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Why Preamps Thump on Turn on by erik_squires · 1,338 views	14	June 4, 2024 5:24pm
Suggestions for testing a never installed, 20-year boxed amp. by philliprcook · 1,022 views	12	June 8, 2024 6:19pm
Seeking help with the Innuos Sense app by hodu · 272 views	10	June 4, 2024 4:22pm
Why is my expensive streamer to my DAC better than sending Roon or my Mac directly to DAC by weiserb · 403 views	10	June 3, 2024 12:24am

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CarPlay Conundrum by 69zoso69 · 59 views	0	June 10, 2024 5:24pm
Modding the PS Audio Directstream DAC MK1 and MK2 by richardselectronics · 31,321 views	244	June 10, 2024 1:54pm
Suggestions for testing a never installed, 20-year boxed amp. by philliprcook · 1,022 views	12	June 8, 2024 6:19pm
Power adapter/supply for Mirage LFX-3 crossover by lotusm50 · 136 views	4	June 7, 2024 3:43pm
Power conditioners and power regeneration by pureclarity · 6,235 views	42	June 7, 2024 2:23pm
Test CD s, which ones to get. by pcc · 6,313 views	24	June 5, 2024 4:19pm
Raysonic SP-100 by russ_d · 88 views	2	June 5, 2024 1:32pm
The Sound Signature of a Headphone Amp by goofyfoot · 218 views	10	June 5, 2024 12:17am
Why Preamps Thump on Turn on by erik_squires · 1,338 views	14	June 4, 2024 5:24pm
Seeking help with the Innuos Sense app by hodu · 272 views	10	June 4, 2024 4:22pm
Why is my expensive streamer to my DAC better than sending Roon or my Mac directly to DAC by weiserb · 403 views	10	June 3, 2024 12:24am
Power conditioner or not? by lamcam · 18,657 views	48	June 2, 2024 10:08pm
NAD C-388 w/BluOS2i WiFi Connectivity by mwatsme · 7,715 views	17	June 2, 2024 1:19am
Which does a better job of grounding your system Entreq products or Shunyata Altaira ? by garebear · 282 views	4	May 29, 2024 2:58pm
Phono Preamp Tube Rush by david99 · 2,762 views	4	May 29, 2024 12:02pm
SEEKING A NEW AUDIO RACK by kjl1065 · 3,537 views	23	May 29, 2024 11:02am
Stupid question about hooking up a streamer by hodu · 340 views	6	May 27, 2024 8:14pm
why balanced power last before component? by ptss · 9,487 views	47	May 26, 2024 3:15am
An argument for fuses and maybe power cables in power amplifier by andy2 · 780 views	16	May 25, 2024 12:39pm
must you play music to break in tubes by lloydc · 994 views	23	May 25, 2024 1:38am
Did anyone else disconnect thier equipment due to the geomagnetic storms? by markcasazza · 1,873 views	27	May 20, 2024 1:16am
Giving Advice without recommending your own equipment by carlsbad2 · 2,275 views	37	May 16, 2024 1:18pm
The weirdness continues by celtic66 · 337 views	0	May 10, 2024 9:58pm
Shipping company recommendations for large speakers? by louisl · 342 views	4	May 9, 2024 5:36pm
Anyone having shipping issues with Viva Tubes by rufusluna · 1,293 views	13	May 9, 2024 5:24pm
Coaxial - USB from DAC by mendef · 403 views	5	May 9, 2024 5:22pm
Can a poorly connected XLR connection cause a reduced(less loud) signal? by gemoody · 429 views	10	May 7, 2024 3:56pm
Preamp or not. by db2 · 212 views	1	May 6, 2024 9:34pm
How can I establish a reference level? by mikewerner · 5,240 views	24	April 29, 2024 8:22pm
The Wonderful World of CD-R's by bolong · 2,363 views	13	April 24, 2024 8:46pm
HFT High Frequency Transducer by audiosens · 7,064 views	18	April 17, 2024 6:09am
What to change in my system by scott22 · 1,359 views	15	April 16, 2024 2:16pm
Besides the BBB how do you fight claim resolution against FedEx by spenav · 910 views	17	April 14, 2024 10:08pm
Can anyone recommend a new or NOS 300B or 805 vacuum tube? by 2psyop · 324 views	5	April 14, 2024 9:19pm
This should be easy but isn't. by billykzzz · 560 views	8	April 11, 2024 4:22am
Component contributions to “sound stage” by knownothing · 2,655 views	58	April 10, 2024 7:29pm
Technics 1500 US needs repair by thefile · 258 views	1	April 9, 2024 7:57pm
Would you buy a pair of speakers by just looking at the measured freq. response? by andy2 · 1,586 views	38	April 5, 2024 4:12am
To upgrade a separate power supply? by ptss · 364 views	7	April 2, 2024 3:23pm
In-wall cable by vuckovic · 1,081 views	8	April 2, 2024 11:45am
Upgrades and repairs on hi fi components by morbius2130aol · 2,804 views	20	April 1, 2024 8:31pm
Teac drives by gassman_67 · 219 views	0	March 30, 2024 8:35pm
Speaker isolation - spikes on puck, springs, sorbothane by adsell · 753 views	14	March 30, 2024 3:27pm
Audio Racks, Just How beneficial? looking for guidance in upgrading by blue_strat · 2,156 views	51	March 29, 2024 11:22pm
Never too lake for massing stands by celtic66 · 322 views	2	March 28, 2024 3:07am
A great interview with David Chesky. by bdp24 · 603 views	6	March 27, 2024 4:50am
Fully DC-Powered Home Audio System by mkgus · 2,305 views	7	March 25, 2024 2:31am
Excellent interview with Mark Levinson by gdaddy1 · 706 views	8	March 24, 2024 7:38pm
Loud vs. Tactile Bass by mkgus · 683 views	12	March 20, 2024 4:07pm
cd skipping by marley119 · 617 views	10	March 20, 2024 12:04am


RCA to XLR (Anthem MRX to dan d'agostino progression) by kirill_lac · 1,516 views	4	March 17, 2024 6:49pm
roon sound wasn't as good by gshaikun · 1,263 views	23	March 15, 2024 10:04am
Scientifically proven improvement for sound clarity. by gdaddy1 · 778 views	13	March 12, 2024 1:17am
Terry DeWick has passed by yyman23 · 1,429 views	8	March 10, 2024 8:59am
Praise for Old School Voltage Regulators by erik_squires · 314 views	1	March 9, 2024 4:08am
how to test tubes with your multimeter(filament continuity) by artemus_5 · 412 views	3	March 6, 2024 6:34pm
Measurements for a dedicated line by erik_squires · 3,282 views	61	March 6, 2024 6:01pm
Ham Radio Interference from next door neighboor by topvideo · 7,210 views	21	March 6, 2024 1:20pm
Is it a Bad Tube or a Bad fuse (Fuse Fatigue)? by artemus_5 · 522 views	13	March 1, 2024 5:21pm
Mysterious power tube behavior by armstrod · 381 views	5	February 29, 2024 9:52pm
“Center” of soundstage is left of center… by fosolitude · 585 views	8	February 29, 2024 12:04pm
Why do we listen to sad songs? Interesting article! by quincy · 1,470 views	10	February 27, 2024 9:20pm
Looking for a smooth sounding 6922 variant by peter_s · 447 views	10	February 27, 2024 4:41pm
Dedicated 20 amp circuit. 10/2 or 10/3? by mmenasci · 2,641 views	41	February 26, 2024 8:42pm
First world problems - Rf Shielding.... by cgeoly · 402 views	3	February 20, 2024 3:25pm
SONIC CRAFT ??? IS THERE REALLY A SONIC CRAFT STORE ??? by autospec · 5,410 views	9	February 20, 2024 5:02am
Private Messaging by malatu · 585 views	10	February 18, 2024 10:09pm
Factory service for products from the 90's by ptss · 1,802 views	26	February 18, 2024 7:56pm
Upgrade your dimmers for quieter AC and room noise by erik_squires · 463 views	1	February 18, 2024 4:47pm
Mogami Power Cable by lcjockey · 669 views	10	February 17, 2024 8:50pm
Furman Upgrade to Niagra by navyachts · 2,223 views	34	February 17, 2024 8:33pm
The Best Bass Ever? A Subwoofer Discovery by mkgus · 3,339 views	15	February 16, 2024 4:33pm
Please help with biasing instructions for The Fourier Sans Pareil OTL mono block amps!? by bouncehit · 489 views	2	February 16, 2024 11:05am
What affects front to back depth in room/ system? by veerossi · 4,278 views	64	February 15, 2024 2:07am
Upgrade to Spectral preamps/amps by ptss · 245 views	0	February 13, 2024 5:33pm
Shielding components from EMI/RFI... Help please by bryoncunningham · 75,031 views	115	February 12, 2024 6:14pm
Delay RCA signal by spit00n · 247 views	1	February 12, 2024 3:52pm
Repairs to Spectral preamp by ptss · 411 views	4	February 10, 2024 10:09pm
Reliable Uberlight Flex 3300 by kenrus · 221 views	0	February 5, 2024 6:09am
Announcement: Axiom Audio acquisitions of Bryston and Magnum Dynalab by akg_ca · 1,492 views	8	February 5, 2024 1:00am
Experience With Cutler Hammer (Eaton) CH Series Panels by dodgealum · 924 views	9	February 3, 2024 5:52pm
Grounding System Dissection by davetheoilguy · 683 views	5	January 31, 2024 11:22am
Audio Quest Niagara 5000 by tattooedtrackman · 1,598 views	22	January 24, 2024 9:24pm
AN Niobium versus Tantalum resistors? by clustrocasual · 9,165 views	54	January 23, 2024 2:21am
Linlai Elite vs Psvane Acme 845 by zipost · 7,797 views	12	January 21, 2024 8:21am
Muzishare X7 - Pop in Right Speaker when turned off? by escorial · 1,249 views	3	January 20, 2024 9:14pm
Earth (isolated) ground vs. wall outlet ground. by yesiam_a_pirate · 2,509 views	13	January 19, 2024 6:37pm
Room EQ Wizard, Audio Output by paullb · 766 views	6	January 18, 2024 12:08am
Analogue clipping from digital sources by antigrunge2 · 692 views	19	January 17, 2024 6:56pm
Evaluating Equipment-induced EMI noise in one’s audio system by celander · 1,420 views	18	January 16, 2024 9:29pm
Hickok 750 Tube Tester US vs. European Settings by swampwalker · 500 views	4	January 14, 2024 1:11pm
clipping by marley119 · 623 views	12	January 10, 2024 1:05am
Weakest link in my system by tattooedtrackman · 3,289 views	60	January 1, 2024 3:54am
Very good AES presentation on inter connects and ground loops. by tvrgeek · 2,568 views	25	December 31, 2023 7:29pm
standby mode by velocityofhue · 459 views	4	December 31, 2023 6:29pm
Bad Disc Arcam DV29 by 51derrill · 5,744 views	5	December 30, 2023 8:26am
Isolation platforms by tattooedtrackman · 934 views	6	December 30, 2023 2:19am
CROSS OVER CAPS by clintborland · 518 views	3	December 29, 2023 2:20am
Perlisten D12 03-00 Error Code by ja_kub_sz · 717 views	4	December 25, 2023 7:42pm
TA-102 fo.Q Product from Japan "TRY These" by ozzy · 20,695 views	99	December 19, 2023 8:09pm