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Benefit of shielded ac wire? Any downside?
@teo_audio and Miller carbon. I'm speaking of the in wall wiring. Would like to be further informed. I understand? Wire acts as an antenna and thought?  10 gauge shielded wire from the breaker box to the receptacle would be a good idea. Thirsty fo... 
Benefit of shielded ac wire? Any downside?
@oldhvymec. Tmi :) 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
Or Music Technologies? 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
@jnehma1.  Why not forward your gear to Teo Audio ? As a result of this conversation you're sure to get good service - and we will look forward to hearing about it :) 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
@teo-audio. Your comments are appreciated as genuine and realistic. We all realize Rolex watches are make with some expensive parts and gold - but don't keep better time than, -- dare I say Timex ? :)  And those Rolex also state they require clean... 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
Great to hear the good response from Bill Thalmann at Music Technology !  He did great work for me at reasonable cost. I'm going to give him a call today to say hi, let him know the great feedback he has, and discuss possibilities in some of my ge... 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
@oldheavymec. B--s. You misspeak and criticize w/o knowledge :(   silly 
Amp repair cost — is this right?
@ Noromance. I've faced similar ridiculous quotes. In Canada we call them hosers- they'll hose you for whatever they can get :)  Always get 3 estimates, and I talk the issue before having anyone come by for an actual quote. If a tradesman/contract... 
What are Your Favorite and Most hated Record Manufacturers
While I'm on the record subject the arm of my Goldmine Studietto, bought in late 80's, is not tracking properly so can't be used. My good Thorens SME, lent to a handicapped friend, perished ( as did he sadly) in a fire - caused by a faulty electri... 
What are Your Favorite and Most hated Record Manufacturers
Deutsche Grammophon records have given me great pleasure for classical music for over 50 years. Problems do not come to mind when I think of them, rather  quality and expectation of decent sound and likely performance :)   Then again, I've also be... 
What's Next??
Tida? Qobuz 
Classical, Spanish & South American Guitar Jewels
Just enjoyed "Latin American Guitar Music by Barrios and Ponce" played by John Williams on SonyClassical SBK 47669 (AAD). Originally recorded in 1978. 
Your most indispensable "tweak"?
I like  sandthemall  basic suggestion. Dedicated 10 gauge wire (shielded) and hospital grade outlets.  
Have speakers really improved within the last 20 years??
You should register for philosophy 101 with a young uneducated class. You would probably enjoy the bafflegab. Silly. 
Audio tips for rewiring old home
For your listening room use shielded cable. I would go 1 gauge heavier than 12.