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    Love Is Always Better the Second Time Around: The Sanders Sound Systems 10e Hybrid Electrostatic Speaker

    Actually, if Sanders electrostatic panels use a similarly durable membrane like MartinLogan, it's probably safe to gently vacuum them. I've owned three different ML speakers over the past 25 years, and vacuumed the panels every 2-3 months, with no degradation in fidelity. In fact, ML even has...
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    High Level Subwoofer Inputs: A Necessary Feature?

    Actually, the MartinLogan BalancedForce subs, offering both line and speaker level inputs, also incorporate Anthem Room Correction, thus some degree of DSP room correction is possible. In addition, you can download custom crossover filters to match the sub(s) to specific ML main speakers...
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    High Level Subwoofer Inputs: A Necessary Feature?

    So, CJ (and others) should really say their preamps (or amps) are Polarity Inverting. Regardless, I think it still makes a difference when trying to optimally "time align" subs with main speakers. If the sub signal is inverted (relative to the mains), wouldn't that create "destructive...
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    High Level Subwoofer Inputs: A Necessary Feature?

    One other consideration, depending upon circumstances, is potentially easier phase/time alignment with main speakers when using speaker level sub inputs. For example, my C-J preamp is phase inverting (as is my C-J Premier 350 amp). I have two ML BF 210 subs, and although they have adjustable...
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    What do you use for a desk chair?

    Chair delivered today. Came pretty much fully assembled, except for having to slide the back onto the supports. Although refurbished, it looks virtually brand new. After playing with the various adjustments, I can say it's the most comfortable (mid-back) office chair I've ever sat in. Lumbar...
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    What do you use for a desk chair?

    I just ordered a remanufactured Steelcase Criterion office chair from https://www.crandalloffice.com That model is more compact than the Leap model referenced above, but Crandall sells those as well. Their refurbished chairs are almost complete re-builds, and carry a 12 year warranty (unlike...
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    How many sold out stocks to cash?

    I'm a long term "buy and holder" who's staying the course. The problem with "getting out" is you have to be right TWICE... when to get out (not to mention the tax implications), and when to get back in. Here's an excellent article to keep things in perspective...
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    Florida Audio Expo

    For any of you heading to Tampa for the show, here's the extended weather forecast for the Expo weekend! No Polar Vortex here!
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    CES 2019: Something seems wrong in the world of high end audio

    Over the past few years, it appears that high end manufacturers have abandoned CES, in favor of participating in more consumer-oriented regional shows (Axpona, RMAF, Capital, etc.), which have all been growing. For example, the upcoming Florida Audio Expo in Tampa (Feb 8-10) has almost 100...
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    Transitioning from Electrostatics???

    My progression with ML's went from Aerius i's to Summit's, and now the Expression 13a's. The latter have a slightly larger panel (572 sq in radiating area) vs. 497 sq in (for both Montis and Summit/X), so slightly wider "sweet spot" (but still narrower than dynamic speakers, if that's an...
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    Transitioning from Electrostatics???

    Are there any audiophile clubs in the Cleveland area where you could hear other speakers? If not, maybe you can escape the cold for a weekend trip to Tampa, Feb 8-10, for the Florida Audio Expo! :D BTW, you should also listen to the new ML Impression 11a's or Expression 13a's, as they are a...
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    Want to buy a new espresso machine

    Recently bought a Delonghi Magnifica XS from Costco (~$500). It's a compact automatic (single boiler), with grinder, replaceable water filter cartridge, and steam wand (for manual frothing). It's clearly NOT a high-end model, but it cranks out pretty decent Espresso and Americano, and is...
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    Florida Audio Expo 8-10 February, 2019: Admission is Free

    Looking forward to it! You can now register for the free tickets... https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-audio-expo-tickets-51593268856
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    An upgrade in pre-amplification or not...

    I just want to second the recommendation for the CT5. IMHO, it's also the best looking design of the three! I, too, have paired it with the Premier 350, and haven't had any hissing, except for induced ground loops when connected to my video gear (not the fault of the CT5). I've also had no...
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    Gregadds' Hearing Test

    Perhaps a squirt of Caig Deoxit after the Debrox cleaning would prevent the dreaded "ear wax oxidation" problem! :eek: (Don't do this, just kidding)
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    How Much Workspace Behind Racks?

    I use an inexpensive rack with casters! Easy to pull back from wall and rotate for access!
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    Woofer And Tweet

    Hah! Me too! I even asked ML if they could do my Expression 13A's in Bubinga (for a premium)... unfortunately not. Guess my next car will have Walnut paint! :D
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    Martin Logan Renaissance 15a

    Electrostatic speakers typically have a narrower "sweet spot" than dynamic speakers. However, panel width plus speaker "toe-in" both affect that. I recently upgraded from the ML Summits (11" wide panel, with essentially a one-person sweet spot) to the ML Expression 13A's. the Expressions 13"...
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    Is there a subwoofer amp with room correction?

    The MartinLogan BalancedForce 210 and 212 offer optional DSP Room Correction with the Perfect Bass Kit (but software is Windows only). You can also download sub crossover filters custom matched to various ML main speakers.
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    Stereophile | January 2017 Issue

    Agree completely! I have the next model down (Expression ESL 13A's), and was REALLY looking forward to an in-depth review, comparing the new line to the prior Summit X and Montis models, vs. the non-hybrid CLX, focusing on overall bass/panel integration. Fortunately, JA answered that question...
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    FS: MartinLogan Summits (Bubinga finish)- $5000

    MartinLogan Summits. Gorgeous Bubinga finish. Excellent condition, both sonically and cosmetically. Selling only because I upgraded to the new ML Expressions. This model can be bi-amped/bi-wired. Includes original legs/spikes, power cords, manual, and boxes. Will also include pair of...
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    The Bass is the place!!

    Overall pretty good, and fairly musical to my ears. Of note, the ML BalancedForce subs have a built-in 20 - 120 Hz sweep tone to help identify frequency specific rattles/resonances in the room. However, it's also a great test of the overall uniformity of the sub/room bass response. When...
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    The Bass is the place!!

    Somebody needs to devise a sub 100 Hz MUSICAL test track (not just a series of tones) for bass demo/testing purposes! I've done a "poor man's" version of that by playing bass-heavy tracks (such as Béla Fleck's Flight of the Cosmic Hippo) solely through my subs.
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    AXPONA 2016: Taking requests

    How about a follow-up listen to the ML Renaissance 15A?
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    New Martin Logan hybrid announced at CES

    Looks like there's no perforated grill covering the front woofer. I wonder if it's removeable? Definitely tempting to upgrade from my legacy Summits!
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    Standing in the Shadow of MoTown

    I just saw that the "Wrecking Crew" filmmaker is running a Kickstarter campaign to fund the music licensing fees so the documentary can finally be released. Definitely a worthy cause! Details here...
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    Physicists discover geometry underlying particle physics

    And, as I posted earlier in another sub-forum today, here's a related "spin" on Bohemian Rhapsody! http://www.whatsbestforum.com/showthread.php?4413-*-Just-some-Cool-Videos!-*&p=218992&viewfull=1#post218992
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    * Just some Cool Videos! *

    Interesting Physics "spin" on Bohemian Rhapsody. Definitely "Big Bang Theory" worthy!
  29. sleepysurf

    Art For Our Listening Rooms

    A few years ago I purchased two of the limited edition Willitts Designs "All That Jazz" sculptures. That series has been discontinued, but as collectibles, they now sell for multiples of what I bought them for (unlike my audio gear <g>). All Night Long... In the Groove...
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    What's the best LED light to replace 75W Halogen PAR30 recessed flood?

    After LOTS of trial and error with various color temp LED's, we finally settled on the Satco KolourOne 2700K wide-beam, which happens to be on sale currently (?? closeout)... http://www.satcolightbulbs.com/kolourone-satco-s8824-14w-led-par30-e26-2700k-white-dimmable-60-degree.asp These have the...

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