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Hegel USB and ROON suport
Yes. I am working with Roon and they are responding. Also with Innuos whom have been incredibly responsive as well as Hegel. No yet fully understands the issue. I have attached a link on the Roon forum for someone else that has had similar experie... 
LAN Filters
Thanks Yoby, That was very helpful. 
Power Conditioners: Audioquest Niagara 5000 or Shunyata Denali 6000S
Mike, I have recently done an extended test of 3 power conditioners side-by-side. They consisted of the Niagara 5000, Denali 6000 and the Ansuz power conditioners. As you mentioned, I did experience a hum in the Niagara 5000, which I found disturb... 
Best of the best Integrated amps in 2018
Hi. I am sure if you would be matching any of the aforementioned amps to the Thiel speakers pictured. That would be a major consideration in selecting a new amplifier. That said, I would also consider the Hegel H360 Integrated amp which has an onb... 
Outlets and gem boxes
Yes. Outside wall cold climate. He did not say which box he would use. The  sheet rock should be able outlet measures 1.75" wide at the wings. I think the sheet rock should be able to be cut close to the box and not require patching. I think the c... 
Outlets and gem boxes
Forgo to mention wood studs. 
Outlets and gem boxes
Yes. the interior wall is sheet rock and the exterior wall is brick. 2x4 construction. 
Outlets and gem boxes
Jim thank you so much for your advise. Much appreciated. I am using NM-B #10-2 as you mentioned. The electrician said he will have to use a larger box because of the wings on the Furutech outlet are wider than a standard duplex outlet. I will make... 
Hegel vs Rogue
Not sure it is in your budget, but I would recommend the new Hegel H360. . If you would like better control of bass response, this amp provides high damping and a very good DAC. They are available used for very reasonable price given the performan... 
Reliable burn-in service for cables and outlets
Take Five Audio in Canada offers burn in and Cryo services. I have never deal with them. I can only assume that they are reputable. Thanks 
Reliable burn-in service for cables and outlets
Thanks  George. Much appreciated. Cheers 
Reliable burn-in service for cables and outlets
Dave thanks so much for your insightful comments. The main reasons I posted the question is that I am installing new Romex 10AWG dedicated on a 20amp circuit to supply power to my equipment (250w SS amp and CD player). I plan on purchasing cryo tr... 
Cable elevators
Thanks to everyone that responded and provided some good comments, ideas and a few laughs! Much appreciated. When all is said and done, I will probably end up either making them myself primarily to make the cables look neat; whether or not it has ... 
Cable elevators
Wow. Great comments and ideas. I will experiment and see what seems to work best. Thanks to everyone so much for your input. 
Cable elevators
Nonoise thanks for your response. I am curious as to why you would not recommend elevating cables on a wood floor. Wouldn't vibrations be reduced and thereby improve sound?