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| Optimized Center Channel Op, how ChatGPT described the benefits of toe in: No or minimal toe-in → wider, more relaxed soundstage, softer treble, less imaging precision. Moderate toe-in (drivers aimed just past your shoulders) → balance between width and image focus, s... | |
| ??? Where Does "High End" Start ??? I asked chatGPT. It provided a great analogy: Think of it like cars: Mid-fi is a Lexus ES or BMW 3-Series — refined, high quality, plenty fast, satisfies almost everyone. Hi-fi is a Porsche 911 Turbo or McLaren — extreme engineering and perfo... | |
| Optimized Center Channel Op, I have been playing with toe for 2 channel music in on my mains based upon a chatGBT recommendation. As a result, sound stage was more “locked in”. However, side benefit was improved dialog when using my system as 7.2.2 HT. Worth a try for yo... | |
| Thoughts and suggestions please I went from the N130 to Aurender N150. Very much liked the BlueOS app (I still use the N130 on my 2nd system), but found Conductor to be excellent, very intuitive & an easy transition. Conductor works best with a tablet (more information), but... | |
| Aging ears and Nuances 2 more things: 1. Try to find an audiologist that specializes in music. While there are none in my area, most major cities will have them. 2. Have your audiologist create a specific music program. While most HA’s have this, mine was not optimize... | |
| Aging ears and Nuances We are willing to spend multiple $K on a single component within our 10’s or 100’s $K systems. That entire expenditure funnels through your ears with or without hearing aids. If buying hearing aids, buy the best, it only makes sense. | |
| Optimized Center Channel Very nice components within your system. However, when I viewed your system layout, 2 things came to mind. Your center is not optimized, both vertically and horizontally. I suppose left right balance to center can be compensated by Audyssey, but w... | |
| Aging ears and Nuances As a 73 year old with hearing aids, I thankfully continue to be able to hear nuances in sound and changes in my system. I recently made 2 seemingly minor changes (moved my router, upgraded my USB cable). Each provided improved clarity, soundstage ... | |
| How can different CAT5/6 cables affect sound. chatGPT claims that anything over cat 6 is overkill for audio use & may in fact induce noise, stating: Cat6A (and above) connects shield to ground through the RJ45 connectors, which means: It may create a ground loop if your router/switch ... | |
| How can different CAT5/6 cables affect sound. Do Ethernet cables matter per chatGPT: Short Answer: Yes — but only within reason. Ethernet cables can make a difference in high-end audio systems, but not due to digital data loss — it’s about electrical noise. 📡 Why Digital Bits Still Matter... | |
| Suggestions for a holographic preamp? @paradisecom The harmony remotes with hubs are great. No longer sold, but still supported (and available used) with most major components supported and learning. I have 3, 2 with hubs (harmony ultimate) on my 2 systems & and one (700) without ... | |
| Suggestions for a holographic preamp? I have the BHK pre with none of the issues cited. Works wonderfully, comes with a great remote and compatible with my Harmony One universal remote. | |
| MacArthur Park + another for Maynard. | |
| Options to improve digital sound @mswale I am confused on how mesh is crap and a repeater is superior. I would think they operate on the same WiFi principle except with mesh you have a consistent SSID & handoff. Then if you have an Ethernet backbone and attach your streamer v... | |
| When using a power conditioner, why is it advised to run amps directly to the wall? Simaudio recommended I plug my Moon amp directly into the wall. ChatGPT had a slightly different recommendation based upon the quality of your power. : Try both and trust your ears — but here’s the practical guidance: If your power is stabl... |