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My Snubway and Main Stream Master Class Combo Review
Got it… does it improve the sound?  
My Snubway and Main Stream Master Class Combo Review
What do you say to someone who maintains that the last three feet of the delivery of power to your electronics can’t possibly influence the delivery of power to your house? If you are an audiophile who cares about sound, and you follow and pay go... 
The Low Volume Loudness Dilemma
They’re called “cans” or “headphones.”  
Time For a CD Player Upgrade
Why not keep your current player, and invest $249 in a Marigo Audio Virtuoso cd mat?  It can change your audio world…  
Tekton Ulfberht - Upgrade, Downgrade, Sideways
Which sound qualities, of the ones listed above, are you enjoying now?  If there were no or low cost ways to improve your system, do you have the time and patience, to pursue them?  In no particular order, you may consider : making small changes t... 
Tekton Ulfberht - Upgrade, Downgrade, Sideways
Which sound qualities, of the ones listed above, are you enjoying now?  If there were no or low cost ways to improve your system, do you have the time and patience, to pursue them?  In no particular order, you may consider : making small changes t... 
Is Recording quality the real culprit?
If only recordings were rated for SQ, like movie ratings are for content (G, PG13, R).  The music reviews in Absolute Sound have separate stars for performance and sound quality, though I have not found these to be close to reliable.  
Main Stream, from Vera-fi Audio
I started with a Puron in the power conditioner and in its outlet at the wall.  Adding a SnubWay, in the first position of the pc, was a good move.  Replacing a Puron (at the wall) with MainStream was really a giant step sonically.  MS just is mor... 
Hearing aid question
Eric, make an appointment with a trusted audiologist for an exam.  If you ARE willing to make an investment in better hearing, you WILL be happy or you will get your money back.  I got my test locally and saved money buying Widex 440 from Direct H... 
Stack Audio Auva speaker isolators
Evank please offer your assessment of the Auvas. Which version are you using?  What changes are you hearing?  Thanks.  
(Jolida) Black Ice Audio Foz SS-X Sound Enhancement
The upgrade was done by Black Ice.  I am not seeing this option now on their website.  The current “V2” designation is strictly cosmetic. I am using a Synergistic Research fuse.  I think quality cables and proper vibration control are important. ... 
(Jolida) Black Ice Audio Foz SS-X Sound Enhancement
Apos Ray 12au7 really takes the sound of SS-X to another level. This tube is mentioned in other posts here, and is featured in many glowing reviews.  Highly recommended.  
Synergistic Powercell 12UEF SE a worthy upgrade?
I am happy with mine.  Consider the following changes, made over the years, if interested… Use good vibration control underneath.  Cleaning the glass periodically can change the sound.  Use a good contact enhancer on the plugs going to the back o... 
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
What happened when you swapped the two cords, placing the pre cord in the power amp and the power cord in the pre? Take a break for a few hours, then listen for any changes. It’s worth a try, right?  
What to change in my system
Widex Sheer 440 hearing aids, if you want to simplify your life, and get great, customized results.