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What can you say about the SID from Germany?
Been using a SID for about two years. It helps to reduce the digital glare and Diana Krall's sibilance. Zerostat + SID = better sound.Marvin 
To audyssey or not to audyssey, that is the ...?
Mucho info and help in using Audyssey. Audyssey does work but you have to pay attention to details and be patient.See: http://www.audyssey.com/blog/2009/05/small%20vs%20large/And: http://www.audyssey.com/faq/index.htmlAlso: http://www.avsforum.com... 
Ungrounded power cord: Will I die?
I get the humor Elizabeth. Thanks. 
loose IEC power cord connection?
I have improvised pc support using toilet tissue tubes. Cut a u shaped slot at one end, slip under the plug or IEC. Adjustslot height to fit. 
LOOKING FOR A GOOD HDMI CABLE
I replaced a cheap Best Buy HDMI with a Pangia HDMI early this year and did see a noticeable improvement in picture quality. Several weeks later I attached amethyst crystals at the power panel circuit breaker for the TV and audio gear. Seven days ... 
Grant Fidelity B-283
I've been using the B-283 MK2 for a while now. It has reduced the digititist in my system. Smoothed the edges and I believe extended the dynamic range a bit.I've got matched Tung-Sol 6SN7 GTB's installed. Worth the small investment to me. 
Cd mats, weights et. al.
I've been using a SID (Sound Improvement Disc) with a Herbie's Black Hole attached to the matt side. I hear more detail in the mid/upper midrange. More nuances and quieter backgrounds. 
Pioneer DVD-V7400 as a transport: INCREDIBLE
Thanks to you Oandj!Regards,MarvinKeep going forwards. --MS 
Grant Fidelity B-283 Tube Buffer: Worthwhile or No
I've been using a Grant Fidelity B-283 MK 2 for about nine months now. It has taken the edge off of digital and I do believe extended the dynamic range of my system. It makes my ears happy.Marvin 
Pioneer DVD-V7400 as a transport: INCREDIBLE
After approximately 120 hrs of burn-in I can say I made a great decision to buy this unit on eBay.My timing was perfect in reading the OP and going to eBay where I found a brand new unit and went for it. It has replaced my Oppo 980H for 2 ch playb... 
Pioneer DVD-V7400 as a transport: INCREDIBLE
I received my V7400 this am. The power is now back on here in L. A. and I've just connected the unit via the Lt. and Rt. analog outputs. Their is also a mono and a digital out. I connected the video to setup the unit and found that you can display... 
Pioneer DVD-V7400 as a transport: INCREDIBLE
Hi all, would owners of the V7400 comment on the sound difference if any between analog and digital out. 
Pioneer DVD-V7400 as a transport: INCREDIBLE
Oandj, I've been looking for a replacement for my Oppo 980H that I could afford and lucky me (so rare) I saw your post. After considering all the responses and comments I went to eBay and lucky me (again!) found a like new one for $129. plus S&... 
The next best Tweak ???
Ozzy, the same here (hear). I recently bought a NAD C 326BEE intergrated amp.; burned it in for 4 days nonstop. Played some Diana Krall and noticed that most of the sibilance I always heard was almost gone. I attached a 6v battery with 10k cap to ... 
The next best Tweak ???
Anyone have a idea as to how long it takes for a 10k cap to charge when connected to a 6v lantern battery?