Recent content by blueoak

Hi all, Today - in spirit of complete overkill, but mainly wanted pretty, custom length fit - I started an experiment to create audiophile-grade 3.5mm +12V trigger and McIntosh data cables. I really got tired of generic TRS cables from Amazon that never really fit my system. It also isn't...

Hi all, Today I was able to take delivery of both of my new Focal speakers. I got a pair of Focal Sopra 1s for my office and a pair of Focal Sopra 2s for my living room. My local dealer was great. :thumbsup: Placed the order and within 11 days received both pairs! My dealer even delivered them...

The Focal Sopra 1 speakers have arrived. I'm so excited. :banana: Old: New: The Focal Sopra 1 speaker are so big compared my old McIntosh XR50 speakers. Such a different sound and I love it. I'm full on Focal in all of my systems now. The office - Focal Sopra 1 speakers: Also...

Hi all, I didn't see a C1100 owners club yet, so I thought I might start a thread for all of the C1100 owners and people looking to purchase one. I just ordered one through my dealer and hope to receive it next week. It will be installed into my main system, which currently has: - Pair...

Hi all, I'm still very new to acoustic panels, so I'm having fun experimenting. I noticed that all the Magnolia Design Centers use acoustic panels from a company called Acoustic Geometry. The construction and acoustic properties seemed to be really great. I looked at the price online as well...

Hey guys, Wanted to update everyone on my DIY power cable journey. Believe it or not, I moved away from the Furutech cable. I found the copper shield too difficult to use. The engineer who designed this cable has no practical experience using it. The outer jacket is very tough, followed by a...