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Signal Cable Silver Ref XLR
I don't know what beats them either, not that I've been on an exhaustive search of all the top cables. But I do know that in certain systems, they have bettered Audioquest, Synergistic Resolution Reference, and Nordost HDMI cable.I'm sure in certa... 
ARC sp9,Krell ksa250,Infinity Kappa8. Problems?
I'm currently using 2 KSA-250s in my system with an ARC Ref 3. It is a great combination. The KSA 250 is a legendary design. To me, it does not sound like a "newer" Krell. I much prefer the KSA 250. 
Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP
The PS Audio would be the best. Just plug everything into the wall listen, have fun, and forget all the stress this is causing you. Life is too short! 
Amp stands for Pass Labs
Don't let anyone fool you, isolating your amplifiers can make a great sonic difference. I've used three different amp stands with varying results. I'd rank them in this order: 1. Sound Anchors custom amp stands 2. Solid Steel Large amp stands 3. A... 
Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP
Believe it or not, and I deem this could not happen in your current setup, but the sound of your system would be greatly enhanced by running a direct line from your circuit breaker for each of your components. You might be surprised what a differn... 
Signal Cable Silver Ref XLR
In my experience, you will have to spend a lot of money to better this cable. 
Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP
I'm not sure that it will make much diference concerning the quaility of the powerstrips under those conditions. I would go for a good quality strip with some filtering for protection even though it will compromise the sound significantly. You hav... 
Building a Music Room
If you build on a slab, design an area to run your cables. Put the speakers and amps on one end and front end down by you so plan on running a long interconnect. Cover the slab with 2x4s layed flat, then wood across the 2x4s with carpet on top of ... 
"Get Better Sound"
As an audiophile with over 30 years of experience I found Jim's book quite refreshing. Not for the groundbreaking new information it provided, but confirmation of many of my own discoveries and experiences. My system really benefited from Jim's ex... 
Why Can't Tubes Be Mass-Produced Cheaply?
Albert,Thanks for the fine info.I sure like my REF 3!Thanks,Sgr 
Why Can't Tubes Be Mass-Produced Cheaply?
Thanks for the info, Albert. I really don't know much about the 6H30s. 
Reference DACS: An overall perspective
Teajay,Thanks for reapearing and embellishing your thread. Sgr 
Reference DACS: An overall perspective
Yes, I'd like to know how the PS Audio did also. 
MFSL cd's vs. Redbook cd's
How does the Ricki Lee Jones 'Pirates' sound on MFSL? 
pre amp advise
Tube: Audio Research REF 3 or REF 5