sgordon1

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Synergistic Research ECT
Good point, folkfreak, regarding "susceptible to vibration."I use a small piece of dense foam, wedged in betweenthe wall warts.  With the larger FEQ plug taking the bottomposition of the outlet, the foam can snugly fit between it and theplug in th... 
To all that has a Theta Miles CD player
Try turning the unit off and then power up again after a few minutes.Also try using the pause feature a few times in a row.Hopefully it is just "old age." 
Vibration Isolation
Why not try these stacked, where the lines are parallel, then at right angles.Hear a difference?For me, the best use is on top of electronics, IECs.I use them inside my power amp, on the rail cross member nearthe transformer.  Tame the micro vibra... 
Looking for more transparency.
What does "transparency" mean to you? 
Has there been any inexpensive item that enhanced your system's sound?
Stevecham, thanks.My first order of 16 is sitting on topof components and plugs.Terrific value, and free shipping on Fridays? 
Perfect Path Technologies: Omega E mat
TC is not the variable, here.Think: "room" as influencing the sound? 
Q acoustics harsh high end
I fear there is no hope for you... 
Q acoustics harsh high end
Be patient.  The sound will likely improve,over time.  You may consider using the XLOTest and Burn-In cd. 
A thousand audio uses for memory foam. Or maybe just one . . .
Try different small shapes and sizes... 2x2x1, for example,and even smaller than that.Place on components, at the end of cables, speaker cabinets.Experiment with different foam pieces as headphone pads too.Different sizes, weights, and foam densit... 
Synergistic Research ECT
Frank, swabbing the HFT interior and exterior with a Q-tip of anti-staticspray is good.  But it might not be a good idea on top of the TC.Also, use a Talisman on them, periodically! 
Does cold dry weather affect your SQ
Invariably, when I sense that something is "off," sound-wise, it's because I was too lazy to run the portableair ionizer for a few minutes.  I think a key to consistentlygood sound is treating the air in the room.Make sense? 
Synergistic Research ECT
"Preachin' to the choir." 
Synergistic Research ECT
I suggest STARTING with the Wide Angle version.Even a quarter inch height adjustment on the unitin the middle of the wall behind the speakers, makes a difference.The units on each side wall are sensitive to heightas well as location along the wall... 
Synergistic Research ECT
I really like the Wide Angle HFTs.I use the other versions to complement these.Yes, they make a big difference, IMO.Even a very small difference in placement will change what you are hearing. 
Perfect Path Technologies: Omega E mat
Do you have/use anti-static spray?Moisten a clean cloth.  Rub on the glossy side of anOmega E mat.Magic.