Point to point wiring.

In regard to an inability to discern significant differences in sound between differing wires, my ears, and they definitely are not "golden" indeed have been amazed by the noted improvements. In terms of point to point wiring, at least on my newly acquired Quicksilvers, the sound is extremely captivating and engaging causing one to want to spend more time then is probably good for one's "family peace" listening to all my records and CD's over again. Yes, this is a hobby and changes/improvements often accompany careful improvements to the system. And if you can't hear the "improvements" you can save a lot of money by refraining from "upgrading" but for those "fortunates" that do hear a diffence enjoy your hobby.

Miler- In my opinion, PCB mounted components, be they thru-hole or SMT, ensure that all units are manufactured identically, whereas point-point wiring varies from assembler to assembler, or even with the same assembler during the course of the workday. And there is the obvious cost advantage over point-point except for an extremely small run. My two cents....

Point to point wiring is a heck of a lot easy to repair and modify than PCBs. BTW, my Cary amp was NOT assembled in a garage. I've been to the factory and met the nice ladies that assemble them. -JT

I appreciate Pbb's skepticism. "The Great Cryo'd Outlet Test" thread is a "great" illustration of its legitimacy and with a healthy supply of misinformation, people concerned about cryo'd screws, and people hearing differences after refrigerating their CDPs and thousands of hours of burn-in, those who say "nay" before I do are practically refreshing.

"You just want everyone else to be miserable too."

Pbb's post made me laugh.

"...you and me to bring some life..." Pbb, from Texas millionaire? I really doubt it.