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My JL Audio sub is dead. What exactly happened?
I've owned JL Audio fathom subs for some time.  My fathom 113 v1did have a failure after a power outage.    Sub was repaired by JL Audiobut they recommended using a surge protector to avoid any chanceof amp failure.  Currently I own 2 fathom 212 v... 
Pure Music 1.88a
PM 1.89a just crashed . Audirvana Plus works fine. Just don't get it! 
Pure Music 1.88a
Just upgraded to Puremusic 1.89a that recently was posted on Channel D'ssite. So far integration with iTune 11.01 seems perfect. Sounds really good.Looks like the problems with iTunes 11 are fixed. 
Pure Music Memory Play
If you are using iTunes 11 with Puremusic there may besome issues. I've encountered some issues myself. UntilPuremusic 1.9 is finalized I've downloaded Audirvana Plus 1.4 version. ZERO issues with iTunes 11 and sounds great. Audirvana Plus also wo... 
Mach2Music mini and Amarra : Huge disappointment
Just wanted to share an excellent 24/98 downloadfrom iTrax. Laurence Juber's "Guitar Noir" (13 tracks) iswonderfully textured and sonically really well done. 
Mach2Music mini and Amarra : Huge disappointment
I can certainly understand your frustration however myexperience has been quite the opposite. I too own aMach 2 modified 2011 mac mini which in my case is connectedto a Playback Designs mps-5 with USB-x. This setup wil play all formats as well as ... 
ARC Ref 3 Main Output Impedance Question
Bifwynne, I had the same issue with my ARC Ref 3 and JL Audiosubs. You should be able to resolve this by insertingan impedance buffer between the preamp and sub. CallTom Tutay from Transition Audio Design in Florida.He can make a solid state buffe... 
Preamp with tone control.
Why not add a graphic equalizer? I believe Audiosource is still making them. 
speaker ground hum
All excellent suggestions. If all else fails haveyour Cable TV ground checked where it enters your house.This eliminated a terrible hum in my family roomsurround system. Good luck. 
JL Audio F113 --- Loud Buzz --- ??? --- Bizzarre
Both my fathom f113 subs were severely damaged aftera power failure/surge. JL Audio needed to replace theamplifiers and wiring. As JL Audio suggested I'm nowusing Surg-x surge protection units with each sub.JL Audio honored the warranty but the re... 
Levinson 335 or Parasound JC 1's
I think the Levinson 335/ARC Ref 3 would be a very nice combo. Make sure the capacitors in the 335 were replacedfairly recently. The seller should have documentation.If seller cannot verify the cap replacement I wouldlook elsewhere. Lots of luck. 
New Rowland Criterion 2-chassis battery pre
Guido, I've enjoyed following this thread. Thanks for yourinsights and thoughtful review. I've been enjoying myARC Ref 3 preamp for a few years. My dealer has offered tomake arrangements for a home audition of the new ARC Ref 5. I would also love ... 
projector upgrade?
Thanks Bulldogger and Queefee. 
Wilson's new speaker the Sasha is coming.
You can view a few photos of Wilson's Sasha WP at[http://www.avhub.com.au/NewsArticle.aspx?MagazineID=5&NewsArticleID=1285] 
pixelization?
Thanks for all insightful responses. My only questionis why does this only happen on HD channels? The SDchannels of the same programs are fine. The improvedpicture in HD far outweighs this issue. Watching my beloved NY Yankees win last night in HD...