david_ten

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WHAT HAS WORKED FOR YOU? ISOLATION PLATFORMS, FOOTERS, ETC. for a DAC?
@randy-11: I've been on the Uptone bandwagon for some time now and was in the first wave for the Iso-Regen. I haven't brought it in-system yet...too many changes going on at present...I want the system to be fully stable before I test the Iso-Rege... 
WHAT HAS WORKED FOR YOU? ISOLATION PLATFORMS, FOOTERS, ETC. for a DAC?
@mikelavigne : Fascinating. I had no idea there were products available like the Herzan TS-150. It's a very interesting site. Thanks for bring this up and I'm really looking forward to reading about their technology and applications. I also took a... 
Integrated amp recommendation for B&W 805 D3 (Peachtree, Parasound, Hegel, Schiit?)
All are good options. Perhaps one of the dedicated Bowers & Wilkins forum threads would also be a good place to ask the question. Pairing and synergy with your speakers is important and they will have more experience with your specific speaker... 
Tekton Double Impacts
@pawsman: Thanks for your response. I've been wondering when someone would try the "Monitor" version of the Impacts or Double Impacts...It's good to hear that your setup is also working out very well. Keep us posted on your ongoing impressions. 
WHAT HAS WORKED FOR YOU? ISOLATION PLATFORMS, FOOTERS, ETC. for a DAC?
@geoffkait : thanks for the clarification.@chayro : Sage advice. And I do trust my ears. And more than a little bit. Your words put a smile on face...thanks.@folkfreak : 1. all of my components are housed in an all wood Standout Designs cabinet. 2... 
Tekton Double Impacts
@tekton: Very happy that your DIs are working out for you!@longdrive55  Great to hear that you are considering the DIs or Ulfberths.@pawsman: Thanks for sharing your impressions on the Impacts. Just to clarify, did you go with the "monitor' portio... 
Tekton Double Impacts
Bullitt, you mean Holy Job, right??? :)Both the JOB and the Odysseys are solid recommendations by the members who have brought them to your attention.Srajen Ebaen put JOB on the map early on, though his enthusiasm for them has faded a bit. You may... 
Fastest way to correct hifi system?
Also in agreement with your point @czarivey  
WHAT HAS WORKED FOR YOU? ISOLATION PLATFORMS, FOOTERS, ETC. for a DAC?
Erik, Thank you.I'm working on the room. I do have a power supply.Have remaining few wall warts off a Shunyata PS8, and am using a LPS where possible.USB 'Isolation, regeneration, etc' is via a Sonore microRendu w/ Ultracap LPS. Geoff, Thank you. ... 
Fastest way to correct hifi system?
+1 +1 +1 I had asked "Why Fast?" a number of posts ago.I understand and get the OPs need for ’Hassle Free’ but would like more clarity from the OP regarding why ’fast?’ 
Acoustic treatment for side glass doors / please, need ideas.
Great recommendation!    +1 @brf  
Upgrade Quandary: Ref 75SE vs Ref 150 (non SE)
@jo1mtb Since you are looking for "more definition and control, without messing with the rest of the sound" have you considered isolation platforms for your speakers? I looked at your system pic and if it is current, it looks like you are using so... 
Upgrade Quandary: Ref 75SE vs Ref 150 (non SE)
You obviously know the ARC sound and capabilities well... so, what's your gut telling you to do? 
Acoustic treatment for side glass doors / please, need ideas.
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Acoustic treatment for side glass doors / please, need ideas.
You're not worried about the glass glass which you use for your Scotch? It's a primary reflection point since it's in that sweetest sweet spot. Best place to start would be something like a Mapleshade brass or maple scotch tumbler.On a serious not...