mrpaul

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What area or country do you live in ?
Originally from the US. Now retired in Phuket, Thailand. Cold weather is an oxymoron here. 
Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord?
In addition to the CPT 1800 I use 4 LessLoss Firewall 64X current conditioners.  One before the CPT 1800 and one each before the server, DAC and amplifier.  I have been very pleased with these additions. 
My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each!
@grey9hound The Lampizator Pacific is not an R2R DAC.  You are correct that it does not use a Sabre chip. 
My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each!
Lots of good information here on Lampizator tube rolling.https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/lampizator-valve-tube-rolling-review-thread.26478/ 
Duelund RCA interconnects...opinions
I purchased a 1m pair of Duelund 16 ga. unshielded RCA interconnects last year.  After 4 months of regular use I replaced them with a pair of LessLoss C-MARC interconnects.  In my system there was no comparison between the two. The noise floor of ... 
My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each!
Long time Lampizator owner here. Currently have the Golden Gate 2 with the Pacific arriving in the next two weeks.  There are some good threads on the “What’s Best Audio Forum” regarding tube rolling with the Golden Gate and Pacific DACs.  The con... 
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup
After 5+ years with my Def IVs it’s time to look at alternatives to the stock footers that came with the speaker. I am looking for input as to replacement footers or stands you are using and the benefits that you realized from making the change. O... 
Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord?
PS – special apologies to our 220v guys who have waited a stupid amount of time for their units – and that goes for our Canadian Distributor as well… very special gifts for these people.Mark - Does this mean a 220V to 120V 1800 will be shipping to... 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
I have 3 of the AC cords waiting for me to install when I return from vacation. While I can't say I'm excited about a six week break in, I am excited to hear what they will sound like after break in is complete. 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
Short list over a long period of time.1969 - Zenith Stereo System1977 - Dahlquist DQ101998 - Merlin VSM2008 - Zu Definition Mk II2012 - Zu Definition Mk IV 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
Thanks for the update.  Now it's decision time. 
Has anyone heard new Less Loss C- Mark power cable?
cellcbern - Any update on the C-Marc power cord? 
EVS modded Gustard X20 DAC
To me, the Gustard X20 with Ric's level 1 and 2 mods was significantly better than the Auralac Vega in my system.  I sold the Vega and kept the X20. I would think the X20 Pro would be even better. 
EVS modded Gustard X20 DAC
I've had a Gustard X20 DAC with Ric's level 1 and 2 mods for about 6 months.  This DAC with Ric's mods is a true bargain. Very, very good transparency, resolution and sound staging. It plays music, not hi fi. With a quality source component this D... 
Moving From USA Overseas... Looking For Advice re: Electrical Service and Gear
I have lived overseas for the past 6 years and currently live in Southeast Asia. All my equipment is 120 Volts.  I use three 2500 Watt Diamond Series Voltage Transformers to step down from 230 to 120 volts. I have had no problems using these trans...