mglik

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Cable recommandations
I would not think twice about buying a $1200 pair of Silversmith Fideliums! By far, the best speaker cables I have heard. I replaced $6K cables that are now relatively junk.  
Ridiculous sale
Some things are worth the wait. Then appreciated that much more.  
Competitive class D amp suggestions
@ghdprentice  Your AR 160 Ref stereo is not just the best AR I have heard, it may be the best amp I have heard. The monos must be threw the roof. So cool of your dealer to let you hold on to them. What I heard at your house was superb and defin... 
I finally got a record cleaning machine. First thoughts.
Actually, Better Records cleans with the Monks then apples the Walker system I have been curious about the Walker but take pause at the time consuming process.  
I finally got a record cleaning machine. First thoughts.
Clearaudio Matrix Used by Library of Congress?? I bought and love my Keith Monks RCM. It is used by the Library of Congress, BBC, Better Records, etc. It takes about a minute a side. I scrub in their proprietary fluid then suck it completely up w... 
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
The change in SQ with the Shunyata Triton/Typhon PC is truly tremendous. Every LP is  greatly improved but the changes are most notable on classical. The instruments are separated with air around each. There is layering with 3D presentation. The... 
Active or passive power conditioner?
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Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
Now that my new dedicated AC line is installed, I am deciding on replacing or combining my very pricey Shunyata PC with a PS Audio regenerator. The difference between running my mono blocks directly into the new line or connecting to the Shunyata... 
Is an isolation transformer better than a power conditioner?
Anyone have experience with a PS Audio regenerating unit (P15 or 20)? Active vs Passive?  
Many higher end preamps are dated and ugly, why is this?
Looks are important. Surely speakers are most prominent and the most important visual. Personally, I find most box speakers somewhat unattractive. At least the square box ones. Sonus Farber has sculpted boxes which are very aesthetic pleasing. For... 
Pigskin or jico leather mat
Anybody want to but the Tenuto? Cheap…  
Pigskin or jico leather mat
I had a Tenuto Gunmetal mat. The Oyaide mat blew it away!  
Townshend Audio Podiums: The Full Review
@havocman  IME, there was no adjustment necessary. I just placed my speakers on the podiums and that was that. I did ask Townshend if this was proper. They said yes.  
Pigskin or jico leather mat
Hey Ralph, I tried turning down my volume all the way when playing a LP. Heard no sound of the cartridge at all. Guess my new mat is doing a great job. I changed from the vinyl Oracle mat you recommended and now have the Oyaide tungsten infused ... 
Balanced versus single ended
@atmasphere  Hey Ralph, You absolutely convinced me that I did not need an expensive IC when using your amps and preamp. Has that changed now that I am using my AGD amps? Do you know if AGD supports the balanced standard. And do cables make a d...