lwerner

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Amps that are "forward"
I believe Audio Research amps (and pre-amps) are a bit forward, all the ARC amps I have had were, a vocalist is usualy a bit in front of the "plane" of the speakers, towards you. I have gotten used to the sound that way and prefer it.Len W 
audio Research REF 110 and KT 120 tubes
I also read somewhere that replacing the 6550`s with the KT 120`s upped the power by 20 watts per side. Or maybe 20 watts total. Can anyone confirm that? 
How popular is Wire Transfer.....
Thanks to all who have sent "in depth" explicite replys to the wire/bank transfer question,Len W 
Surface Noise - another question
Your problem is strange. I say so because I have virtualy the same set up you do. TNT 3.0 modified, superplatter, outer ring, SDS, Graham B-44, Clearaudio Stradivari, KAB etc. and on and on.My Lp`s are DEAD QUIET, I have NO surface noise at all, t... 
component cones/spikes vs. rubber
"DING" the winner is, Mechans, If you use Spikes, or better, pointed brass Footers, you will have a path for vibrations to leave the componant.If you use soft rubber pucks, or similar, no vibrations will get into your componant, BUT the one`s you ... 
More hifi in TV ads
# 1 best show on your flatscreen, the Pawn Shop! Relaxing and informative, Chumly and Big Hoss have everything under control!Better than, CSIMiamiNewYorkLosAngelesDetroitUnitMI1Boardwalk etc etc etc. 
Audio Research REF 3 and REF 5 Tweaks
I recently re-tubed my ARC monoblocks, the supplier had Svetlana "Winged C" 6550`s which were also "Cryo-ed" 100 hr treatment by Pearl. These tube`s made a great difference in resolution and detail.Wondering if replacing the single 6550 in the Ref... 
Question for ARC aficionados
Read the ARC VSi60 review in this months (Sept) Stereophile by Robert Reina.He gushes all over the VSi60 saying stuff like "....cut from the same cloth as the Ref 110", and more. He can`t stop drooling over it! 
New Magnepan 1.7 Owner
Go to www.Audioasylum.com, then click on "planar speakers",There is more "Maggie" information there than you are able to read in your lifetime!Len W 
turntable recommendations for a vinyl newbie...
You are too kind and fair beyond description.You got your new Porsche, special order and it`s guaranteed to do 0 - 60 in 4.0 sec flat and 180mph.and now,you want to see how an American car stacks up, BUT you only want to spend $1000, you could get... 
Which powerfilter for best picture on Plasma & LCD
No aftermarket power cord will plug directly into the back of your Sony. You will need an adaptor (Audio Advisor)I have a Sony XBR Bravia and use a spare Shunyata Alpha power cord into Richard Gray AC filter with very good results. Takes away any ... 
Hi-Fi Tunig Fuses & Parasound A21
I agree with Rodman 99999, also Maggies are known for the ribbon tweeter with outstanding high`s, the fuses gave an obvious improvement with even more resolution way way up in frequency, that was a pleasent supprise.Len W 
Hi-Fi Tunig Fuses & Parasound A21
Not Parasound but I have replaced every fuse in my ARC PH7, Ref 3 and ARC Classic (tube) monoblocks with HI-FI tuning fuses. None are ever comming out!I did not put them in all at once. I did them one at a time and moved on to the next. They even ... 
ARC PH7 upgrade
When you find out, let me know. I am ready to send my PH7 in for the upgrade, some positive feedback would be nice, but would ARC offer an upgrade that did not show an obvious improvement? 
ARC PH7 Owners is it worth updating to new 5881
There is a "upgraded" Ph7 for sale now on Audiogon,by a dealer who also describes the difference with the single 5881 tube.ARC has reputaion for outstanding products and I doubt it would put out an upgrade that was worthless.I will send my PH7 in ...