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    Recommendation for a power strip and outlet

    I went with a Chord M6 and it's a worthwhile step up from the Gutwire 8-Bar power distributor that I had been previously using. The midrange is now more transparent and 'right sounding' and bass weight is improved and appropriate.
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    Powerstrip - Waste money or real improvement?

    My new Chord M6 has arrived and I'm very happy with the lift in sound quality. "Clean and natural" is how I'd describe what I hear. It's a worthwhile step up from the Gutwire 8-Bar power distributor that I have been using until now.
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    Recommendation for a power strip and outlet

    In contrast to their power cables, my Gutwire Schuko 8 Bar distributor has turned out to be a disappointment, holding back my system in terms of bass performance and general dynamics. I've now shortlisted options from the Puritan Audio and Chord PowerHAUS ranges. I'll report back in due course.
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    Thomas Mayer preamps - the 6AH4 vs the more expensive 10Y

    Hello. A question on Thomas Mayer preamps. Has anyone heard both the entry level 6AH4 preamp and the more expensive 10Y preamp? What were the key differences that you noticed the most? I'm interested to hear from anyone who has actually heard both. Thanks.
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    Racked With Doubt: Symposium vs. Artesania?

    Just to balance things out a little, I owned a Symposium Foundation Ultra rack, but not for long. I've heard systems on an Artesania rack at a local dealer, and whilst it's near impossible to know what's driving the sonic result, Artesania would be my choice of these 2 racks.
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    Taiko Audio SGM Extreme : the Crème de la Crème

    I've seen a number of comments on this forum giving high praise to Symposium racks. I briefly owned a Symposium Ultra Rack and I did not like it much. I found it tipped the sound up, making it fatiguing and unnatural to my ears. Besides that, I was surprised how much the sound could change for...
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    Audio Research REF 75SE and REF 80S

    No, it was not meant that way at all. I have obviously caused offence and for that I apologise. I use this forum as a way of gaining knowledge and hunting for the most cost effective moves forward. My intention was to contribute, not to piss on anything. Apologies and good luck.
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    Audio Research REF 75SE and REF 80S

    A very interesting post. When I got my Ref 75SE, I was instructed to always wait 5 minutes before switching on again and that has become a habit on the odd occasion where I need to do that. FWIW, I messaged a well known ARC dealer on another forum, and he is of the view that in terms of sound...
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    Thoughts on Paypal as a "seller"

    My experience exactly. I could never get hold of a human being at Paypal to have a rational conversation. My buyer confirmed in writing he was happy but it made no difference. It was about 7 weeks before I got my money. I haven't been near Paypal since.
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    What's Spinning Tonight?

    Never thought I'd see a Split Enz album mentioned on this site. I saw them live 3 times in their heyday.
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    Brinkmann owners

    It's very interesting to read this discussion about the comparison on the sound of the Brinkmann Balance vs the Avid Acutus. Both are TT options that appeal to me as long-term possibilities. I have not heard the Avid Acutus yet but I've recently read an interesting review on the lower priced...
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    A fun photo for the day

    My happy place, the family beach house, early sunrise, NZ.
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    Upgrade from Zu Omen Def to Devore Gibbon X

    My experience too .... I mean this has also NOT been my experience
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    Upgrade from Zu Omen Def to Devore Gibbon X

    "A few reviewers cautioned that placement of the GX is tricky and is room nit picky. This has not been my experience." My experience too. "I bought the 75SE on a whim, it was good, but nothing stellar." I'm not sure what speakers you used with the REF 75SE, but it's a great match with the...
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    Thoughts on Paypal as a "seller"

    Neither had I until it happened, out of the blue. A 6 week nightmare.
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    Thoughts on Paypal as a "seller"

    Exactly my experience and my reaction to Paypal. I waited 6-7 weeks to get my money from Paypal, and that's when the buyer contacted Paypal to confirm he was 100% happy with his purchase. Sellers beware!
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    Symposium Acoustics

    To the original question at the beginning of the thread, I have a couple of points. Peter at Symposium is an honest and hard working operator with great customer service. Every email is answered promptly and with full explanations. Peter's design philosophy is, in his own words, about recreating...
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    ARC REF75 problem with VU-meter lighting

    Exactly my experience too on my REF 75SE. I got a technician to sort it out.
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    KeithR's "Dream Speaker" Search

    My experience exactly Keith. For me, the tweeter was too obvious and hot, and I paid the extra for the Gibbon X with a top end that I found significantly more refined and musical. I've enjoyed reading your latest speaker reviews and I'd be interested to hear what you think of the Tannoy Canterbury.
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    What are some of the top 845 Amplifiers you have heard?

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    A/V Room Service Equipment Vibration Protectors (EVPs)

    I had considered my tweaking days over, but on the basis of this thread, I recently purchased and tried EVP's. I can't say that I've experienced the same glowing results described by others. I guess that shows once again that every system is different.
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    Sublime Sound

    Peter, a huge thank you to you (and DDK) for sharing your experiments. I have found this thread fascinating and enlightening. Late last year I moved house and as I now have a significantly smaller room, I am having to reconfigure everything. I am in the process of acquiring a new taller rack...
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    The Audion Mono Amps from AGD Production

    I no longer try.
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    The Effect of Damping on Sound: Racks and Turntable Plinths

    Origin Live in the UK sell a simple product for just this purpose. I read a UK review on it and their comments were very close to Ack's comments above. This is a fascinating thread.
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    Isolation Transformer and Balanced Power versus PS Audio Regenerator

    Actually Kris, 'the more power the better' is not the case based on the research I've done. I was advised by a transformer maker that running a smaller transformer at 70% - 80% of its capacity will sound better. 213Cobra was advised something similar by the maker of his Hovland transformer...
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    Isolation Transformer and Balanced Power versus PS Audio Regenerator

    Hello Phil. It's several years since I corresponded with you about tube amps and speakers. At the time, you shared some great insights and advice which were very helpful indeed. My system now is similar to Keith R's which you have been involved with. I have different source equipment to Keith...
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    Isolation Transformer and Balanced Power versus PS Audio Regenerator

    Plenty of comment here from people who know more than me. But you might find my post #3 (in this thread)interesting. I found balanced power transformers superior to the power regenerators and the power conditioners I tried. But not all balanced transformers are equal - not even close IME. I...
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    VPI Anniversary HW-40 direct drive TT

    Thanks for sharing bazelio.
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    VPI Anniversary HW-40 direct drive TT

    Last week I got to audition this turntable at length in my home system - a rare luxury. I too came away impressed. To my ears, it's a clear step up from the AMG Viella V12 & turbo arm combo that I last owned. I used exactly the same cartridge from that set up to audition the HW-40. I was curious...
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    PayPal Refund? No Refund of Processing Fees! How do YOU like to pay?

    In the last 7 years or so, I had never had a problem either .... but now I have one. I sold my turntable last month to a buyer in a private sale, who paid me via Paypal. For the last 3+ weeks Paypal has frozen my account and demanded all sorts of 'proof' including photo ID, proof of home...

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