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Musician vs. audiophile
Musicians may not be a reliable source of information regarding audio systems since they may have diminished hearing due to hearing loss from being surrounded by high volume for extended periods of time. 
160Hegel and DNLA . . .
I have talked about a possible design flaw in Hegel amplifiers in other threads. I received verbal abuse from Hegel. It seems like your case is muted confirmation of my earlier observations. You are fortunate their response to you was benign. 
Hegel H360 comparing to seperates?
Hegel DACs? You must be joking. Once you listen to the PS Audio DirectStream then Hegel is quickly despatched. 
Hegel H360 comparing to seperates?
But don't expect Hegel to back you up if you run into any problems. They are Nordic Neanderthals when it comes to customer service. Been there with them. Caveat emptor. 
Hegel + Raidho
Raidho C1.1 and Atma-Sphere S-20 -- with Paul Speltz Zero Auto Transformers -- are a match made in heaven. Michael Borresen questioned how much headroom would be available to me with this combination but I rarely need more than 50% volume to fill ... 
Hegel + Raidho
My H20 failed with a pair of Raidho C1.1s. As I suspected a design flaw, I contacted Hegel. They demanded that I dismantle my system to find the source of the problem, as their unassailable amp could not possibly have been the cause. Their demand ... 
Dealers hijacking the discussions
scorpio1951,Avoid and ignore -- the best ways of dealing with these folks. 
Dealers hijacking the discussions
audiotroy,I agree. Avoiding their posts and their presence is the best way. 
Dealers hijacking the discussions
audiotroy,Please note that I was referring to commercial shills. I am not in the audio business and I do not have any affiliation with any audio company. I do not have a commercial agenda. 
Dealers hijacking the discussions
These days, entering into discussion on the forum risks encountering all kinds of people. I mostly stay away these days, because the forum has indeed deteriorated progressively over the years. Letting dealers express their opinions is one thing. T... 
Hegel Design Flaw?
I notice a lot of Hegel products are up for sale lately -- no mention of a design flaw. Who would mention a design flaw when trying to sell an allegedly world-class product? Don’t expect any help at all from Hegel on this one. They will tell you t... 
Synergistic Research HFT + FEQ
glory,These plumbing accessories are identical looking to the product Audio Magic sells. I suspect they may be the same -- in which case he has an excellent profit margin,  
Synergistic Research HFT + FEQ
If you use something like this then you don't need the copper caps:http://www.ebay.com/itm/PARKER-3GF-10-Seal-Bonnet-45-deg-Copper-Flare-PK-10-/381935277769?epid=11107... 
Anyone Using Crystals?
mahgister,I agree with you that the use of crystals is complex. And I agree with you that we should not "... dare to pass judgment like "mumbo Jumbo" about someone else experience without trying before mouthing ...". 
Anyone Using Crystals?
mahgister,Thank you very much for all the details. Your thoroughness and patience have been the keys to your success.You stated, "... you must experiment one pieces at a time, because all rooms and all systems are different ..." This has also been...