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Anticables Level 5 speaker cables
I am using Level 6 speaker cables and these are a significant improvement over my previous Level 5s. Do keep in mind that Paul/Anticables recommended using the Level 5s for the high/mids cable on a bi-wired speaker. The Level 6s are truly a full-r... 
McCormack Amp Upgrades
The Purple Fuse was a great upgrade.  
McCormack Amp Upgrades
Has anyone done the upgrade to replace the fuse with a circuit breaker switch?  
Power cable from wall socket to power strip
I added a 4AWG/per conductor power cord from the Furutech wall outlet to the PS Audio P20 and another 4AWG power cord from the P20 to the high current Steve McCormack modified DNA-1. The increased amperage was well-appreciated by Tekton Design Dou... 
SET Lovers, what's the one solid state amp you love(d)?
I enjoy the added soundstage and “drive” of the McCormack DNA-1 when my LTA ZOTL40 is rotated. I mainly listen to jazz.   
SMc DNA-1 Power Block Upgrade
JJ, Your comments about the power block upgrade have me salivating. My SMc GT-20+ setup keeps me smiling. Somehow, Steve/Patrick have a product that is musical, detailed, and dynamic. As soon as Patrick has a spot for my amp, the power block upg... 
McCormack dna-1 upgrade or no
My original DNA-1 was purchased in 1994 and gone through 3 upgrades. The only remaining original part is the heat fins. I am considering the power block upgrade because separate power supplies on my LTA preamp and Lumin streamer do make quite a no... 
Considering Towers in the $3000 range
Tekton Double Impacts do well in my system with a variety of music. They sound good at low and high volume levels. The speakers are big…yet, disappear. After owning them since 2018, I feel no need to replace them. They significantly reflect any ch... 
2 Ohm Tekton Pendragons
I am no technical guru in the class of MillerCarbon. Presently, I drive my Tekton Design 4 Ohm Double Impacts with a Linear Tube Audio ZOTL40 Reference+ amplifier. With the ZOTL technology, I believe this amp should be able to drive the 2 Ohm Pend... 
Tekton Design - New IRL Technology - Lifelike, Real, Immersive
I bought the Double Impact Tektons that were at the 2019 Capitol AudioFest and am still happy. Whenever, I make a minor or major change in equipment the speakers reflect, accordingly. As well, Tekton Design was quick to replace  a woofer damaged i... 
The Best Isolation/ Vibration Footers per component - what's your experience?
I am impressed with the CenterStage 2 footers. They have given my system a "total face-lift". The improvement in clarity across the sound spectrum from highs to lows was remarkable. Moreover, they provided increased "oomph" perception because of t... 
LTA ZOTL40 Reference+ Amplifier
t recently purchased the Reference+ and, it functions as advertised for my setup. The clarity, soundstage and dynamics were well above my previous LTA Ultralinear amplifier's capability. The Reference+ has an uncanny combination of detail and musi... 
Your tube preamp and ss amp thread
Running a Linear Tube Audio MZ3 and upgraded SMc Audio DNA-1. I recently added Iconoclast ICs and am replaying my favorites - very impressed and happy! 
Remarkably better sound possible with just 1 system component change?
I added the sBooster to my Lumin U1 Mini and got a big improvement in sound.  
Upgrades that met/exceeded your expectations and those that felt short
Upgraded SMc DNA-1 amplifier to G20 Ultra+. The last upgrade in 2014 was a strong improvement. The G20 Ultra upgrade delivered an amplifier that way exceeded my expectations. My Double Impact speakers are doing a happy dance!