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Built a Flexi-type rack?
Hi guys,Question: how do you plan to attach cones (Audiopoints or Mapleshade) to the brass rods?And what do you think about just grinding rods to a point, compared to above mentioned cones?I'm planning to go with 1'' rods. Looked-up requisite size... 
What speakers are you guys driving your BAT's with
Oregon,Can you comment on BAT vs. PrimaLuna? I have BAT-75SE now, and was considering Primaluna when I was shopping.Thanks 
Jethro Tull
My favorite band, I can listen to it anytime. Been at a live shows many times, and managed to see Ian playing with symphonic orchestra 3 times this year- absolutely outstanding.My favorites are:Living in the PastBenefitAqualungHeavy HorsesChristma... 
What speakers are you guys driving your BAT's with
Von Schweikert VR-4JR, BAT-75 SE. I feel BAT has enough power. 
Built a Flexi-type rack?
Jdubs,What size shelves did you buy? And also, do you know if they are air- or kiln-dried? 
How to use multimeter
Dewald,Thanks again 
Built a Flexi-type rack?
Thank you Slipknot,I'll look into butcher blocks option. 
Built a Flexi-type rack?
Thanks Richard,I got a price from McMaster website:Brass rods 3'-$47x4= $188 6'-$77x4= $308They don't have 4' length listedBrass nuts and washers- appr. $150Plus maple.You obviously didn't pay much for 4 shelves in that size.A guy of Timbernation ... 
How to use multimeter
Dewald,Thanks for the detailed response, still I wanted to clarify a few points;When you say: "Disconnect speaker and connect the MM to ch. A."- wouldn't it be a problem to have an amp running with no load on one channel and a load (speaker B) con... 
Built a Flexi-type rack?
Richard,I did an estimate based on your description and parts list, and it comes exactly the price of a similar rack from Mapleshade Records.The only difference is that Mapleshade uses steel rods, not brass.Could you please share how much $$$ it c... 
The BEST Listening Chair u’ve ever had or saw??
Tireguy,Thanks, I will get in touch with Brent. 
The BEST Listening Chair u’ve ever had or saw??
Do you guys know of a sofa similar in design to "Zero Gravity Chair"? I really need more than one seat (married)Regards 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Slowhand,Thanks, I figured that much.BTW: Why Melbac? It's Malbec 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Has anybody got Malbec amps yet? 
Amplifier suggestions for Von Schweikert VR4 JR
I drive VR-4JR's with BAT-75SE and with Thetareadnaught II before that. BAT is a better match in my system.