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MFSL cd's vs. Redbook cd's
I always gave the DCC gold discs a slight edge over MFSL. 
MFSL cd's vs. Redbook cd's
1. Most MSFL gold CDs are redbook CDs (excluding newer SACDs of course). I believe they've all been re-mastered. MFSL produced aluminum CDs as well as gold CDs.2. There have been 2 MFSLs, the original and the current one owned by Music Direct in C... 
Digital Cable Like Yamamura : Laidback, Smooth
My favorite digital cable is the Kubala Sosna Emotion, XLR 1.5m. You should give one a try if possible, might be what you're looking for. 
Gabriel Gold IC's are they really this good?
Thanks Philjolet,I'm looking forward to the new offerings. I was concerned that something negative had happened. 
Gabriel Gold IC's are they really this good?
The Gabriels have dropped from sight. No ads recently. Nothing for sale. Anyone know what's happening? 
How do you listen to your music?
I usually have a specific song or CD in mind when I sit down to listen and go from there. I never have a listening session planned with all the titles ready to go.I'm not suggesting it's a bad idea or that there's something wrong with people who d... 
Why Rhodium?
Mooglie,I agree that nickel probably has no place in audiophile cabling. On an interesting note I found that the elements name is derived from the German word nickel, which means "Old Nick", a name for the devil. I think in this application he's m... 
Why Rhodium?
Interesting discussion so far.Here's an experiment I tried several weeks ago, although it's not specifically about Rhodium it is related to the conversation. I've been using an Acrolink 6N-P4039 PC terminated with Oyaide P-004 & C-004 on my am... 
CD Cases
Are we talking digipack or mini-lp?With mini-lps I always put new CDs in a tyvek sleeve which fits inside the mini-lp jacket and protects the CD nicely. I like mini-lps because they save space.Protecting the CD from scratches is especially importa... 
HDCD recommendations??
One thing I've noticed lately is that not all HDCDs are labeled. I've got several that light up the HDCD light on my DAC but aren't labeled as HDCD anywhere I can see. I like the HDCDs as well and this is frustrating.Some of my favorites are the B... 
CD Repair?
I've also seen some serious commercial CD polishing machines.Doesn't make sense for most of us but I think these services and DVD rental chains may be using them. 
Newer Spendor Floorstanders?
Thanks, I'll check out your reviews. 
any new Beatle fans because of the remasters?
Chashmal,I hope it wasn't a nice single estate darjeeling or assam. 
any new Beatle fans because of the remasters?
Chashmal=The Grinch that stole the Beatles. 8^)I hadn't listened to the Beatles in a while either. I purchased stereo versions of everything from Rubber Soul and Revolver on up just to check them out. I'd always been disappointed by the sound qual... 
Cleaning AC plugs, receptacles and other contacts
Fmpnd,A bit off topic but how do you like your Fim outlets?I've got one here but haven't installed it yet.