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  1. MtnHam

    Measure and setup your cartridge a paid service?

    Is there someone in the SF Bay Area?
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    Embarking on building a classical LP collection...in 2023!

    I had my classical music epiphany in 1962 when I was was in high school and read about Beethoven's Symphony #6 being used as a means of teaching the blind from birth to understand the beauty of the pastoral countryside. I sought out a LP, (Rafael Kubelik, Royal Philharmonic, $5.99- I still have...
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    AS Seasoned Audiophiles, What Have You Learned?

    ? AS Seasoned Audiophiles, What Have You Learned? My involvement in this hobby started in the early 60's with an interest in recorded music which led to wanting better sound. It has continued unabated ever since. My LP library now exceeds 6,000. A recent upgrade of my phono chain has caused me...
  4. MtnHam

    What car comes with the most incredible sound system available

    Actually, the Tesla Model S is a great car; no fit and finish issues in mine. The superb sound system is icin Actually, it's the best car I've ever owned. No "fit and finish" issues in mine. The superb sound system is a bonus.
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    What car comes with the most incredible sound system available

    The stock system in my 2022 Tesla Model S is incredible- the best I have ever heard. And, it has an integrated app for Tidal and Spotify. Made by Tesla. Immersive Sound "A 22-speaker, 960-watt audio system with Active Road Noise Reduction offers immersive listening and studio-grade sound...
  6. MtnHam

    Sound Quality of new roon versions (builds)

    Don't you know that sugar is toxic? It's responsible for a huge # of modern ailments!:D
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    Love Is Always Better the Second Time Around: The Sanders Sound Systems 10e Hybrid Electrostatic Speaker

    I am pleased to hear another voice for electrostatic speakers, and that you mention Sound Lab. As a Sound Lab enthusiast (and home based dealer) for over 20 years, I am amazed at how little they are known or acknowledged. I, and other members of the cult, consider them to be the best of all...
  8. MtnHam

    My New Grocery-Getter

    I've been using an e-bike for almost all my inner city (San Francisco) transport for 5 years. I can ride almost anywhere in town in 20 minutes- quicker than driving; dedicated bike lanes and free parking are everywhere. The hills of SF are a are a pleasure- I often ride up to Twin Peaks just...
  9. MtnHam

    Bluetooth transmitter

    I too was looking for such a device, but couldn't find one and gave up. I wanted to use high end Blue Tooth ear buds , with my system's preamp as the source for late night listening.
  10. MtnHam

    Speakers for Pass Labs Electronics ?

    There are many other amps in the Pass Lab line that will handle these speakers. The X series which are Class A/B, are considerably less expensive than the XA series. The X-250.5 is well regarded, and can be found used at less than $5K- an example...
  11. MtnHam

    Speakers for Pass Labs Electronics ?

    MtnHam said: "As much as I love my current speakers, I'm getting the itch to transition into a non electrostatic.'" Did you ever make your move? If so, what did you get and how pleased are you with the move? Still using Pass Lab amps? No, and I probably won't. I continue to be pleased with...
  12. MtnHam

    Speakers for Pass Labs Electronics ?

    Sound Lab electrostatics and Pass Lab amps are a wonderful combination. I have both the XA-60.8 model (pure class A) and the X-260.8 amps (class A/B). I would be happy to have any WBF member visit me ( SF Bay Area) if they are interested in hearing them.
  13. MtnHam

    Speakers for Pass Labs Electronics ?

    "As much as I love my current speakers, I'm getting the itch to transition into a non electrostatic.'" Did you ever make your move? If so, what did you get and how pleased are you with the move? Still using Pass Lab amps?
  14. MtnHam

    Speakers for Pass Labs Electronics ?

    If you haven't already, and before moving away from electrostatics, you should listen to Sound Labs. Pass Lab amps drive them extremely well. For your room size, I recommend the 645 or larger.Ultimate 845
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    When do you start feeling radio signals?

    The # of licensed Ham Radio operators has actually increased from a few years ago when it was in decline. One of the reasons the FCC dropped the Morse Code requirement was to encourage younger people who had no interest in learning the code to participate. Yes, there are a lot of old timers who...
  16. MtnHam

    When do you start feeling radio signals?

    I did not mean to imply that I am unaware of nor dismissed the potential health issues, but simply said I have not ever felt the RF, except when some object like a microphone boom has become energized by RF. There are approximately 750,000 licensed Amateur Radio operators in the US and I can't...
  17. MtnHam

    When do you start feeling radio signals?

    Megahertz is a measurement of the RF (radio frequency) that refers to the signal's place in the overall radio spectrum and has nothing to do with it's strength. As a Ham Radio operator (K6ABC) I have a linear amplifier that boosts the power of my RF to a Kilowatt which can result in serious RF...
  18. MtnHam

    Lampi Pacific / Wife / Pool Heater

    When it comes to heating a pool, the real question is how big will the fuel bill be? My pool (18x36') is heated nicely by solar from May through October, with daily water temps between 80-85F. But come November, with the sun lower in the sky, shorter and cloudy days, the water temp drops...
  19. MtnHam

    What's Everyone Reading

    Downloading eBooks via my now closed (due to Covid19) local library is the perfect solution to the ongoing SIP edict. Living in the boonies with great books and streamed music is wonderful, and relatively safe.
  20. MtnHam

    What's Everyone Reading

    I requested this from my local library- waited 6 weeks - it finally became available. Most timely.
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    What's Everyone Reading

  22. MtnHam

    Improvements from isolation?

    As was mentioned in a previous post, its not just external vibrations we are concerned about; some components generate vibration, particularly transformers which are found in almost every piece of our gear. Stillpoints are designed to absorb and convert this energy into heat, thus quieting the...
  23. MtnHam

    What's Best? The Absolute Sound or today's High End Systems?

    I never said I could not tell the difference between live and recorded. I was addressing the musical enjoyment provided by my system, as well as the ease and convenience factor. I also have to admit, my willingness to purchase $150 seats is limited. Last week, I attended a magnificent piano...
  24. MtnHam

    Coronavirus ...

    From Wikipedia: The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918, the deadliest in history, infected an estimated 500 million people worldwide—about one-third of the planet’s population—and killed an estimated 20 million to 50 million victims, including some 675,000 Americans. The 1918 flu was first observed in...
  25. MtnHam

    State of the Art Speakers and Imaging: Insights on SotA Planars vs Dynamic vs Omni Speakers vs The Real Thing

    I'm located in SF and would welcome your visit.
  26. MtnHam

    State of the Art Speakers and Imaging: Insights on SotA Planars vs Dynamic vs Omni Speakers vs The Real Thing

    Issues in the Midbass with Sound Labs? Really? Not in my opinion!
  27. MtnHam

    State of the Art Speakers and Imaging: Insights on SotA Planars vs Dynamic vs Omni Speakers vs The Real Thing

    Perhaps I exaggerate, but they seem to be the the electrostatic most often mentioned, whereas Sound Labs are almost never acknowlenged.
  28. MtnHam

    State of the Art Speakers and Imaging: Insights on SotA Planars vs Dynamic vs Omni Speakers vs The Real Thing

    I continue to be amazed that in discussions like this, where ML speakers continue to be mentioned as the holy grail of electrostatics, there is no mention, let alone acclaim, of Sound Lab Electrostatic speakers. While my opinion will be dismissed as biased, I sincerely believe they offer the...
  29. MtnHam

    SOtM sNH-10G Network Switches x2 : The NEW KING of USB/Network Gadget Setup

    This topic being completely over my level, I'm wondering if there is a reasonably priced application in my system that would be worthwhile. I'm using a Roon Nucleus+ through a Lumin X-1 with a Synology NAS all connected via a generic network cable (Cat7, 40' length between the Roon and the...
  30. MtnHam

    Longer Balanced XLR or speaker cable?

    Without a doubt, shorter speaker cables are the better choice. This is done routinely with mono block amplifiers so that they can sit close to the speakers.

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