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Modwright PS 9.0 and 9.9 Power Supply Rectifiier Tubes
Thanks cellcbern....just saw this thread.  I've been using the GEC U52 in my PS 9.9 with the best results of all the above mentioned rectifiers....coincidentally this evening I just ordered the Shophia Aqua 274B.  Looking forward to getting it Sat... 
Interested in Members' Experiences with Rectifier Tube Rolling in Modwright PS 9.0 and 9.9
Hi all,Better late than never.  I've run all the above in my Modwright Oppo PS9.9 and recently have been using the GEC U52.  It is superb with great detail, great bass, layering, separation and a huge soundstage....it also adds some body and weigh... 
A New Ground -- Benefits of introducing the Synergistic Research Active Ground Block SE
Hello all,Maybe a bit late to the party but thought I'd chime in...many thanks to folkfreak as your suggestion to run the Active Block SE into the spur that's being used to run all my front end gear thru the PowerCell 12....I,  like 68pete origina... 
Subwoofer bass issue
Wondering if its a Verve thing as it occurs slightly in simple Red Book format on Live in Paris track 'S Wonderful. On 196hz Hi Res download of Turn up the Quiet, track I'm Coffessin it occurs slightly right at the beginning and on Moonglow at app... 
Subwoofer bass issue
Modwright Oppo CD player and a Lumin A1 Streamer with Kenneth Lau Silver Edition Power Supply.... 
Subwoofer bass issue
Interesting....hadn't thought of or tried rotating and fire along the long wall vs aiming towards listening position....I'll give that a try.  I am using a combination of 6" and 4" GIK Absorption panels on side walls at first and second reflective... 
Timbernation Platform Problems
In the past 12 months I have purchased a 4 shelf "custom" stand as well as 5 individual platforms....never had an issue.  Well made, well finished and packaged very well for shipping which is included in the price.   I would not hesitate to order ... 
Vibration isolation
Thanks Ted,Very happy former AQ customer here.  Love your cables.  I have Level 4 SC on order with David Weinhart as well as Black box and UEF Panels.  MIG 2.0's are performing great under my PowerCell12....I'll get with David on the MiG's.  Thank... 
Vibration isolation
Thanks hifiman! I'm just shocked that the simple, reasonably priced Herbies seem to deliver a soundstage with more body, warmth and musicality than the roller bearing designs.  Wondering if perhaps they extract too much detail from an already deta... 
Vibration isolation
Thanks, one product at a time under one component at a time....I originally had Herbies under everything....first components I worked to upgrade were the monoblocks using Iso Pods....they did an incredible job, especially bringing out some bass th... 
List of most important
Highly recommend Jim Smiths' book DVD combo "Getting Better Sound"Made a huge difference in my room.Enjoy the music 
This is pretty funny and probably true for most of us
LMFAO!  Fits perfectly.  I always start stupid low but end up coming clean eventually......she came with me to THE SHOW in Newport....completely yanked my covers.   I still find it more prudent to "seek forgiveness rather than permission".  She ha... 
Modding Synergistic Research MPC to Galileo status
I had Michael do his MPC V2 Mod to a pair of 5m Elemental Tungstens.  It really opened up the soundstage, much quieter background with unbelievable micro dynamics, tighter imaging and control which overall made for a more realistic, musical presen... 
I should have never ....
I've owned several brand named hi end speaker and 3 years ago, due to a move and room restrictions I purchased a pair of SF Cremona Auditor M stand mounts and was absolutely stunned how well they performed.  I paired them with 2 REL G2 subs and dr... 
Modding Synergistic Research MPC to Galileo status
Hi Michael,Would definitely like to pursue this V2 MPC upgrade on my two year lod pair of SR Elemental Tungsten interconnects(5M)  Can you please respond with your contact info?ThanksPat