vetsc5
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| Can you do anything to make power tubes last longer ? Reducing heat by venting the component or cabinet can extend tube longevity. Suggest that you visit; https://acifinity.com for a wide selection of component/enclosure heat extraction units. I have one of their units placed directly on top of a Pr... | |
| Who's winning? Those who enjoy the music no matter source, speakers, etc are winners. | |
| Are upgraded power cables for subwoofers worth it? Hello Mitch2, Yes as to your request for a specific recommendation , Emotiva Xiec 2 meter high performance power cable. Robust build quality includes three 12 gauge 105 strand OFC, carbon fiber shielding and attractive abrasion resistant outer s... | |
| Dusting gear and turntable Greetings all, I use a vacuum cleaner micro adaptor kit that I bought at Harbor Freight along with Swiffers. The vacuum micro fittings work very well for my tube equipment. | |
| A not sarcastic question for the power conditioner/upgraded power cord folks My practice is to insure that the power conditioner has a robust power cord so I upgrade from the factory cord. I either assemble my own or, more recently I discovered that the Emotiva model XIEC-2-0 power cord meets my needs. It’s high quality de... | |
| Things we cannot be bothered by anymore At this stage in my life I do not allow anything to bother me. I focus on what I can control, which is self. That which is beyond my control is not relevant. | |
| Subs? Hello goducks44, Suggest that might add Hsu subwoofers to your search. Dr. Hsu's facility is located in Anaheim, Ca.near the 57 fwy. Dr.Hsu (Engineering PhD from MIT) has been designing subs for over 40 years. Lots more info and contact info a... | |
| NEW Tekton Design Speakers - The Bonnevilles IMO, this “new design” is just another attempt at the “ Wall of sound” concept originated a few decades ago. Lots of drivers on a flat plane. I’d like to hear it in an appropriate space, maybe the Hollywood Bowl. | |
| The Real Reason Why Music Is Getting Worse!! Contemporary art, in this case music, has always had critics and detractors regardless of genre. This has always been true and will be so, then, now and in the future. Even Mozart had his critics who described his music as “harsh, too complex, ov... | |
| Is Subwoofer Elevation a Viable Option? Since subs produce low frequency audio which is Omni directional there is no need to elevate. In bottom firing subs elevation would be counter productive. | |
| Would you rent a $14,000 DAC for $75 per day? IMO the juice would not be worth the squeeze. Would you “vet” the potential renters? If yes how? Your high value equipment could end up in the hands of a neophyte interested in maxing out the volume for house shaking parties. But that is just o... | |
| Which subwoofer should I get? Hello and Happy New Year, I’m very pleased with HSU (pronounced “shoe”)subwoofers, of which I have two. My older HSU sub is their VTF-MKII. I recently added Dr. Hsu’s (MIT PHd -engineering) newest and most powerful model, the VTF-TN1. Both are... | |
| What were your favorite gear additions in 2024? Hello and Happy New Year, I returned to the warmth of tubes with the addition of a Prima Luna EVO 400 integrated amp for my music system rig. I added a HSU VTF-TN1 sub primarily for the movie surround to add more low end as an adjunct to my smal... | |
| Good choice for 20' XLR cable? Hello and Happy New Year, As a cable DIY'er I assemble my own cables. Suggest that you check out Mogami 2549 raw cable at 77 cents per foot. For XLR connectors recommend Neutrik XLR NA3FF-B (female) @ $16.66 each and their NA3MM-B (male) @ $ 15... | |
| Package Has Disappeared in USPS System I must agree with Roxy. I would urge you to adopt a more aggressive position. Initiate a reversal of charge with your card carrier post haste. Put the onus on the vendor, who has received the funds and the shipper who took possession of the ship... |