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Amp Designs That Are Able To Drive 4/2 Ohms Load
Gs5556, thanks for posting. That had clarified most of the doubts I had previously. 
Amp Designs That Are Able To Drive 4/2 Ohms Load
My one tube amp is stable at 2 ohms, but the same wattage output as 8 ohms. My other mono block tubes are stable to 1.4 ohms but put out the same wattage as they do at 16 ohms or 70 volts.Pardon my ignorance. How do you know your tube amp is stabl... 
Review: Analysis Plus Solo Crystal Oval 8 Speaker cable
Nice review. I was close to purchasing the Analysis Plus Oval 8's sometime late last year but settled for something else instead. I have somehow expected that the differences between the Kimber 8PR and the top of the range Oval 8 in the Analysis P... 
XLO Signature S2-2.2 Balanced Interconnect
Thanks Hobby. Describing the sonics of cables is one of the most difficult part without actually making comparisons to others. Among all cables that I had, I find it the most difficult to describe the sound characteristics of Wireworld cables sinc... 
crooked speaker stands?
Reubent cannot desribe it more perfectly. For self-assembled stands, issues like you have encountered are bound to happen. In most cases, the installation by the user is the cause (in screwing the plates to the vertical pillar) but sometimes minor... 
crooked speaker stands?
If I read correctly, it appears that the only issue is the top plate is not a perfect square piece. Is my assumption correct? If the circumference of your speakers is larger than the top plate itself, I guess this issue is negligible since the min... 
I need new music....
I too like Fourplay and Earl Klugh for light jazz. My other favourites include Acoustic Alchemy and Pat Metheny. I was listening to a lot of Metheny's works recently. I would be glad if others could recommend some other artists as well. 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Sol322,I haven't done anything at the moment but will most likely use some nice acoustically transparent fabric(thinking of quilts) to cover some absorption panels. The bare panels do bring some positive listening experience in my room. I also hav... 
YOUR Favorite Bookshelf/Monitor below $500
01-19-08: BeerdraftB&W 805 N. you may find a used one in that price range.I would want a pair too if the N805 can be had at $500, probably a few pairs. 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Sol322, I get your idea about leaving an opening between the absorption panels and the canvas painting. The painting cannot be framed in this case and furthermore the gap between the wall and painting may sacrifice aesthetics. Also, I am not too s... 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Thanks for all responses. Now I have something to think about. 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Thanks for the thought Reubent. I've thought of all options, and only quilts and canvas art fit my applications. Art on canvas look nicer than on quilts although the latter are a more suitable material. I suppose it is not feasible to place absorp... 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Didn't see that coming. Yes Luis, I do know that the fabric needs to be open-weave. I was somehow hoping that a small portion of the sound waves might still be able to pass through the canvas, further absorbed by the panels. 
Are Sound Waves Able To Penetrate Canvas Painting?
Thanks for the response Arthur. That is all I need to hear. By the way, I guess you didn't place any absorption panels behind the canvas art? 
Brand preference and opinions
My guess is you want to impress your friends more than for your own personal enjoyment. Folks, actually some people are like that and there is nothing wrong about it. It's their choice. I've seen some people who don't play the piano at all but hav...