czarivey

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No more big power supplies for preamps
What happened are they expired or outsourced to China? 
Cayin 300B integrated amp-popping sound
array of reasons:tube(s) going bad -- swap tubes between channels one by one and see if problem moves to another channel.cap(s) going bad -- visually inspect circuit for any out of shape caps(mostly DC): leaking, bubbling, bending.poor cold solder... 
Can Digital beat our Analog installations?
Cs, I will still love analogue! 
Can Digital beat our Analog installations?
Maybe, but I don't care. 
Affordable DAC for iPhone 5?
First I believe you need docking station with digital out. 
Why does Spectral have such a cult following
You can get much more affordable digital amps for same or better performance. 
Damping the analogue "setup"
You may still want to play with "sweet spot" for your VTF and VTA.Using a record clamp is also encouraged. 
Songs That Sound the Same
Jefferson Airplane sounds like Beetles. 
whats it worth
I would first match parameters and price ranges per specific parameters of your pre to compare with to derive the right price. 
Sub-woofer fast enough for Horns?
Vandersteen subs are faster than Rel. 
How to test balance between right and left channel
if it has vu meters, than you can play mono record on stereo pick-up. 
WYRED4SOUND STP-SE IN HOUSE UPGRADES
Overpriced Parts + Overpriced Labor = Poor Value.Check out Vishay revenue for the past years and figures will always take the right place.Knowing math also helps even without knowing electronics. 
WYRED4SOUND STP-SE IN HOUSE UPGRADES
Overpriced Parts + Overpriced Labor = Poor Value. 
Best Powercord for a TV?
In general terms, audio aftermarket power cords are specifically designed to alter the sound so audiophiles FEEL and HEAR DIFFERENCES. It's a HARD task to achieve. One has to emit so much of EMI of specific form so it will bring pleasant distortio... 
WYRED4SOUND STP-SE IN HOUSE UPGRADES
$3k upgrade on $55 parts + 1...2 hour labor. I couldn't believe that W4S is capable of that kinda insanity as I've always thought that their products are resonably designed and priced:(