rockyboy

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ELO and the search for SQ
A failure on my part to communicate - i own no Electric Light Orchestra lps. I was hoping for recommendations for high quality digital recordings of ELO. If none exist, I will opt for vinyl.  
CD ripping
Thanks much! 
CD ripping
Question - ripped my CDs as FLAC using dbpoweramp and stored them thumb drives which I play thru my Bryston combo in my main system. Now I want to load some of those music files onto an iPad Nano To listen while walking. Can I just use my laptop a... 
Acoustic panels - how high?
Thanks for your input. System has now evolved to final incarnation. I've addressed the room acoustics to the point that I can finally sit back and enjoy the music.  
Bass traps - too many choices!!
I recently pulled my Rel Storm III out of my room (and put it up for sale). Found it added little to SQ and getting it out of system simplified my life. I will look into the REW and microphone to see their cost. Downside is that they are a one tim... 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
Very interesting. Appreciate the offer. But, I graduated from Univ. of Texas and my restraining order forbids me from setting foot within College Station city limits. 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
While you may be technically correct, I can't imagine any system revealing enough to A/B test various risers. If you know of any, I will book a flight tomorrow to assist with that testing.  
Bass traps - too many choices!!
Agree regarding introducing items willy nilly into a system. That's why I've not yet purchased a low frequency base trap.  I'm retired and have to be careful how I spend my money.  An audiophile friend/designer is coming over this week. Looking fo... 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
Everything I make tends to look like a third grade shop project, but doesn't stop me from trying.Yesterday made cable elevators from small 6" high easels purchased at Michaels (bought 15 @ $1.27ea)!  They were already 60% off and I had a 20% coupo... 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
Slaw, thAnks for the suggestion. I think I have a handle on most everything. I'm just lacking a low freq. bass trap in the corner between my speakers. I have someone coming over next week who will help identify what frequencies need taming. Will t... 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
To refresh your memory, I have my speakers on the diagonal since my room is pretty square. So the corner I'm trying to address is behind and between my monitors.  
Bass traps - too many choices!!
I have two DIY 2' X 4' acoustic panels that I made years from 2" thick Owens Corning 703.  I have since replaced them with professionally made panels.  Since these two DIY panels are excess to my needs, is there any  reason why I can't sandwich th... 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
I may do that. But their products (and shipping) are more expensive than those from companies I listed.  
Bass traps - too many choices!!
So, I'm now comparing bass traps from ASC, Auralex, Acoustimac, GIK and Auralex clones off eBay. I feel a migraine coming on. 
Bass traps - too many choices!!
Okay, way too much info.  I'd like everyone who has weighed in to get into the same room this week and come up with the best, most cost effective solution for me!  And don't come out until you have one. I will sit here patiently waiting. lol