williewonka
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| What is the perferred material for a TT shelf? My TT and sits on a 3/8" thick piece of granite. The granite sits on a 3/4" thick MDF shelf. Between them is a 1/10" layer of foam - i.e. the type with holes that you put under a rug to stop it slipping.- this kills all vibrations in both the MDF ... | |
| Do you rely on RAID as your NAS backup? One other strike against RAID - you need to use "server grade" drives which are more expensive - the more affordable drives on the market will fail much quicker in a RAID configured NAS drive.The company that I’ve purchased all my computers from o... | |
| Where R U????? Richmond Hill, Ontario, CanadaI’m very fortunate to have around 6 Audiophile stores within a 30 minute drive - a couple are extremely high end and a real treat for my ears.Needless to say - I get out often :-)Cheers | |
| Debating separate power supply or Take a look at these links - they explain some of the basics pertaining to power related issueshttp://image99.net/blog/files/d0a1214beb039672ed95ed07cabf69dd-22.htmlhttp://image99.net/blog/files/af7344cfd857b845519b34ad829c12d0-3.htmlBut the abrid... | |
| Learning the hard way about AC power solutions Kenny - A number of years ago, so a different system back then, I heard subtle but definite improvements when I inserted my new PS Audio Power Plant Premier regeneratorExactly how many years ago would that have been ?Electrolytic capacitors will d... | |
| Looking for a power cable upgrade DIY you say? - try these...http://www.image99.net/blog/files/be8de0c383c5434907610d6b55049e69-75.htmlI use them throughout my system and they are the best I’ve used to dateBut give them around 300 hours burn-in - they also take a dip in performanc... | |
| What's your biggest surprise in hifi? 1. How much money some people are prepared to spend on components/cables/etc... - in the pursuit of "audio nirvana"2. How much related knowledge some people have acquired about this obsession - thanks Almarg! - just one of many on Agon.3. the fre... | |
| Imaging and system stand placement Audiotomb....your friends concert - he might consider dry walling that areaand if he needs external soundproofing double it up with an air gapHe's now looking at a second layer of drywall with Green Glue between them on the wall - but the ceiling ... | |
| Conversion to DSD: Does It Eliminate Digital Glare? Mahler123 - I've just completed about two years of auditioning different cables, more recently implementing acoustic treatments and lastly, the final repositioning of my speakers.During that time I have experienced what I refer to as "glare" at va... | |
| Conversion to DSD: Does It Eliminate Digital Glare? I do not believe it will - I think your problems are probably more to do with 1, Cables2. acoustic treatments3. speaker placementI’ve invested a considerable amount of time and effort (and some $$$) in all of these for considerable rewards.I first... | |
| Am I too cynical? I agree with Celtic66 about it being a "JUNGLE"You can’t trust many of the reviews!!!- they are all paid for.You can’t trust the retailers!!!- they change product lines and allegiances like changing socks!You can’t trust manufacturers !!!- they ha... | |
| Imaging and system stand placement Audiotomb - I've just finished tweaking my room to the point where I am very happy with the result - plus the audio rack and a small cabinet and computer are still between the speakers - but behind the drivers.Like you a dealt with the reflections... | |
| Do i need a CD player, or can I use Mc Book? Kijanki - I think I may have grabbed the wrong end of the stick and we may be talking about two different thingsMy setup...- NAS Drive Library in the basement connected via Ethernet cable to router- iMac in Living room connected via Ethernet cable... | |
| Schitt Bifrost VS PS Audio Digital Link 3 RSA, Based on what Mesch has written about the capabilities of the DL III, I think either of these DAC’s coupled with either the v-link or the v-link192 - depending on the resolution you want to listen to - would make an excellent combo to get you... | |
| Rega Planar 2 Refurb The Rega-refurb list of companies seem to grow by the year - so scour the web to find the one that fits your budgetI initially had the Cardas tonearm upgrade applied to my arm and it was a significant upgrade.After a few years i decided to complet... |