend Audio Podiums: The Full Review
When I placed my speakers on them, I then turned the knob enough so they were free to move, then I adjusted for level. But, you might contact Townshend via email, they respond pretty quickly. ozzy