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Akai 747 w/DBX question
I found it. I was not searching for the type II. Nice  
Akai 747 w/DBX question
Are you sure its the 224 and not the 234? 
Akai 747 w/DBX question
@sleepwalker65 Right. I actually remember that Dolby made a stand alone component to provide the DNR. I had forgotten that you can buy both devices. I think I will look into the 224 because I do like the Dynamic range extension that is gives as a ... 
Akai 747 w/DBX question
Thanks for the info guys.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Today I took the Kamasi Washington Heaven and earth for a spin. got it for Xmas and Im happy to say I like it way better than "The Epic" Just listened to Rhye "Woman" Rather interesting group. Had no idea that is a man singing lead. If you like mu... 
How important is it for you to attain a holographic image?
Interesting. Most have already touched on my feelings on the matter. Just wanted to say good conversation.  
Has anyone added a small subwoofer to 2 channel and been thrilled with the result?
@casteeb I am a firm believer in subs regardless if its a two channel system or not. There is no sense in missing the information in the lower octaves simply because it's a two channel system. I guess Im just not that much of a purist. So if addin... 
Why Power Cables Affect Sound
Spoken like a true Skeptic LOL.  
Why Power Cables Affect Sound
Just an observation. Interesting conversation. I started reading it from the beginning but then the same ole pattern was obvious. There are those who have spent the money, did some serious listening, and have drawn some conclusions on if this or t... 
Skeptic or just plain hard headed
@mrdecibel  Mr D. I am willing to do that power cable swap in a few weeks and report back. For now I am going to get back to the music for a while. I spent a month on this exeriement and I plan to simply "enjoy the music" as you say for a bit. The... 
So you want to build a good sounding audio system hu?
I got my first system in 1975. My brother returned home from Vietnam with a Pioneer receiver and a Gerard turntable he gave me. Later my parents allowed me to get a pair of speakers. I ended up adding some Radio Shack super tweeters to them lol. B... 
So you want to build a good sounding audio system hu?
I agree on speakers should be the first price of gear you buy and the largest part of your budget. I have power as number 1 because clean power is oh so important. I also think the room should be considered before you buy any gear at all. Most peo... 
Skeptic or just plain hard headed
@mrdecibel Mr D.oddly enough I DO believe power cables make a difference and I have already upgraded all my power cables in both systems. However I will be happy to perform a listening test using the standard power cords that cane with my componen... 
Skeptic or just plain hard headed
@elizabeth  "Bravo!! Bravo!! great thread, great work, and a thorough effort. Thank you for all the work you put into this! Good luck!"Your welcome. Thanks for all your help and input.  
Skeptic or just plain hard headed
Geoff"Can anyone answer the question I posed before - why do Morrow Cables require more burn in time than other cables? Or is it that other cable companies underestimate burn in time or burn in time is not specified? Or maybe MA overestimates burn...