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Question about audiophile DC cables
After looking around online, DC cable options are not very plentiful. I found a few that were more than I cared to spend. One cable that I saw recommended in a couple forums is made by Ghent Audio. I went directly to their website and ordered this... 
Improving Your Front End Sound Quality Without a Dedicated Line
The P15 is pricey. I used to own a Power Plant Premier many systems ago.  
Improving Your Front End Sound Quality Without a Dedicated Line
millercarbon has been helpful before on dm so no problem. 
What happened to JW Audio?
I love his cables too. It's too bad he closed shop. I emailed him and he's doing fine.  
Member Almarg passed away last night
I don’t come here nearly as often as before and just happened to see this thread. It surprised me and gave me a chill. So sorry to hear about Al. I didn't know him, but he helped me many times with email advice on equipment and electronics. Always... 
What has been your costliest mistake in this hobby?
My costliest mistake was not stopping the purchases before I spent all my disposable income from savings. And, secondly not finding someone locally (maybe a knowledgeable dealer) who new audio (since I was a newbie back when) to help me with syste... 
This Equipment Recommendation Actually Worked Out Well!
I know what you mean about "random stuff" redwoodaudio. Jameco is an electronics online seller who sells some gear on Amazon. They sell the isolation transformer I referred to direct.  I also have a Jameco LPS that I purchased direct from their we... 
High Powered Holographic Amplifiers
I agree with the advice given by tablejockey "you need excellent electricity" and douglas "the source lacks holography." By addressing the source (DAC) with first a power cable upgrade and 2nd and isolation transformer, I greatly improved the soun... 
is this the greatest live band of all time?
No one can pick a “greatest” because every  person has their own opinion of what the greatest live band is.  Each great band had their moments of greatness in concert. I saw Yes in 73 and they were absolutely great, but the Yessongs album which wa... 
Has there been any inexpensive item that enhanced your system's sound?
Adding this WAudio W-3900 power conditioner to the list. It cost very little by audiophile standards, but it really does a fantastic job in my setup with a Maestro Outlet> W-3900 (using stock power cord as a baseline)>Silver Audio Wattmaster... 
Power Conditioners
Knowing this is an older thread l’ll still make a late suggestion even though you may have made a purchase already. The inexpensive but good WAudio AC Power Purifier is very effective. I would recommend only for use with front end gear (DAC, CD Pl... 
This Equipment Recommendation Actually Worked Out Well!
Thanks itsjustme and millercarbon, I appreciate all the technical information added to the thread. millercarbon - great setup! Saw those Talon Khorus; I used to own the Ravens - what a nut I was to part with those!redwoodaudio, when I was using th... 
Has there been any inexpensive item that enhanced your system's sound?
Adding this isolation transformer to the list:  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R5CDG8O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  
This Equipment Recommendation Actually Worked Out Well!
roxy54, here’s the change with the DAC plugged into the isolation transformer: fuller images, improved imaging, midbass has more presence and punch, more transparency; good clarity. It took about 6 days for the sound to settle after powering up. I... 
This Equipment Recommendation Actually Worked Out Well!
Yeh roxy54, the isolation transformer PC is plugged into an AC outlet and the DAC PC is plugged into an outlet on the transformer. Only a single piece connected to the transformer. ericsch, if I saw those Amazon reviews without any context, I woul...