williewonka

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Small system, high WAF
I went through the same thing last year and settled on a Blusound Powernode 2.I originally thought of driving an existing  pair of Tannoy Mercury F1's, but they would require a stand, so I settled on my Tannoy Mercury F4 - much bigger but they do ... 
Standing waves
@g11657 - here's an example....My previous listening room was 15 x 12 x 8(high)My speakers are floor standers with a LARGE rear portI also opted for the   1/3rd 1/5th or 1/7th rule, but at certain low frequencies the bass was very "boomy" and reso... 
Need advice about upgrading speakers ( it might be the last one i own).
Take a look at this threadhttps://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/harbeth-c7-vs-proac-d25-reviewIt would appear the C7's might be more along the lines of the sound you are looking for. Or perhaps the Pro Ac D38Regards... 
Fastest way to correct hifi system?
@sakelig Buy all the components from a single brand!E.G. - Cambridge Audio- Rega- Naimetc... there are many companies out thereWhich one sounds best? - pick one - they all sound pretty darn good !That way you are capitalizing on the company's expe... 
Stereo In The Elements
It's a garage !!! - I would never put those components in it - the dust will get everywhere and will absorb humidity = damage beyond repair.I'd give that system a year - then it's doomed for the garbage.But - it's your systemPersonally I'd buy a m... 
5 meter Speaker Cable Recommendation - flexibility important
Cables I have tried that will take A LOT of abuse are from Van den Hul.Take a look at ...- Clearwater- CS-122- D-352All are extremely flexible and have high grade insulation.If you can attach a banana or spade with a screw driver - take a look at ... 
Where to begin when choosing new setup??
@Edwardhugey - here’s my approach for a "compact system" i.e. an intergated amp, small footprint Bookshelf/Monitor or floor standing speaker and a Didgital streaming device of some kind.First - identify your budget - I use the following "approxima... 
Will power cable work well as speaker cable?
@todverrone & @timlub - Actually - if you stick to the formula of 2 neutral and 1 signal...- The neutral, being coiled, is quite flexible and it’s weight helps with flexing the signal conductor - so cables made with Romex are actually quite fl... 
acoustic advice resonating wall panels
Take a look at these two products... This one is the more affordable of the two http://www.sofsurfaces.com/durasound?gclid=CMnFtLLf1NQCFZW2wAodnS0PCQThis one you can simply glue new sheets of sheet-rock to the existinghttps://www.google.ca/aclk?... 
Will power cable work well as speaker cable?
@boxer12 - my apologies - I didn't realize you already had the power cord. If it works for you and you are happy with the rsults - that's all that countsKeep us posted as to their progress.@toddverrone - Cables are my life - so it seems :-)Cheers 
Blue sound Node 2 vs Lumin D1
@aberyclark - agreed !If you are not attaching the Node 2 to a system with great speakers & speaker cables - then attaching a great power cord is not going to make a huge differenceMy Powernode 2 in my AV system is hooked up to some pretty dec... 
Will power cable work well as speaker cable?
@boxer12 - having tried many different cables types over the years I would not personally opt for a power cable to drive my speakers. The third conductor can cause lots of noise.There are lots of options out there and if you are looking for great ... 
Blue sound Node 2 vs Lumin D1
@randyhat - I also have the Node 2 and I have "treated" it to some excellent Power and Interconnect cables - for that I have been rewarded with some stellar improvements in fidelity.I have found over the years that using excellent power cables wit... 
Can upgraded power cords help my setup?
@toddverrone - remember? - you can lead a horse to water...Those that want to - will !Steve :-) 
Can upgraded power cords help my setup?
+1 for @Toddverone point - the right geometry is an essential element in achieving the best performance from any cable - i.e. IC's, Speaker and Power.Regards - Steve