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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... 
Footers under new speakers
Interesting discussion. I have R11’s and Rythmik F12SE sub on a 2nd floor wood frame house with very heavy cut pile carpeting and padding. My system is jammed with fractions of an inch between speakers, rack (low/long) and sub, so have no room for... 
Battle of the affordables
+1 on R11’s. I drive mine with the Moon 330A. Open AI thoughts.  The KEF R11 Meta is the flagship floor‑standing model of KEF’s R Series, designed to bring Reference‑level technology into a more approachable price segment. 🔍 Key Features 12th... 
the gateway product that turned you into an audiophile
My gateway product was my alto saxophone. Started playing in grade school through high school including a jazz quartet. Have loved music ever since.   
Flatscreen between speakers
I asked Google Gemini for treatment options. One of the options was using sound absorption to the left and right, behind and below the wall hanging TV.  I used 24x48x2 panels (thicker panels would not fit behind TV) extending behind by 3” & be... 
Wool Felt Footers?
I also asked about cork (my Aurender has cork footers).    Material High-Freq Damping Bass Isolation Load Handling Lifespan Cork Good Fair ... 
Wool Felt Footers?
I asked both ChatGPT & google Gemini about the effectiveness of wool felt, as I am in the process of isolating my components. Both agree. Attached is the response from chatGBT.    Benefits of Wool Felt Isolation:     Gentle Damping: Wo... 
Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
+1 on Moon. The 330A is right in your price range (used), is very space conscious, runs cool & sounds great.   
Flatscreen between speakers
Other than having a flat screen between your fronts, instead of diffusion panels, I am not aware of any other compromises. Each system runs completely independent, with the exception of the fronts & front amp via HT pass through. I have an SQ... 
use of ChatGPT for HIFI
I received similar positive recommendations from ChatGBT on cables and power cords. It even went on to describe sound differences between my two upgraded PC’s & then recommend upgrading my DAC LPS PC. Interesting  it also focused a lot on my ...