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| Power conditoner isolation I've noticed a slight improvement with the 2" maple under power conditioners. The feet make as much difference. I prefer at least two cone type so the PLC doesn't slide when plugging or unplugging cords. Next, I will try the 4" wood. Thorpe Engine... | |
| BAT VK5i power tubes.. 6l6? 5881? kt66? by who? I also like the original Tung-Sols in the power supply.My 5se now has the 6H30s for the signal, but still uses the 6DJ8s in the outboard regulators. So I can't match the reg tubes with the signal tubes. There I use the Siemens 6DJ8s.I would like t... | |
| IEC inlet socket Most IEC plugs are tapered somewhat and are usually too long. The Marinco plugs are this way, as are many others.What I have done on most of my cords is cut or sand off 1/8 to 3/16 inch of the plastic end. The internal prongs will now contact furt... | |
| Review: Balanced Audio VK-P10 Tube preamp I have not tried the newest Audioquest interconnects but did do lots of comparisons, starting about six years ago. So far I have found the Kubala, Tara the One, and Nordost SPM to sound very good with the BAT tube preamp. I recently purchased a St... | |
| CES 2005 Initial impressions... For speakers I was impressed with the Intuitive Design Summit, The Rethems, and the Mangers in the Overkill room. These rooms I could stay in for some time without wanting to leave.For electronics I liked the Rowland-Wadia room which used the Kuba... |