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    How long will a Tergitol mix "hold" in a UCM tank?

    Meaning to say - I mixed up a batch of Tergitol a couple of months ago in anticipation of the upcoming purchase of a bunch of records. Time kind of delayed that, and between then and now I've only been able to clean about 12 records. Not enough to cause any weird growths to develop in the tank...
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    Anyone have a clue what’s on this record surface?

    It didn’t come off with Neil’s Liquinox based solution, nor with AI’s enzyme based cleaner. It almost looks like it’s a discoloration in the vinyl, but I can’t be sure.
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    The “Korf method” for azimuth alignment

    The thread title refers more generally to azimuth alignment that targets stylus perpendicularity to the groove as the goal for optimal azimuth, using either distortion or HF measurement as the method. I imagine most vinylistas already know about this technique, but for those who do not, here’s...
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    I feel so much better now, getting this info from genuine audiophiles!

    It is to laugh. https://studyfinds.org/best-record-players/ Not the best “budget” players (if even that), but the best. :rolleyes:
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    Any other WBF folks going to the Florida Show?

    I’ll be there all three days.
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    Really dumb question about Revolver box set

    So I’ve been happily chunking my way through the ultrasonic cleaning of my records, and I got to the recently released Revolver box set. I put the records on the spindle, ran them through the cleaning cycle, and then put them on the drying rack. Somewhere along the way I forgot which in the...
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    Wondering about convolution files

    I’ve been toying with the idea of trying them out. I know and use REW, and have my room as well treated acoustically as I can manage, but there are still some discontinuities that I’d like to try addressing with convolution files. I ran REW’s EQ tool and looked over the filters, but one of the...
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    Does anyone make such a thing?

    I wasn’t quite sure where to post this, so I decided to try here. Does anyone make a Audessy type digital correction capability, but as a standalone box that works entirely in the digital domain? No analog inputs or outputs, but let’s say a USB (or even Ethernet) in and the same for output...
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    Damon, what’s the plan for Florida show 2024?

    Hi @Damon Von Schweikert. I didn’t go to CAF, where I understand you all did great (no surprise!). I was wondering if any plans had firmed up for Florida in February?
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    Did I just destroy 6 records?

    I’m using an iSonic P4875II UCM, and I normally start the records spinning before starting the ultrasonic tank. I did a run of six records, not realizing that I had accidentally flicked on the spinner somehow, and wound up flicking it off instead of on when I started this cleaning cycle. It...
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    SBIR placement and image depth?

    Now that my room treatments are more or less complete (with analysis and assistance from GIK), I’ve been moving my speakers around based on a few things - what I’m hearing, what I’m seeing via REW measurements, and (to a smaller degree because I dont know how good it is) REW’s own simulation...
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    Diffusers - 7-root vs 23-root?

    Anyone have comparative experience between these two types of diffusers? The 23-root types that I’ve seen look like the “random block height” type of panel, where the 7-root typically looks like the “parallel trough” style of panel. Are there scenarios where one is better over the other?
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    Anyone have experience using GIK’s design service?

    I finally have had enough time listening in my renovated sound room to take the step of trying to get some reasonably useful sound treatment in place. While I’ve been in this hobby for 40+ years, and I’ve even read up on room treatment and such, and I know how to use REW, I make no claim to...
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    My room is finally done, with thanks to Kingrex!

    This post has been a long time in the making. My sound room, short of equipment placement and sound treatment, is now complete. I’d like to thank everyone here who, knowingly or not, helped me with various comments I’d read over the years about you all improving your own rooms. Most especially...
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    Listening rooms and doors

    In going about the renovation / construction of my sound room, one of the things that will happen will be closing off the open archway into the room with double doors. I’m using double doors as it will be a more suitable match from the hallway with the double doors a bit further down. Higher...
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    Audiophile electrician?

    Let me tell you - retirement is not exactly lounging around all day! At least not for me. I’m renovating the poop out of this place - clearly a stupid thing to do at my age. Anyway, I’m finally ready to re-do the room I’ve selected for my listening space. Does anyone know of a licensed...
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    Anyone try Isoacoustics Gaia’s and Townshend Seismic Podiums?

    I’ve been happy with the Gaias under my VSA Endeavor SE speakers, but I’ve also been a long time fan of Max Townshend’s products. I was just reading through the TAS review of the Seismic Isolation Podiums for speakers and wondered if anyone had a chance to try these and the Gaias under their...
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    Here’s what I’m looking for...

    I’ve been streaming music from a PC to a DAC since the early days of EAC and the original Squeezebox, so I’ve been in this lower end side of the world for quite some time. While I currently stream to my PS Audio DS DAC over its Bridge II interface, it is limiting in some ways. I’d like to change...
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    Anyone try the ATL L-100 LPS

    Seems I can’t find much mention of this particular linear supply.
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    More room choices than I know what to do with!

    I decided to break this out from the tail end of my ‘dedicated outlets’ thread, as I’d like to give it more exposure for group thoughts and input. On other threads I’ve talked about my new house and my desire to finally create a dedicated sound room. My initial thought was to use an existing...
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    Preamp search challenge

    I have a friend who wants to move to a new preamp. He’s currently using a wonderful tube preamp. I’ve heard this preamp and his system for years and years, and can say that it holds up very well indeed with today’s offerings. I’m purposefully not mentioning the preamp to keep from inadvertently...
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    Need help setting up Edgerouter 4

    So I’ve been using a TP-Link router off of my Arris SB8200, but decided to replace it with an Edgerouter 4 since Ubiquiti products seem to be in such high regard in the computer based audiophilia world. Besides, I already use a Ubiquiti wireless access point and have been very pleased with it. I...
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    Need a recommendation for room builder

    In Central Florida. Preferably a licensed and insured interior construction and remodeling outfit that knows how to do acoustic space design. Thanks.
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    Dedicated circuit for each outlet pair?

    So I’ve been working through some things with my designated sound room in my new home. My first decision is that - while I could knock down a wall and remove a bathroom, to expand the space to 14x21x9, I’m going to see first if I can get the existing 14x16x9 size to work. I know it’s not as...
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    Need help in AC for my sound room

    This is not a purpose built sound room, unfortunately, but it will be the dedicated space for my sound system once I move. I am looking for advice on how to handle the AC power distribution from the incoming, to the outlets in the room. I’ve read conflicting recommendations for all outlets on...
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    Need advice on what to do with this room

    Hi everyone. I need advice on what to do with an existing media room. I’ve been looking at houses down in Florida, and my dream of finding an affordable house with a 13x20 or greater, dedicated space (not a family room or great room) for my audio system appears to be something of a fool’s...
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    Alternative considerations to the Pass X260.8 for my VSA Endeavor SE

    I’m in the process of running in my new pair of Enedeavor SE speakers, but I’ve been considering different amplification for them. I’m current running a Van Alstine 600R with Telefunken ECC801S tubes. The AVA IMO punches way above its weight, but as I use a Pass XP-20 preamp I’ve often thought...
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    Speaker cables experiences with VSA / Endeavor speakers

    I know that Masterbuilt cables are generally recommended for VSA and Endeavor speakers, but would there be a recommendation for anything a bit more wallet friendly? Looking for the experience of others here. One thing I was advised of by Leif is not to use silver speaker cables with Endeavors...
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    Hi Leif

    Nice once again to see you and Damon, this time at CAF. Hope to be able to report great things at FLAX once they're all settled in.
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    Greetings

    I've been lurking as a reader here for a while, read a number of interesting threads and decided to join. Hope to be able to contribute. I've been in the hobby for about 35 years. Grew up in the NY metro area and now live outside Philly in New Jersey. Long time attendee of the audio shows going...

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