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How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
Where I am now   Amp keeps getting worse with glitches and crashes. AI was wrong previously and of limited use. Now it is advising sent the amp to Bryston.   
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
AI: ” 2. Improving Transient Response and "Pacing" A premium power cable uses high-purity, heavy-gauge copper and specialized connectors that drastically reduce the AC line impedance and DC resistance compared to standard stock cords. An audio... 
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
Remember, I have used Charter Oak PEQ-1 in my Bryston tape loop for over a decade. AI got me to understand finally that my upgrading all the PCs systemwide has triggered the increase in shutdowns, due to the safety mechanisms picking up quicker vo... 
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
Yes yes it is a hot signal issue. I’ve learned to tame it. It’s not an amp issue. It’s how a pro piece w inherent hot signal interacts with my amp. And no, I don’t expect Mike at Bryston to know much about putting transformer balanced +4 dbu gear ... 
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
And I’ll add the person I spoke to at Bryston has been there a long time, is knowledgeable as well as caring and a good listener. Have used him to troubleshoot in the past. Know and like him.   
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
I’d rather not say. But suffice to say the amp was exhibiting a multitude of symptoms that, looked at as a whole and without ignoring anything I wrote, AI was able to help me whereas Bryston rep just ultimately said to send them the amp. They also... 
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
I really think reading all my questions and all its answers is, while tedious, incredibly instructive as to just what AI can do with a complex electrical audio issue. You will also read its two slip ups that I called out on and allow it to recover... 
How AI fixed my Bryston integrated’s crashing problem
I you read the whole thing (I know, it’s terribly long), it really takes a great deal more querying beyond the earlier section to get at why the amp was crashing. It is multi factorial but primarily related to how hot a pro signal can be going bac... 
My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
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My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
Super. Thanks!  Opening the link puts you at the END. can scroll up all the way. 😊  
My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
How AI fixed my Bryston problem  
My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
Oh thanks. Will immediately fix  
My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
BTW, AI gave me the answers that Bryston tech support could not.   
My insane discussion with AI over my audio setup
Okay…big breath. I have had amp crashing issues lately. So I relentlessly pursued this with AI. While it has stumbled along the way, and the path was long and circuitous, it has delivered me all the answers I need on a very complex topic. Copy and... 
The Loneliest Hobby, PART 2
I joined Space Coast Audio Society. I now have several audio hobbyist friends I regularly commune with. Via shows together, text, house visits, club meetings. It doesn’t HAVE to be lonely. As a consequence of joining the club, I have a new friend ...