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    Re: I guess it's time to go....

    I have had tinnitus for decades as a result of a head injury sustained in a cycling accident. You might try Lipo-Flavonoid or vinpocetine. Neither one of these is a proven clinical treatment, but...
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    Re: New Luxman d-10x sacd/cd-player

    So, I finally bought the D-10X from Suncoast since that's where I heard about it first, and Mike was so keen on it when it was introduced. I could have bought anything. I was going to go listen to...
  3. Re: LTA/Steve Guttenberg/Are there true bargains in the high end?

    In LTA you may have chosen an exception to the rule. Their engineering designs are the work of David Berning who is something of an audio legend with several patents to his name. His own company's...
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    Re: Lifespan of Capacitors

    I'm going to cry when the electrolytic capacitors die in my custom hybrid amplifier's power supply. Those 16 Black Gate FK 10,000 uF cost around $4K 20 years ago and are now unobtainum!

    Oh, it's...
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    Re: I'm still in love with my speakers

    I still like my Magnepan 3.6s, but that's probably because I've modified the heck out of them (also owned 3.5s and T-1Ds).
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    Re: A Friends DIY For Me

    Wow, what a journey! You are so lucky to have Phil work on things. One thing that surprises me is the ground loops he found and repaired that seemed to be part of the original design.

    I am not a...
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    Re: Another big bad ass amp comes to Suncoast Audio

    Does that price include the fork lift ?
  8. Re: Anyone here purchase physical Gold and or Silver?

    Well, if you're concerned about a doomsday scenario, maybe it makes sense for you. You have to determine what your exit plan is if it doesn't happen and how much you can afford to put at risk given...
  9. Re: Anyone here purchase physical Gold and or Silver?

    I'm really not sure why anyone would want to do this. As the attached article shows, long term returns for stocks and bonds are higher than gold, and gold's standard deviation of returns makes it a...
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    Re: What's your next purchase?

    Great! Would be interested to hear your feedback on these. I have 11 sets of Center Stage under electronics as well as the ultra footers under my speakers. TT would be next.
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    Re: What's your next purchase?

    Last recent purchase was a rack mounted, Equitech 2RQ, a 72 lb., 2kVA, bifilar-wound, isolation transformer for the front-end of my system. I didn't think I had any noise problems, but boy was this...
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    Re: Clarisys Audio USA

    These speakers are just beautifully designed and thoughtfully executed. I'm sure they all sound great. What a great partnership too. I think they'll be a big hit!

    I can't imagine the amount of...
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    Re: Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions

    I wouldn't either. Only use the Dual Core 2.0 on subs after my XO. Most recently, it's often bypassed, so it's only used for a volume control. My room modes actually aren't all that audible.
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    Re: Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions

    I've used the Dual Core 2.0 on and off since about 2014. Very easy to use and gets the job done. The wall wart power supply is noticeably veiled /opaque in a really good set-up if you're using this...
  15. Re: Clarisys Audio at the Florida International Audio Expo

    I see all the speaker stats on the Clarisys Audio website. I note that the neodymium magnets change the speaker's efficiency which makes sense. How do they change the impedance values from the...
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    Re: Where are all the Photos?

    Mike, Glad you had a great show. These are really good pics. Love the Yellow Submarine turntable - almost missed it!
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    Re: Florida Audio Expo 2023

    That's terrific, Mike! Best of Luck on the show. Lot's of hard work. Don't forget to ENJOY IT!
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    Re: GR Research Line Force speakers

    Impressive. What terrific looking speakers! Bet they sound great.

    You're not done yet hours-wise. The best way to break in big caps and related parts that size is with a cable cooker. It will...
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    Re: Are they going to destroy audio?

    Wow. This is one wacky thread.
  20. Re: Amps with a touch of warmth: Pass/Luxman/Antileon

    Ralph, if it was anyone else but you extolling the virtues of Class D, I'd be inclined to believe those other guys. Haven't been a fan of Class D, but really hope I get to hear your latest creation!
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    Re: Digging deeper into the chip shortage

    According to today's Wall Street Journal, after two years of a chip shortage, we are now finding ourselves in a chip glut in the consumer electronics sector (50% of the market). Consumer demand has...
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    Re: Digging deeper into the chip shortage

    Of course the problem also impacts audio as it includes simple transistors. I blew out a channel in one of my older, custom hybrid amps ( Oops!). Mouser, Digikey, and Newark were all out of stock...
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    Re: Mike's system

    Sounds like your having fun. No reason the cobbler's kids shouldn't have new shoes! Oh, liked the recent interview you did on YouTube too.
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    Re: Jay's Audio Journey

    I'm with Mike on this one. No headphones. #2 is a clear winner. Same reaction to #1 .
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    Here are the ones you should buy. I have them on my Pass Labs XVR-1 3way crossover. Outstanding! Not that expensive - quick ship too. There's a thread over on WBF about them.

    Tubulus Argentus...
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