sgordon1
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| 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. | |
| I would love some suggestions on great acoustic... With your system, listen to"Maiden with the Flaxen Hair."Great playing, beautifully recorded.Bill Frisell and Mary Halvorson, from a fewmonths ago. Hard for me not to listen to multiple cutsmore than once, per session. | |
| Perfect Path Technologies: Omega E mat First you think you are "there," and wonder how your system can sound any better.Then you make a change and are more thrilledwith the results. And the cycle continues, in this crazy hobby,simply because you had an open mind and open ears. | |
| Speakers near fireplace The fireplace will absolutely affect SQ.You might want to experiment with panels of differentmaterial that are cut to match the fp opening.It should be possible to have your cake and eatit too: a nice looking setup when the fireplace iscool, good ... | |
| Stopping Vibration from Walmart trucks Are you paying attention to windows and doors? | |
| What is the most dramatic way of increasing a speaker's Bass and Low mid? Seriously: sit in the floor and listen to music youlike and know well. Change positions: closer, farther from speakers.Part two: If you are not happy because "too much bass," experiment by raising your seating position six inches at a time until ... | |
| ... POORLY RECORDED SONGS THAT ... I just keep the poorly recorded stuff in my car.With road and wind noise, and other distractions, (singing, too?) I am not expecting an audiophile experience anyway. The good recordings never make it to the car...Could segregating your collection... | |
| Power Conditioners: Audioquest Niagara 5000 or Shunyata Denali 6000S Is it likely that you can consider Synergistic Research products?They now make power conditioners in many price ranges.Check out the reviews and audiogon threads on Powercell UEF12? |