swampwalker
Responses from swampwalker
| Audiophile considering HT Jeff- the location of the L&R isn't that important, but I would say ear level is right. Center channel is key, and on top or below TV are both used. Probably don't need great cable for rears. Save $ from the long runs and get good cable for LC... | |
| Neutrik XLR to RCA Adapters Alexc- My CL-10 CD has only RCA out. Was wondering if there is any benefit to converting it to XLR before it goes into the BAT pre (the 3i has both balanced and single ended in; I think the 5i Se has only balanced inputs), i.e., does the single en... | |
| static when adjusting gain control You can get contact cleaner. I wouldn't use WD-40. May too much oil. Contact cleaner spray is highly volatile and won't leave a residue to gum up the pot like oil will. | |
| Audiophile considering HT Jeff- The Japanese HT lights and gadgets thing is definately happening. My Yamaha has approx. 10x more switches than my entire 2 channel system put together. Manual is virtually incomprehensible and the remote is another story altogether. If I had... | |
| Audiophile considering HT Jeff- Jeff, you should probably go for a DD (dolby digital or 5.1) set up (DTS optional). You can even get a DD DTV and then move the older one to another room if you have a dual LNB set-up, and then you will have DD from your satellite. Even if y... | |
| Din plug to RCA adaptor You might be able to find an adaptor from B&O dealer, since thei european products use din connectors, yet some people in the US bring product here and use it successfully. | |
| Neutrik XLR to RCA Adapters Alexc- are using the adaptors on a BAT pre? I have been feeding my CD source to my vk3i thru the single-ended inputs and have been contemplating getting adaptors as my CAL CL-10 does not have balanced analog out. If you or anyone else has thoughts... | |
| The fallacy of ac treatment 1439bhr- I think the answer to your question is that from the manufacturer's point of view, people probably won't pay more for the product if it has a better AC cable, and therefore anything they spend on upgrading the AC cable comes out of their ... | |
| Bananas vs. Spades Thansk everybody. I guess I'll go with the axon spades to bananas and use a wire tie to "couple" the cable to the stand. I think I remember these as being available at tht Parts Connection. | |
| Inexpensive CD Transport Patriot- If you want a changer, the CAL CL-10 is very good. I am using one now, as a stand alone and it sounds good with the built in DAC. I love the convenience, and have thought that if I upgrade, I will just go with a good, used DAC. FWIW, this... | |
| My wife is so uncool! My wife says she con't hear the difference, but when she stops and listens she really likes what I've bben doing in terms of upgrades. In terms of $, she has her job and checking account, and I have mine. Sometimes I hate it, but when it comes to ... | |
| Bananas vs. Spades Actually, AQ cable (Crystal) is 12 strands of solid OFC-LG copper around a foamed dielectric. Same problem, though, how to get handscrew to contact 12 strands of (approx) 20 ga. wire. I'm thinking of using AXON spades and bananas (gold plated copp... | |
| The best sounding FM Tuner is..... Speaking of antennas, can anyone report on Magnum ST-2 or equivalent Metz (marine) whip? | |
| Simple Question. Simple Answer? Don't want to get too far off point, but does anyone know if there is an advantage when doing double biwire to starting from single set of spades at amp end, vs. just using two sets of wires, both connected to one set of binding posts at amp end, ... | |
| Supplies for cable building For silver wire, go to Homegrown Audio's web site. I think its homegrownaudio.com. They have Kimber clones, and rapid response to email. |