tgrisham

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Converting ALAC to .wav
Thanks!  I was hoping Steve would chime in. Do I transfer all the music over to the new drives first and then convert?  Is there a preferred hard drive?  My DAC is the OPPO Sonica. Is there a preferred method to use Ethernet to go into this DAC wh... 
Free SPL Meter App - From a US Government Agency
Thanks for the link!  I’ll compare it to my trusty Radio Shack.  
What is the best way to tame a slightly bright speaker?
It might be worthwhile to toe in or toe out the speakers depending on its on and off axis high frequency dispersion, in addition to taking reflections.  And, it costs nothing. To achieve tone controls with cables is unicorn hunting.  
Kudos to Dan Wright of Modwright
I had the same experience with Dan. Excellent service on my pre-amp. Accessible and a joy to work with.  
Emotiva equipmet, how good is it?
I think Emotiva equipment is excellent. If you don’t have $20K+ speakers you can’t tell the difference. Maybe not even then. Don’t get me started on ABX experiments. Sources and speakers far outweight any amp. Buy them. Try them. Send them back if... 
I like my system flat, no tone controls, no eq..........what is your preference, and why.
I really appreciate the original thread and the responses. To me flat means I didn’t change the signal to suit my ears. When I perceive the tonal balance is off, I assume the studio engineer wanted something different than what I prefer. Conversel... 
Felt diffraction reduction advise
I have a question. If the creator of the speaker thought it needed felt, wouldn’t he or she have included it? It’s cheap and easy to apply. Or would it be added to change the highs in a unique situation? 
What is the first album you purchased, and do you still have it?
The Doors. Stolen.  
Best bookshelf speakers
Von Schweikert VR-1 
Discontinued equipment that you wish were still here. What do you miss or think will miss?
Pure i20 dock. I have two but they are starting to fail. My entire library is backed up to ipod classics.  
Suggestions for Class D amplifiers with Marantz AV7704 and B&W cdm9nt combo for HT.
I still love my Wyred4sound SX-500 monos feeding Von Schweikert Speakers. Detailed with natural voices and solid bass, at least in my room.  
Radio Paradise in FLAC
I’m a big fan. Listen almost every day while working at home.  
HELP!!!! Need Hales Revelation 3 Woofer
Check with Madisound and Parts Express. I’ve had good experiences with both and they carry speaker components.  
Quick Question: Creek 5350SE or McCormack Micro pwr & Micro pre?
My Creek is impressive. Delicate and refined. Remote. Two sets of speaker outs. Built like a tank. Good luck finding a great used Creek 5350SE.  
Expanding your hobby by expanding love
Erik, I appreciate what you are asking and I appreciate your posts a lot. Sharing what you love is the start. Picking up a musical instrument is another start. If you love something, share it. Thanks for the post.