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1: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Looks like the Tidal Military Discount is going away ..................... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2024-03-09, 20:04:54 (76.178.68.160)
Email from Tidal: .......
2: Cable Asylum, RE: Another Vote for the Chinese "Odin 2" Interconnect (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2022-08-24, 13:40:50 (76.178.68.160)
I just received my Odin 2 RCA and Coaxial cables. I should know this but this old man needs a refresher course on which way do the arrows on the wood blocks go? .......
3: Cable Asylum, RE: 12 AWG 2 Conductor Speaker Cable Raw (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2022-05-30, 18:35:13 (76.178.68.160)
41372 Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor Speaker Wire, 50ft, Black. .......
4: Digital Drive, RE: Do you have to submit a .pdf of your DD214 to qualify for the veteran discount? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2021-12-22, 18:03:57 (76.178.68.160)
I was asked for my service number, RA 1972xxxx. .......
5: Cable Asylum, RE: RIP Duster (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2021-08-03, 19:48:20 (76.178.68.160)
No, no, no. I am so sad. Duster dude your generous help and advise pretty much built my humble system. I learned so much from you. Well now you're in the largest concert hall ever. Enjoy the music. Wa .......
6: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-05, 20:14:55 (172.119.5.215)
I get the best sound through 12s using a Wire World audiophile quality cable. Marvin .......
7: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-05, 18:11:06 (172.119.5.215)
I just was thinking I wanted to try something different. I've only had one other dac before the Gustard. I watched a review on Youtube of the Allo Revolution and at the afforable price of less than $3 .......
8: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-02, 22:19:52 (172.119.5.215)
I have two Black Mamba V2 cables. At the moment can't recall the connectors. I do recall you recomended them. The Mambas are the best. As I mentioned I have both ZeroZone and Studer and find what you .......
9: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-02, 21:27:01 (172.119.5.215)
Old Guy thank you much for your kind words. It appears the trimer worked for me. Best to you, Marvin .......
10: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-02, 21:22:09 (172.119.5.215)
Actually Duster the ps is a ZeroZone 9v. Their are no identifying markings on it and I confused it with the Studer I also have. You are correct again my friend. Their is a trimer next to the voltag .......
11: Tweakers' Asylum, Convert 9v linear ps to 5v (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-08-01, 14:19:37 (172.119.5.215)
I have a Studer 9v linear ps. I need a 5v lps. I have a 7805 voltage reg. What else do I need to convert 9v lps to 5v lps? pixelphoto/Marvin .......
12: Cable Asylum, RE: Viborg (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-04-16, 07:45:16 (172.119.5.215)
https://www.ebay.com/str/viborg .......
13: Computer Audio Asylum, Tubed DAC and Tube int-amp (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-01-06, 18:02:21 (108.210.70.243)
I'm considering changing my DAC, a Gustard X12. My amp is a Yaqin MC-13S (tube). Would a tubed DAC and tube amp be to much of a good thing? I'm considering the Musical Paradise MP-D1 MK3 ES9028Q2M TUB .......
14: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Qinpu A-6000 MKII (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2020-01-03, 21:09:37 (108.210.70.243)
I'm searching for a schematic for my Qinpu A-6000 MKII. I'm looking to replace some caps. The large one on the right is not marked with any specs. I've done some Googleing but nada. .......
15: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Gustard X12 DAC op amps (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-10-18, 22:31:49 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks fmak. I practiced desoldering smd's on a PS1. I'm going to desolder the stock opamps and install adapters so I can roll opamps. .......
16: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Gustard X12 DAC op amps (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-10-16, 19:59:18 (108.210.70.243)
Thank you Ugly, you answered my question. .......
17: Computer Audio Asylum, Gustard X12 DAC op amps (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-10-12, 23:41:47 (108.210.70.243)
Does anyone know if the Gustard X12 DAC op amps ( OPA 1632 )are soldered in place or are they of the removable type? I looked last night but even with a magnifier I wasn't sure. .......
18: Cable Asylum, RE: Question for you cable experts (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-10-08, 22:35:00 (108.210.70.243)
Has anyone used the Mogami W3159 as speaker wire? I've been using Duelund 16awg for the speakers and am very satisfied with the sound. I use Duelund 20awg and Mogami W3159 for ic's. I bult several ite .......
19: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Tidal buffering (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-09-24, 15:57:38 (108.210.70.243)
Ok, thanks to you just the same. Marvin .......
20: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Tidal buffering (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-09-24, 14:24:40 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Abe. You mentioned using JRiver MC to stream Tidal. I have the latest build of MC and just searched the web site for how to stream Tidal via MC on a Mac Mini without success. Can you provide me wit .......
21: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Schuman wave generator (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-09-21, 17:01:25 (108.210.70.243)
Gentlemen, I thank you for your responses. I've decided not to spend my limited resources on such an iffy product. Instead I'll continue my research on to the Rasberry Pi. Thanks! .......
22: Tweakers' Asylum, Schuman wave generator (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-09-15, 16:01:32 (108.210.70.243)
I have recently taken an interest in Schuman wave generators and would like to experiment with one. I see them on eBay at a reasonable price. Has anyone used any of them? Any suggestions? .......
23: Inmate Central, RE: Caption time... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-08-21, 08:29:08 (108.210.70.243)
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh crap! .......
24: Cable Asylum, RE: Monoprice Cat 8 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-08-17, 14:36:43 (108.210.70.243)
I've had the new Cat 8 cable installed since Aug. 5th. Streaming from Tidal about 12+ hrs per day. This morning I threw away the cable that came with the DSL modem and pronounced the Monoprice Cat 8 c .......
25: Cable Asylum, RE: Monoprice Cat 8 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-08-05, 22:19:40 (108.210.70.243)
I also ordered a 7' cable. I finally installed it to day from the DSL modem to my Mac Mini. I immediately heard a difference in the sound from my test files. At first hear a bit more detail. More dyna .......
26: Cable Asylum, RE: Lessloss power cord-making two from one (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-07-10, 23:29:11 (108.210.70.243)
Your last step should be to use your multimeter to test for continuity on all three (3) wires. .......
27: Cable Asylum, RE: Recommendations for a subwoofer cable? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-30, 23:24:31 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster/all. Its been over three weeks since I built a pair of ic's using the suggested Mogami W3159 wire and MPS Pioneer rca connectors. Such a deal! As I mentioned I had been using Duelund 20awg/K .......
28: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-30, 23:23:20 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster/all. Its been over three weeks since I built a pair of ic's using the suggested Mogami W3159 wire and MPS Pioneer rca connectors. Such a deal! As I mentioned I had been using Duelund 20awg/K .......
29: General Asylum, RE: My buddy made these (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-24, 22:59:49 (108.210.70.243)
Now that I've reacquainted myself with this project it looks like I'm going to build a narrow pair and see what happens. .......
30: General Asylum, RE: My buddy made these (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-24, 22:45:56 (108.210.70.243)
Here's a link to the project. .......
31: General Asylum, RE: My buddy made these (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-21, 21:53:03 (108.210.70.243)
I have been following the thread for these since I discovered them in the diy forum at PartsExpress. I really would love to construct a pair but don't have the room for wide speakers. Their simplicity .......
32: Cable Asylum, RE: Recommendations for a subwoofer cable? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-06-03, 16:32:51 (108.210.70.243)
As for filling up the rear cavity of the RCA plug I used cardbord from the back of a notepad. I cut a piece and rolled it around the two wires until their was a snug fit on inserting it into the rear .......
33: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-27, 21:20:16 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, I'm the kind of guy that has to know what's on the other side of that hill. So curiosity got the best of me and I ordered the Mogami wire and Pioneer RCA'S. Concerning the wire is the drain an .......
34: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-27, 15:20:08 (108.210.70.243)
At this point I'm quite satisfied with my Duelund 20awg/KLEI Silver Harmony ic's. But I know I will get the itch sometime in the future to try something new. Like next payday. So I'll save this recipe .......
35: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-27, 08:31:54 (108.210.70.243)
Duster I have (as usual) diy ic's installed. These are constructed of Duelund Wire 20awg (DCA20GA)Tin Plated Hook-up Wire (https://www.partsconnexion.com/DUELUND-82235.html) with KLEI Silver Harmony R .......
36: Cable Asylum, RE: Monoprice Monolith USB Cable Report (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-26, 22:44:30 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, old guy 42... As I mentioned in another post I now have two of the Monolith cables connected via a USB coupler from my Mac Mini to my DAC. Today was the fourth day they've been burning in. Onc .......
37: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-23, 21:25:51 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster. Yes the Supra USB 2.0 cable is tin plated multstrand copper. I received my second Monolith USB cable today. As I stated in a previous post I had the Supra connected at the Mac Mini end and .......
38: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-17, 16:04:14 (108.210.70.243)
Ooooops. I meant to say I will order another Monolith USB cable to compare and/or replace the Supra USB cable. Marvin .......
39: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-17, 15:57:50 (108.210.70.243)
Duster I have already done it. A Supra USB 2.0 cable from my Mac Mini to a coupler to Monolith USB cable to the DAC. I await a longer Monolith USB cable. But until then I'm very pleased with what I ha .......
40: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Warning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-16, 23:04:26 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks for the informative info Duster. I have not applied any carbon fiber sleeving to PC's or speaker cables yet. The thought of over doing it with the sleeving had crossed my mind. At this stage I .......
41: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Sleeves on Cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-16, 22:44:09 (108.210.70.243)
It is an RF shield. .......
42: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Sleeves on Cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-12, 17:25:04 (108.210.70.243)
Hey old guy 42 thank you for the thoughtful and kind words. We owe Duster a thank you too. He pointed me to the Zerozone lps. In fact he has guided me quite a bit. Thanks Duster. Marvin .......
43: Cable Asylum, RE: Carbon Fiber Sleeves on Cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-12, 10:39:31 (108.210.70.243)
Greetings old guy 42. Actually I already have tried them. I got the idea from Geoffkait at the Prop Head forum. I put sleevs on the IC's, SATA cable to a nude drive where my music is stored and umbili .......
44: Cable Asylum, Carbon Fiber Sleeves on Cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-11, 17:43:01 (108.210.70.243)
Is anyone using carbon fiber sleeves on their PC's, IC's or speaker cables? What have they done for your system? Quieter? .......
45: Propeller Head Plaza, RE: Don't tell me I'm the only one with carbon fiber sleeves on his cables. Nt. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-04-23, 22:35:07 (108.210.70.243)
To answer my own question. Yes, I did. I put sleevs on the IC's, SATA cable and umbilical cable to LPS's. They did make a noticeable improvement. Oh, and I put some on the modem LPS umbilacal cabel. S .......
46: Propeller Head Plaza, RE: Don't tell me I'm the only one with carbon fiber sleeves on his cables. Nt. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-03-29, 16:11:28 (108.210.70.243)
Has anyone here tried the sleeves on speaker cables? On a SATA cable? If so what were the results? .......
47: Tubes Asylum, Kenrad & Tubes. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-03-23, 21:56:36 (108.210.70.243)
Enjoy! .......
48: General Asylum, Audiophile Cartoon (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-02-23, 11:19:32 (108.210.70.243)
Laugh. .......
49: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Mac wont "talk" to my dac (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-12-31, 22:19:48 (108.210.70.243)
Another thing to try is to delete the preference file of the offending application(s). Restart the Mac and a new preference file will be created for that (those) apps. Doing that has solved more probl .......
50: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: How to reduce sibilance on my audio setup (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-12-20, 20:45:17 (108.210.70.243)
I had a problem with sibilance and experimented with isolating the components and that solved the problem. .......
51: General Asylum, Audio Test Tones (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-10-13, 13:43:33 (108.210.70.243)
Just a fyi. I just did a search on Tidal for "audio test" and low and behold a bunch of audio test albums and tracks came up. Might come in handy some day. .......
52: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-10-10, 21:59:49 (108.210.70.243)
Good show SgreenP! .......
53: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-10-07, 19:52:34 (108.210.70.243)
SgreenP read this thread and you just might answer your own question. All the info you need is there. It works. .......
54: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-30, 17:52:43 (108.210.70.243)
Well I was blown away by using cheap RCA splitters and two sets of ic's constructed of Duelund tin plated copper 20awg wire with Valab-Star-Tellurium Copper Gold Plated RCA connectors from eBay (eBay .......
55: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-23, 23:02:48 (108.210.70.243)
For the past four days I have been listening to my audio system with dual ic's per both channels utilizing inexpensive RCA splitters. The two sets of ic's are constructed of Duelund tin plated copper .......
56: General Asylum, Soldering Gun (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-20, 11:18:05 (108.210.70.243)
Here's a different take on soldering guns. .......
57: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-01, 13:05:07 (108.210.70.243)
I just ordered cheap splitters on eBay yesterday. When I receive the splitters and try this tweak out and like what I hear I'll combine the two sets of ic's into one pair as suggested by Doug Schroede .......
58: Cable Asylum, RE: Double Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-01, 12:48:18 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Sgreen. I read the entire post on Agon yesterday. I found it interesting enough to order four RCA splittes. I have two sets of identical ic's so I'm ready. The thought crossed my mind about someone .......
59: General Asylum, RE: Low fidelity taken to a high level (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-09-01, 12:24:50 (108.210.70.243)
Wow! What wonderful memories this post brings back. In the early Fifties I had a crysta receiver made of just one head phone with the crystal in the headphone. I was all over the place touching the wi .......
60: Cable Asylum, RE: Anyone use/try these? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-07-16, 22:11:31 (108.210.70.243)
This evening I pulled these (see link) Carbon Fiber Rhodium Plated US Power Plugs from my Black Mamba cable I had connected to my Gustard X12 DAC and installed a pair of MPS Hercules AC connectors. Bi .......
61: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: A question for Zerozone LPS owners (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-07-10, 06:58:11 (108.210.70.243)
That's great old guy 42. It's fascinating how a piece of cable or connector can make such a positive change in the sound of a audio system. It just keeps on getting better and better especially when w .......
62: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: A question for Zerozone LPS owners (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-06-21, 14:39:00 (108.210.70.243)
Hi old guy 42. We can credit the mod info to Duster. In fact he has pretty much helped me build my system using his suggestions. .......
63: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: A question for Zerozone LPS owners (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-06-21, 13:02:32 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Old Guy 42. Mine has been on 24/7 for about a year and a half. It's the 9V version and runs cool. Check out the link for my mod. .......
64: Digital Drive, RE: Tidal has a Military Discount for $11.99............. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-05-24, 22:13:08 (108.210.70.243)
Hey Cuthroat thanks for the Tidal military discount info. I just took advantage of it. .......
65: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: EQ Software for Tidal on a Mac (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-05-02, 15:27:18 (108.210.70.243)
Abe, I had forgotten about the balance control in the sound app having never used it. I have now tried it and it solves 80% of my problem. Thanks for the reminder. I spent time researching Boom 2 tryi .......
66: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: EQ Software for Tidal on a Mac (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-05-02, 08:40:58 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Abe. I'm going to try Boom2. .......
67: Computer Audio Asylum, EQ Software for Tidal on a Mac (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-05-01, 21:16:44 (108.210.70.243)
Is there such software that can be used with Tidal? I've search the archives and Googled the subject to no avail. My left ear has worsened and I'd like to be able to eq the left channel. I also use Me .......
68: Computer Audio Asylum, New Monoprice DAC (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-03-27, 11:55:02 (108.210.70.243)
NT .......
69: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: slow blow or fast blow fuses (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-03-21, 21:48:51 (108.210.70.243)
Here yeah go. .......
70: Tube DIY Asylum, Why can't you look at porn like a normal husband? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-03-16, 09:26:59 (108.210.70.243)
NT .......
71: General Asylum, RE: What is the capacitor value and application ? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 18:02:28 (108.210.70.243)
My apologies, tweeters should have been tweekers. My initial post asked about multi strand or solid wire use. That was all. Sorry to have upset you Abe. .......
72: General Asylum, RE: Capacitor wire extending (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 12:27:27 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Awe-d-o-file, I'm changing the coupling caps in a Yaqin MC-13S intergrated amp. To answer my own initial question I'm going to use solid core wire to extend the leads on the replacement caps. ::: T .......
73: General Asylum, RE: Capacitor wire extending (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 12:14:48 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, I learned that trick from you. .......
74: General Asylum, RE: What is the capacitor value and application ? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 11:51:59 (108.210.70.243)
Abe, I'll be replacing coupling caps with Russian PIO caps (0.47uF/ 630V 10% K75-24 / К75-10 NEW CAPACITORS NOS OTKz). The wire on them are steel and will need to be extended. This has been done by do .......
75: General Asylum, RE: Capacitor wire extending (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 11:40:23 (108.210.70.243)
Uncle Mike, I'll file this away for future reference, Thank you. #5 is what I was thinking of. .......
76: General Asylum, RE: You sure it's solid copper?... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-19, 11:38:17 (108.210.70.243)
Steve O, the first cable I stripped was copper plated steel; tested with a magnet. The second cable looks like copper, bends like copper and is non magnetic. .......
77: General Asylum, RE: Capacitor wire extending (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-18, 20:26:04 (108.210.70.243)
Someone suggested to me to use the center wire of a TV coaxial cable. Having an old one not doing anything useful I stripped some down naked and liked what I saw. It is sold copper wire and will work .......
78: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Linear power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-18, 12:34:31 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Lew, the problem has been solved. .......
79: General Asylum, Capacitor wire extending (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-18, 12:28:58 (108.210.70.243)
If one found it necessary to extend the wires on a cap would you use multi strand or solid wire, 22ga? .......
80: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Linear power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-14, 14:29:49 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Ugly. I had ordered a 5VDC linear ps but the sticker on the bottom of the one that I received indicated it was a 12VDC. Yesterday I thought to get out my multimeter and measure the VDC and I'll .......
81: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Linear power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-12, 21:50:58 (108.210.70.243)
Ugly, thank you for the info. It was just a thought on my part. Not worth bothering with. .......
82: Tweakers' Asylum, Linear power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-12, 13:46:45 (108.210.70.243)
Can a DC12V 2.5A 30W linear power supply be modified to DC 5V 5A? If so how so? .......
83: General Asylum, RE: Aspects of Hearing (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-07, 22:12:22 (108.210.70.243)
And you're not as smart as your condescending ego thinks. .......
84: General Asylum, RE: Aspects of Hearing (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-05, 22:25:10 (108.210.70.243)
I'm thinking when you become emotionally involved with what you're hearing it all coalesces. .......
85: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Tube timer (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-02-01, 21:50:56 (108.210.70.243)
Abe that's an excellent idea. I will file it away in my tweak folder for future consideration. .......
86: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Tube timer (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-31, 11:42:21 (108.210.70.243)
Ain't that the truth. So I'll have it next to my listening chair. .......
87: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Tube timer (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-31, 11:33:48 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Par. Your point is well taken. Answer to your question is, dammed if I know. With the timer I can at least monitor the hrs and at a given amount of hrs I can start saving money for new tubes when a .......
88: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Tube timer (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-30, 21:23:46 (108.210.70.243)
So, I'm expecting receipt this Fri. of a intergrated tube amp. While waiting for it I decided to build a hour timer to track tube use. I found a inexpensive timer on Amazon and a watch box I .......
89: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Elfidelity SATA Hard Disk Power Filter Adapter for Computer Audio Enhancement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-21, 11:56:14 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Duster. I'll update you after I receive all the parts and assemble them and give them a hear. Pixelphoto .......
90: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Elfidelity SATA Hard Disk Power Filter Adapter for Computer Audio Enhancement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-20, 22:53:19 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Duster, I agree with you. If I go with the USB Thruster I'll modified my DC cable with the 1.35mm. .......
91: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Elfidelity SATA Hard Disk Power Filter Adapter for Computer Audio Enhancement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-20, 22:19:54 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, the USB Thruster is something I might consider in the near future. Thinking ahead would a DC adapter such as the one in the image be feasible or is a adapter a bad idea? This one would acce .......
92: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Elfidelity SATA Hard Disk Power Filter Adapter for Computer Audio Enhancement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-20, 09:31:11 (108.210.70.243)
I appreciate your response Duster. It will be 2-3 weeks before I can offer any response to the effects the pwr filter if any might have on a hd. The same with the USB filter. pixelphoto (Marvin) K .......
93: Tweakers' Asylum, Elfidelity SATA Hard Disk Power Filter Adapter for Computer Audio Enhancement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2018-01-19, 20:23:23 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster, I took a cue from your recent post where you mention USB power filters (I ordered 3 to compare with the fancy ones I have). I also noticed the image of the higher quality one made by Elf .......
94: Cable Asylum, RE: power cord connectors (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-11-06, 21:38:06 (108.210.70.243)
DITTO. .......
95: Cable Asylum, RE: Did I answer.... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-11-02, 15:51:26 (108.210.70.243)
Yes alan, thank you. I also searched other forums on the subject. The information on dielectrics was something I had not considered. I realize I have enough wire & dielectrics in my system to justify .......
96: Cable Asylum, RE: The best thing.... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-10-29, 22:17:33 (108.210.70.243)
Does a cable cooker just accelerate the break in process? What else can it do? .......
97: Cable Asylum, RE: Q for Duster: break in of wires, does the amperage/voltage/frequency matter most? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-10-27, 22:27:44 (108.210.70.243)
Yes Alan please do so. I for one would benefit from such information. .......
98: General Asylum, 1951 kitchen tunes (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-10-13, 13:49:51 (108.210.70.243)
Check this out! .......
99: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: iFi iSilencer3.0 USB Noise Filter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-09-14, 22:42:52 (108.210.70.243)
For no particular reason I chose the iFi iSilencer3.0 USB Noise Filter. Upon installing it on my Mac Mini there was instant clarity of sound and more of it. I have nothing to compare it to and for the .......
100: General Asylum, RE: Catalog (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-23, 19:58:26 (108.210.70.243)
Great idea, never crossed my mind. .......
101: General Asylum, Catalog (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-23, 19:31:34 (108.210.70.243)
Just passing on info on a catalog I recently received. Lots of small tools. I purchased the magnifying lenses pictured. They really came in handy when soldering some new RCA plugs. .......
102: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA Plug Comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-14, 17:01:59 (108.210.70.243)
Hi WntrMute2, Nothing special about how I constructed the ic's. I simply gave the wires a lazy twist and removed enough cloth covering to solder the wires to the RCA's. Remember, I'm using Duelund DCA .......
103: General Asylum, RE: Can anyone please scan for me the old The Absolute Sound article about tuning temperaments by Wendy Carlos? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-14, 11:27:18 (108.210.70.243)
http://www.wendycarlos.com .......
104: Cable Asylum, RCA Plug Comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-13, 13:03:59 (108.210.70.243)
I'd like to share my simple (since I'm lacking the audiophile vocabulary) comparison of four different RCA plugs soldered to Duelund DCA 20GA wire for ic's. The RCA plugs were: 1. KLEI Silver Harmony .......
105: General Asylum, RE: Primephonic streaming service (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-12, 11:40:14 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks for the input guys. I read about the service in The Absolute Sound and was curious about it. I'm quite happy with Tidal with the exception of some clicking sounds; or is that my rusty brain shi .......
106: General Asylum, Primephonic streaming service (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-11, 13:12:33 (108.210.70.243)
Has anyone signed on to this service? Comments? .......
107: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY silver USB cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-09, 23:31:53 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Dave, did the ferret clamps offer any improvements? .......
108: General Asylum, RE: Keeping IEC connectors secure? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-03, 20:19:27 (108.210.70.243)
I've used plumbers teflon tape to good effect. As a support I have also used a toilet tissue cardboard tube with a notch cut in it or a piece of firm foam. .......
109: General Asylum, RE: Wire stripper (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-03, 12:14:47 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Abe. After reading all the input from forum members I decided the strippers you suggested are most suitable for my use. Their actually similar to what I already have but of better quality. They .......
110: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I apologize for not taking seriously the importance of power cords (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-08-01, 23:30:54 (108.210.70.243)
Hi airtime. I have to agree with Duster. Recently he brought to our attention the Viborg AC plugs found on eBay. I had been wanting to reterminate the three Pangia PC's I have; two AC-14's and o .......
111: General Asylum, Wire stripper (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-07-17, 22:21:50 (108.210.70.243)
Anyone have experience with these? .......
112: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: I did not accuse you of being hyperbolic in your love of capacitance (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-06-09, 11:29:38 (108.210.70.243)
I can't believe you actually came back! You should change your user name to LOSER456!!! pixelphoto .......
113: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Interesting connector (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-06-01, 19:11:39 (108.210.70.243)
It's just the connector. .......
114: Tweakers' Asylum, Interesting connector (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-06-01, 18:20:06 (108.210.70.243)
Here's an interesting connecting I've never seen before. Might be of use to some of you. .......
115: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Viborg Milled Aluminum Gold AC connectors (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-31, 10:49:29 (108.210.70.243)
Ditto! .......
116: Inmate Central, RE: spray washing car engines yay or nay? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-28, 21:09:51 (108.210.70.243)
Been doing it on every car I have ever owned using high pressure water. .......
117: General Asylum, USPS package misdirected (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-26, 22:40:59 (108.210.70.243)
For the second time this year a purchase from China/Hong Kong has been misdirected. They arrived in Los Angeles were I reside but sit around for days. Eventually they clear customs and delivered into .......
118: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-26, 21:28:05 (108.210.70.243)
Tweaker456, I'm the original poster of this thread. You probably don't recall what the post is about because you quickly hijacked it for your own stage to run off at the mouth as if you had a bad case .......
119: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-21, 16:59:08 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Tweaker456, I've been using SilClear on all the connections in my system. I'm not sure if I hear a difference though. Keep going forwards, pixelphoto .......
120: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-21, 16:55:24 (108.210.70.243)
Hi jea48; Your suggestion makes sense. I just might try it on my older power distributor as I daisy chained that one too. Thank you! keep going forwards, pixelphoto .......
121: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-21, 16:50:10 (108.210.70.243)
Hi becowen, Thanks for the kind words keep going forwards, pixelphoto .......
122: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-21, 16:46:58 (108.210.70.243)
Hi jhrld, I'm on a tight budget so I can't afford to audition to many outlets. I am very pleased with the ones I installed in the power distributor. They have made a huge difference in the sound quali .......
123: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Kemet series R46 X type safety capacitors (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-21, 08:15:59 (108.210.70.243)
Tweaker456, Thanks for the input. Nuff said. I'm gonna listen to some beautiful music now; try it yah might like it. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
124: Tweakers' Asylum, DIY Power Distributor Addendum (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-18, 20:58:44 (108.210.70.243)
I received an order of Oyaide Black Mamba V2 12awg power cable today. I'll be assembling a PC with connectors from Valab on eBay ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/Valab-Carbon-Housing-Rhodium-Plated-Copper-Po .......
125: Tweakers' Asylum, DIY Power Distributor (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-05-18, 20:43:20 (108.210.70.243)
DIY Power Distributor BUILD With encouragement and guidance from Duster I have built a high quality power distributor (my ears tell me so) for a modest sum of U.S. dollars. I'd like t .......
126: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: what am I doing wrong with tidal. .. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-26, 11:33:50 (108.210.70.243)
I'm on a Mac Mini and from day one of signing on to Tidal I have used the Tidal stand alone app. for the Mac OS. No Chrome on my Mini. I hear glorious Master file stereo. The stand alone app. is now a .......
127: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: what am I doing wrong with tidal. .. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-25, 21:39:13 (108.210.70.243)
Try the Tidal application instead of Chrome. .......
128: Speaker Asylum, Epique CBT24K Line Array Speaker Kit Pair from Dayton (Parts Express) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-25, 21:29:02 (108.210.70.243)
I just read about these speakers and am most curious about them. Do anyone here have a pair? If so please share your experience with them. .......
129: General Asylum, Vintage find: 1950 Zenith Cobra Matic Turntable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-15, 15:46:25 (108.210.70.243)
This showed up on my Facebook page. .......
130: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Name a SS Amplifier for $750 or Less That Sounds as Good as This Tube Amp (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-10, 00:03:01 (108.210.70.243)
jaydacus, what tubes did you replace the stock ones with? .......
131: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: ESS Sabre Filter Settings (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-04-09, 12:45:04 (108.210.70.243)
I have a Oyaide DR-510 digital cable and three (stranded wire) diy cables I made for digital use. Switching between the four cables I do hear subtle differences when switching from Fast to Slow. The d .......
132: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: ESS Sabre Filter Settings (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-26, 11:19:46 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster. When I got my X12 I must admit I didn't really give much thought to the Sharp and Slow settings; I just left it on the Sharp setting. But your post caught my interest and I began experiment .......
133: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: ferrite beads (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-24, 19:58:56 (108.210.70.243)
Middle of the page. .......
134: General Asylum, RE: Tidal and drop outs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-11, 20:27:47 (108.210.70.243)
PAR, your post makes perfect since. I do periodically have to reset the router for other reasons. I'll keep your suggestion in mind the next time I have a problem. Thanks much. .......
135: General Asylum, RE: Margaritaville retirement homes... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-10, 20:56:34 (108.210.70.243)
It will all be sucked into one large sinkhole! .......
136: General Asylum, Tidal and drop outs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-10, 20:54:43 (108.210.70.243)
Has anyone else have drops out while streaming via Tidal yesterday or today? .......
137: Cable Asylum, RE: Dueland interconnect review (Long) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-10, 20:18:15 (108.210.70.243)
I began with WE16GA wire for speaker wire and Beldin 8402 for ic's when Jeff Day brought them to light on his blog. I then switched to Duelund 16GA for both speaker and ic's. Yesterday I received the .......
138: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-04, 10:17:43 (108.210.70.243)
jhrlrd, I also prefer having the option of a lateral hole. But, I had no trouble attaching my Duelund DCA16GA wire around the post and getting a tight connection. I suppose wire gauge, pliability, etc .......
139: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-03-03, 19:12:50 (108.210.70.243)
I've had the Cardas CCBP Unplated Copper Binding Posts installed in my Rogue Sphinx for about three weeks now. Very easy install. The new posts have brought more warmth and musicality to my system; ex .......
140: General Asylum, New website (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-02-24, 11:28:07 (108.210.70.243)
Galen Carol has a new web site. I especially like the tips & tricks section. .......
141: General Asylum, RE: Caption This Pic! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-25, 19:40:07 (108.210.70.243)
Lisa: with all this fancy electronic crap all I can hear is noise; where's the music?! .......
142: General Asylum, Classics Online (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-23, 16:38:09 (108.210.70.243)
Connecting to ClassicsOnline just a while ago I saw this at the bottom of the page: IMPORTANT NOTICE: "ClassicsOnLine is discontinuing its services as of January 31, 2017 until further notice.... All .......
143: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: If it's any encouragement.... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-23, 15:48:19 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks for the input guys; I just ordered some from Sonic Craft. .......
144: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Cardas CCBP Unplated Copper Binding Posts (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-22, 20:36:31 (108.210.70.243)
Great, I've been considering switching out the ho hum binding post on my Rogue Sphinx. .......
145: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Cardas CCBP Unplated Copper Binding Posts (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-22, 15:40:27 (108.210.70.243)
Is the hole at the end of the cable connection meant for bananas? Or is it just a hole? .......
146: Digital Drive, MQA Facts (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-11, 13:39:43 (108.210.70.243)
This in from Audio Stream. .......
147: Digital Drive, RE: Mastersound (MQA) on Tidal streaming (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-05, 22:29:13 (108.210.70.243)
Anyone know who's selling just the decoder for the MQA files (no DAC)? I just listened to Allen Toussaint's American Tunes on Tidal-Master selection at 24/384 and was very impressed and pleased at the .......
148: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-04, 18:01:31 (108.210.70.243)
GStew, very informative reading. I received my third Hammond 193L choke today and it's now connected to my amp. These chokes are one of my four favorite tweaks. .......
149: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-04, 11:23:21 (108.210.70.243)
Awe-d-o-file, I'll have to research isolation transformers cause I don't know a thing about them. I'm lost when I don't have a tweak to play with. Tweaking is an adventure! .......
150: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-04, 11:13:49 (108.210.70.243)
"They extend the positive attributes of the chokes higher up the audio spectrum." Kona, the Magic Tubes are magic. .......
151: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2017-01-02, 17:53:40 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Martythomas, I reversed the leads and so far I don't hear any changes. Maybe it's to subtle for my hearing. Thanks for sharing! .......
152: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-12-31, 11:42:47 (108.210.70.243)
Kona, thanks for the tip. I happen to have two that I received as samples. I'll try them on the chokes. .......
153: Tweakers' Asylum, Hammond 193L Choke Tweak Revisted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-12-30, 21:34:47 (108.210.70.243)
Recently I reevaluated some of the tweaks installed in my system. One being the the Hammond 193L choke tweak attribute to Alan Maher. (http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/search.mpl?searchtext=Hammond .......
154: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: How do I troubleshoot skipping music? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-12-29, 20:00:30 (108.210.70.243)
If you're on a Mac you could also us an app like Memory Clean or Dr. Cleaner to clean the memory without rebooting. .......
155: Digital Drive, RE: Gustard X12 DAC (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-12-17, 14:39:55 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster, I've had the Gustard U12 and X12 in my system for a while now and am quite pleased with both products. The U12 and X12 are connected via a 0.3 Meter WireWorld Chroma 7 Flat HDMI Cable. The .......
156: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: G (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-12-03, 23:43:05 (108.210.70.243)
CDB, thanks for posting the Gage-It info. Got mine today. What a handy widget. .......
157: Cable Asylum, RE: Thanks Duster! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-11-27, 12:41:38 (108.210.70.243)
There are givers and there are takers. You Duster are a giver. What a grand human trait that is. Since I committed myself to the asylum I have benefitted numerous times from your generous sharing of y .......
158: Cable Asylum, RE: He made it sound like ... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-11-02, 23:37:20 (108.210.70.243)
PositiveFeedback.com review of Duelund-Coherent wire review. .......
159: General Asylum, RE: Not sure what you mean (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-30, 16:47:24 (108.210.70.243)
Estat, if I want Emotiva to repair the unit I must purchase ($35.00) one of their own official boxes to return the unit to them. They will not except any other type of box. I no longer have the the bo .......
160: General Asylum, RE: Emotiva CMX-6 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-30, 15:59:11 (108.210.70.243)
Estat thanks for the input. BTW the $35. is for their official box not repair. .......
161: General Asylum, Emotiva CMX-6 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-30, 12:43:16 (108.210.70.243)
I've been using a Emotiva CMX-6 common mode AC line filter and power distribution system for about two years. The LED indicators stopped working about a year ago. The unit continues to function despit .......
162: Cable Asylum, Bare wire speaker connection vs spades and bananas (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-30, 11:23:59 (108.210.70.243)
Pros and cons? Good, bad, benifits? .......
163: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-30, 11:04:31 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, I used a handheld rotary tool with a diamond cut off blade and a semi round metal file. I first found a 25mm round washer and used it and a scratch al to indicate the new cut out location. I r .......
164: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-29, 14:27:26 (108.210.70.243)
At last. After a 31 day wait my Zerozone ps arrived from China via ePacket (eBay). I unpacked it and connected it to my system using the supplied umbilical cable for a quick check. It checked ok .......
165: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Streaming Hiss on Tidal (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-18, 11:44:27 (108.210.70.243)
Me too! Just two days ago the first track of an album I streamed had hiss all the way through it. This is not the first time it has occurred. .......
166: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-13, 10:53:13 (108.210.70.243)
You bet I will Duster. Hopefully my ps will arrive sometime next week. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
167: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-12, 21:34:37 (108.210.70.243)
Oh goody, I see another project in my future! When my ps arrives I'll be able to measure the jack mounting hole. If it requires enlargement my handy rotary tool will take care of that. Thanks for the .......
168: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-12, 16:40:54 (108.210.70.243)
I built this eighteen inch cable of 16 AWG twisted pair mil-spec PTFE silver plated copper wire for the Zerozone ps. The source connector is a Oyaide DC-2.1G and the ps connector is the miniature m .......
169: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-12, 16:04:41 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Duster. I presumed pin one was positive and went ahead and built a cable for the Zerozone LPS. I'll file this info away for reference. After two weeks since ordering it it's finally in transit .......
170: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-12, 10:22:10 (108.210.70.243)
On a 2-pole microphone jack is pin one the positive? .......
171: General Asylum, RE: Your neighbors may not be as thrilled as you are..... LOL nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-08, 19:19:30 (108.210.70.243)
My neighbors are even more thrilled when I play "The Pipes and Drums of Scotland". .......
172: General Asylum, RE: What is your favorite instrument as reproduced on you system? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-10-07, 18:17:27 (108.210.70.243)
Japanese taiko drums at a very high volume. .......
173: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-28, 19:59:49 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, since the umbilical cable needs to be twisted should the two (blue and red) wires in the interior at the DC connector also be twisted? Can you recommend a better quality DC connector, male and .......
174: Cable Asylum, Wire does make a difference (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-28, 17:33:23 (108.210.70.243)
Recently I took a Vintage Audio Lab 2M power cable made with OCC single crystal copper wire and cut it in two parts to make two 1M cables to replace the two 2M Pangia AC-14 cables that had been sup .......
175: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-28, 12:55:08 (108.210.70.243)
Got it, thank you! .......
176: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-28, 09:52:01 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, the link you provided is for a 18 volt ps. Were you given a choice of selecting the voltage you wanted after clicking on the buy now button? I sent a email to the seller with the same question .......
177: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Strange coincidences.... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-27, 18:23:48 (108.210.70.243)
I'll get back after I receive it and install and exercise it for a few days. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
178: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-27, 13:17:16 (108.210.70.243)
Ever since I installed a Wyred 4 Sound "Recovery" doohickey I've been wondering if a linear ps could improve on the wall wart that came with it and the iFi iPower wall wart that replaced it. After res .......
179: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Gustard X12 user manual-where to find? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-22, 12:13:19 (108.210.70.243)
I also have a X12. There is no user manual. None of the Asian audiophile products I've purchased have not come with a user manual. There are plenty of spec info on sites that sell the X12. Yahoo has a .......
180: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: First listen with Wyred 4 Sound Recovery USB Reclocker (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-12, 23:29:46 (108.210.70.243)
I've had my Wyred 4 Sound Recovery USB Reclocker in my system since July. My experience echoes yours. The stock power supply (small wall wart) works just fine but I replaced it with a iFi iPower suppl .......
181: Cable Asylum, RE: Inexpensive cables, better sound (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-04, 20:58:55 (108.210.70.243)
I've been using Belden 8402 diy ic's since the cable was mentioned on Jeff's Place. They replaced ic's made of up-occ wire and Wireworld RCA's. Presently I'm testing a pair of 8402 ic's with KLEI Silv .......
182: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Carbon Fiber Disc Footers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-03, 17:01:11 (108.210.70.243)
I'm using a 0.3m WireWorld Chroma 7 Flat HDMI Cable between the U12 and X12. I also have diy SUPRA LoRad pc's connected to both. The pc's are extremely quite. The Supra HDMI looks to be a worthwhile i .......
183: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Carbon Fiber Disc Footers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-03, 14:05:59 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, I've had my Gustard X12 for over a year now and am quite pleased with it. It's a quality piece at a reasonable price and has all the bells and whistles that I could want. After testing the var .......
184: Cable Asylum, RE: I want to make it perfectly clear that there are cables . . . (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-09-02, 13:58:02 (108.210.70.243)
Hi pc123v. The moment I played music through the WE16GA and Duelund DCA16GA cables I knew I had struck gold. The sound was embracingly musical. The first five hours or so they were a bit rough but the .......
185: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Carbon Fiber Disc Footers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-31, 17:55:02 (108.210.70.243)
Hey Duster, I have tried your suggested diy carbon fiber disc footers and they are working for me! I ordered the 40mm x 10mm carbon fiber composite discs along with Herbie's Grungebuster Dots and the .......
186: Cable Asylum, RE: I want to make it perfectly clear that there are cables . . . (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-31, 17:28:33 (108.210.70.243)
About three hundred hours ago I had been using WE16GA for speaker cables; they replaced Clear Day shotgun cables. They have since been assigned duty to my home theater system. Since then I have been l .......
187: Digital Drive, RE: I think I scored. How's this for $8 ? Some questions. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-23, 19:50:00 (108.210.70.243)
Anyone wanting the service manual, schematics and user manual for the 7700 send me your email address. .......
188: Digital Drive, RE: I think I scored. How's this for $8 ? Some questions. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-23, 11:11:00 (108.210.70.243)
I got a DVP-S7700 on eBay last year. It's like brand new. Makes for a great transport. I also downloaded the service manual and schematics for it. See my email to you. .......
189: Digital Drive, RE: damn! iTunes wont recognise Dave Crosby CD (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-02, 19:51:01 (108.210.70.243)
Just a thought. If the cd will permit it, copy the files from it and burn them to a new cd and then try again with iTunes. Or use a ripping app. to create a new cd. .......
190: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Has anyone seen any isolation devices like this? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-08-01, 20:03:33 (108.210.70.243)
Or this? .......
191: General Asylum, RE: What's With All The Ads On AA??? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-07-31, 13:56:07 (108.210.70.243)
Last week I got fed up with the ads and made a contribution. Rethinking my attitude I realized that if it were not for the Audioasylum I would not be enjoying the great sound I hear from my audio syst .......
192: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Pangea AC Outlet - LINKS (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-07-20, 17:59:20 (108.210.70.243)
http://www.pangeaaudio.com/index.html http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PGNPRXL .......
193: Tweakers' Asylum, Ikea Lack Table HiFi Rack (another one) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-07-17, 11:06:17 (108.210.70.243)
And another Ikea Lack Table ... .......
194: General Asylum, RE: I don't know if anyone had posted this video of this 13yo opera singer but OMG! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-06-21, 00:11:46 (108.210.70.243)
I watched the program and when she sang my heart went into overdrive. It was a priceless moment. I had her voice in my head for days afterwards. .......
195: General Asylum, RE: It is (may be) possible ~ Tinnitus topic (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-06-09, 20:31:43 (108.210.70.243)
I suffered from tinnitus for as long as I could remember. Early Sept 2014 I was afflicted with meniere's disease with debilitating episodes occurring like clock work every five days. One day after dri .......
196: General Asylum, RE: TIDAL and quality (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-04-28, 22:35:44 (108.210.70.243)
Don't need no Chrome. Don't need no browser at all. Just the Tidal Player app. and appropriate settings in the Mac MIDI and Tidal apps. I've compared the same music from Tidal to my cd versio .......
197: General Asylum, RE: care to share pic of your main system? here's mine (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-04-24, 11:01:24 (108.210.70.243)
And mine. I just got the Rogue Sphinx and Gustard X12 DAC. A modest system but I feel very fortunate that I have what I do. The only thing I need are no neighbors. .......
198: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: 12S Audio Interface (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-04-06, 19:34:51 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks fmak, I ordered a 0.3m today. .......
199: Computer Audio Asylum, 12S Audio Interface (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2016-04-05, 22:15:32 (108.210.70.243)
Does the 12S audio interface found on many DACs us the common HDMI cable? I'll soon be connecting a Gustard U-12 to a Gustard X-12 DAC and I'd like to compare the USB and 12S connections. Thanks, pix .......
200: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-26, 23:48:48 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Rhing. I now have a full set of WE 16ga speaker cables (each for audio and video) IC's, digital ic two pc's and links for my NAD integrated amp. So I'll be implimenting your "short segment tweak" v .......
201: Inmate Central, RE: Two more of Ruby looking mega cute (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-13, 21:18:10 (108.210.70.243)
A baby audiophile in the making! Congrats. .......
202: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: I have always heard a marked difference (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-13, 14:44:01 (108.210.70.243)
Hi SuperDad, It was you whom I was trying to remember when I began to think about the optimum USB port. I stumbled on to Computer Audiophile months ago and read yours and others posts about optimizing .......
203: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Mac Mini USB Ports (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-10, 10:19:03 (108.210.70.243)
Hi HiFiOd. My ears tell me it makes a audible difference. .......
204: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Mac Mini USB Ports (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-10, 10:15:08 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Abe, and thank you for your informative response. I invested the time and experimented with all four USB ports. It was worth the effort and time well spent. I have been rewarded with cleaner and cl .......
205: Computer Audio Asylum, Mac Mini USB Ports (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-07, 12:25:59 (108.210.70.243)
Can someone tell me if the USB ports on my Mac Mini (late 2012) are numbered from left to right or right to left? I've used the system information report but don't see what I'm looking for. pixelph .......
206: Inmate Central, RE: Digitizing and Software (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-03, 12:49:58 (108.210.70.243)
Here's a high quality app. comparable to Photoshop. GIMP: http://www.gimp.org. It's free and open Source, cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, OS X, Windows. I use PS CS3 but also lear .......
207: General Asylum, RE: I despise the use of "giantkiller' for any audio gear. the word is overused and usually a total LIE. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-12-03, 12:15:02 (108.210.70.243)
Same with the word hero. Overused and misused. .......
208: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Fried QINPU A6000? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-11-26, 22:38:57 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Kenzo. Did you solve the problem with your Qinpu A6000? I sent you the photos of mine opened up. One of the photos shows a red X on one of the large black caps. There is no printed specs on the cap .......
209: Inmate Central, RE: Why are the best Obstetricians Foreigners? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-11-16, 12:37:05 (108.210.70.243)
That's a pretty broad statement! .......
210: Inmate Central, RE: The joy of changing my car's oil... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-11-16, 12:35:34 (108.210.70.243)
I like my car too. It's a Honda Element 2004. Only 63k miles. And I like to change the oil and filter myself but the buttheads at Honda engineered it so it's nearly impossible to do so. Despite their .......
211: General Asylum, RE: Veterans Day! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-11-12, 23:52:58 (108.210.70.243)
Thank you from a Nam ground pounder. .......
212: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Fried QINPU A6000? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-11-04, 19:50:30 (108.210.70.243)
Here you go. .......
213: Inmate Central, RE: Big SLR lens on DSLR body 1:1 ? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-29, 23:37:37 (108.210.70.243)
Old photographer saying, "F8 and pray." .......
214: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire & Power Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-24, 00:06:08 (108.210.70.243)
I built another PC using the Western Electric16GA NOS wire popularized by Jeff Day (http://jeffsplace.me/wordpress/). This time I used a twisted pair per Hot and Neutral and twisted both of them toget .......
215: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-20, 17:36:52 (108.210.70.243)
plugmein, try this link. .......
216: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-20, 12:21:31 (108.210.70.243)
Just thinking out loud here plugmein. Follow the link Duster provided to the eBay/TeraDak page. Find a PS with the necessary voltage and go from there, research. .......
217: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-19, 20:33:14 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Duster, I researched the TeraDak PS earlier this month prior to your posting about the Zerozone PS. All things considered I'm opting for the TeraDak PS. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
218: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Zerozone Linear Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-10-19, 11:57:49 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster. Do you think the Zerozone LPS would be an improvement over the Pyramid PS I'm using with my Musical Fidelity V90 DAC? The specs for it is: Linear Power Supply Input:115V AC, 60Hz,50 Watt .......
219: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Qinpu A-6000 MK ll Intergrated Amp (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-30, 10:24:40 (108.210.70.243)
Nope. Nothing on either side to indicate cap voltage/uF. .......
220: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Qinpu A-6000 MK ll Intergrated Amp (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-29, 20:19:36 (108.210.70.243)
Are there any owners of the Qinpu A-6000 Mk ll integrated amp here who have made mods to it? In the photo note the cap with the red X. It has no markings what so ever. By chance does anyone know wh .......
221: General Asylum, RE: Interesting relief from tinnitus, try it! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-18, 12:45:33 (108.210.70.243)
Up until about April of this year I had tinnitus 24/7 for as long as I can remember. I have also suffered from Meniere's disease on two occasions.The last episode was earlier this year and lasted for .......
222: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-12, 20:28:30 (108.210.70.243)
Now that the 16ga WE wire on eBay is more or less gone has anyone considered using 14ga WE wire of the same era? .......
223: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: ;-) nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-10, 21:23:39 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks guys, and I am enjoying it! Happy ears to ya, pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
224: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-10, 12:43:51 (108.210.70.243)
dcktr, I bought the same from the same eBay seller as did many others after reading about it at Jeff's Place and in this thread. I checked eBay the other day and their ain't no more. So hold on to wha .......
225: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Clearing up the Cat 5 controversy (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-09, 23:57:50 (108.210.70.243)
bartc: "Did some searching here and found the OP referenced post in which Al Sekela suggests Cat 5 wire in an R-C parallel filter. Yes, he did say that but that was for a SPEAKER R-C array, NOT for AC .......
226: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Clearing up the Cat 5 controversy (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-09, 23:49:20 (108.210.70.243)
Ugly, the wire I replaced the cat5 teflon wire with is Neotech hookup wire, up-occ copper solid core 18ga, 105C, 600v. I'll also follow the suggestion made by madisonears (thank you) and add a second .......
227: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Safety! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-09, 16:36:14 (108.210.70.243)
Duster and ugly, thank you for your input and advise. This morning I replaced the cat5 wire with some up-occ copper 18ga hookup wire I forgot I had from a previous project. I'm pretty shure it's made .......
228: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-08, 22:21:30 (108.210.70.243)
Hi dcktr, as to connectors, tis your choice, bare or connectors. I used banana plugs. I have not read here or at Jeff's Place (see link) of anyone building shotgun cables. By the way were did you buy .......
229: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: You're right - Pixel this was for you about kitty litter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-08, 22:12:44 (108.210.70.243)
Hi beautox and bartc, rather than search out the right Kitty Litter I instead stuffed some rope caulk and tourmaline crystal in the two ac filters I've built so far and and am satisfied with that. Now .......
230: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Safety! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-08, 21:59:19 (108.210.70.243)
Hi ugly, thanks for your comments. My thinking of using cat 5 stranded teflon encased copper wire was if Al Sekela suggested it it must be worthy of trying. The two ac filters I've built so far are ar .......
231: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: You're right - Pixel this was for you about kitty litter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-05, 20:01:04 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks bartc I'll search out the right kitty litter in the next two days and try it on my third filter. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
232: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: more fillers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-04, 22:13:27 (108.210.70.243)
Kitty litter, I just happen to have a small bag of it from kitty sitting last year. Yeah I'll try that in the next filter I build. Thanks bartc. Thanks Duster. pixelphoto .......
233: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Another DIY project (AC Filter) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-03, 19:38:03 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks to all your responses guys. I don't think I'll fill the box with silicone. I have some rope caulk at hand and will apply it tomorrow. This morning I put some tourmaline crystal in and there is .......
234: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Got my Magic Tubes today (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-02, 22:01:42 (108.210.70.243)
Got mine five days ago. Stuck them on the ic's at the amp. The next day I listened for a while and concluded the sound was more dynamic. I like them but crystals are cheeper. .......
235: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Another DIY project (AC Filter) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-02, 21:53:24 (108.210.70.243)
I've been moving it from jack to jack the past few days. For now I'm going to leave it in a modded power bar that manages my little Qinpu integrated amp. I'll probably build two or three more for the .......
236: Tweakers' Asylum, Another DIY project (AC Filter) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-09-02, 19:31:50 (108.210.70.243)
Another DIY project (AC Filter) This is new to me but old hat for many of you. This is a AC filter attributed to the late Al Sekela. I assembled the filter using the DIY recipe I found at EconoTwea .......
237: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Great results with battery ground tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-20, 20:48:33 (108.210.70.243)
bravi, the 9V batteries will handle the soldering just fine. If you are concerned about the heat affecting the battery use a small alligator clip as a heat sink. .......
238: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-13, 21:50:34 (108.210.70.243)
Well the PC I built using the WE vintage cable as of tonight has 288 hours on it. I have it connected to my little Qinpu A6000 MK2 intergrated amp. Its working in synergy with the WE vintage speaker c .......
239: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-12, 19:36:04 (108.210.70.243)
ipdtt, I sure did. I now have two separate 9 v batteries with one 47000f cap each plus bypass cap attached to the widescreen. This morning I plugged in another for a total of 141,000uf. The results ar .......
240: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-12, 10:01:41 (108.210.70.243)
pc123v, for my hearing and my audio system the BGT with cap brought more clarity and dynamic sound. The bass tightened up and the treble became much smoother, more detail, more music. For video more d .......
241: General Asylum, RE: AsylumTrader (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-10, 22:02:12 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks guys!!! .......
242: General Asylum, RE: AsylumTrader (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-10, 17:08:23 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Awe-d-o-file, the debit card has been taken care of, I just mentioned it as the reason for my paranoia. And thanks for answering my question. Regards, pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
243: General Asylum, AsylumTrader (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-10, 15:33:58 (108.210.70.243)
Enlighten me please. I have two items listed in the AsylumTrader. I have had three inquires in the past two days. All three shown in their enquiry the following: "Unregistered user or user not logged .......
244: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-05, 19:32:08 (108.210.70.243)
Unclestu, since I last posted on this thread I followed your advice. I reduced the number of caps to one by obtaining 47000f caps from eBay and EPCOS/TDK Polyester film capacitors/1.0uf 100V DC and W .......
245: General Asylum, RE: Voltage regulators (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-05, 18:20:00 (108.210.70.243)
The Tripp-lite 1800 Line Conditioner I introduced into my system last year has been extremely stable. With the power outages and switch overs that occur in my neighborhood I feel more confident of the .......
246: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-08-01, 16:12:20 (108.210.70.243)
I just completed building a six foot PC using the vintage WE 16GA wire. One 6/1/2' length per L and N plus 14 GA multi strand ground wire. No fancy geometry, I just twisted the wire approximately t .......
247: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-31, 23:05:41 (108.210.70.243)
Shun Mook is now making PC's, IC's and speaker cables using "vintage WE wire" for outrageous $$$$. Has anyone here made PC's or IC's using the subject cable of this thread? I'll be building a PC tomor .......
248: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Did you actually read my post? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-16, 17:03:41 (108.210.70.243)
Lew, it's just a misunderstanding. I believe the schematic is something new as of its posting time today. Not pointing a finger at anyone but to often members do not do there own independent research .......
249: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-16, 14:01:30 (108.210.70.243)
You cand start reading here: http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/search.mpl?searchtext=ground+tweak&b=AND&topic=&topics_only=N&author=&date1=&date2=&slowmessage=&sort=score&sortOrder=DESC&forum=tweaks http: .......
250: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-16, 11:56:56 (108.210.70.243)
Unclestu thank you much for your advice and sharing your experience. And thanks for the schematic; even I can read it (been teaching myself how to). I'm going to refine what I have and then experiment .......
251: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Questions (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-15, 22:55:27 (108.210.70.243)
The RCA plugs plug into any unused RCA jack were they work their magic. .......
252: Tweakers' Asylum, Battery Ground Tweak + Cap and Widescreen (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-15, 20:32:53 (108.210.70.243)
I've been using the Battery Ground Tweak with Capacitor in my audio system ever since unclestu began posting about it. It's a fantastic tweak. Last week I finally got around to applying it to the A .......
253: Cable Asylum, RE: Just curious: I don't see much about DH Labs cables here. Why?/I've had good luck with them..NT (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-07-06, 11:38:28 (108.210.70.243)
I also built a pc using the Power Plus cable and Valab Carbon Housing Rhodium Plated IEC plugs. Low cost and high quality. I'll be building another one soon. .......
254: General Asylum, RE: Earthquake/Vibration Detector (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-06-23, 10:23:07 (108.210.70.243)
If you were to follow the link and do a little reading you might see this application as a tool to assist you/us/inmates in REDUCING VIBRATIONS IN ONES AUDIO SYSTEM. The key words in the subject title .......
255: General Asylum, Earthquake/Vibration Detector (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-06-22, 18:05:54 (108.210.70.243)
http://www.iseismometer.com Works on iPhone, Android and Windows phones. Whole lot of shaking going on. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
256: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-06-14, 18:09:58 (108.210.70.243)
That's it Mortsnets. Same recipe. I'm really happy you first posted about Jeff's Place and the Belden cable. The ic's I made from the Belden and the Western Electric wire for speakers are just awesome .......
257: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-06-14, 16:50:47 (108.210.70.243)
Yes. I followed the recipe/info as Yazaki-San posted at http://www.image99.net/blog/files/category-cable-construction.html. You can trim away at least half of the shield and twist it with whichever wi .......
258: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-06-13, 23:22:47 (108.210.70.243)
Several weeks ago I built a 14" IC using the Belden 8402 cable and Switchcraft 3502AAU (gold center pin) RCA's to run between my Gustard USB/SPDIF convertor to my Musical Fidelity DAC. I did this m .......
259: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-30, 22:16:12 (108.210.70.243)
Go here, read and ask. .......
260: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-30, 22:14:42 (108.210.70.243)
Go here, read and ask. .......
261: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: " USB REGEN " by UpTone Audio ... any opinions ? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-29, 11:42:06 (108.210.70.243)
beppe61, 1. Source: Mac Mini (Late 2012) with Computer Audio Design OSX Optimization Script V1.3 (OS X 10.10.3) USB out. 2. U12 out: Coax out to Musical Fidelity V90, (Oyaide DR-510 1 meter coaxial .......
262: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-28, 18:23:55 (108.210.70.243)
Since I installed this wire I'm listening to more music and enjoying it more. So, I ordered more for my Video system. What a gem. .......
263: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-28, 18:14:43 (108.210.70.243)
Three days ago I replaced the Switchcraft 3502AAU RCA's on the Belden 8402 wire to Wireworld Silver Tube and KLE Silver Harmony RCA's. After three days of listening to music with these RCA's I must sa .......
264: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: " USB REGEN " by UpTone Audio ... any opinions ? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-28, 12:59:17 (108.210.70.243)
lokie, check this out: GUSTARD U12 32Bit / 384KHz XMOS USB Digital Audio Interface. I've been running one for about six months. It's self powered. I'm very pleased with it. .......
265: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-25, 19:10:16 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Mortnets, I saw the same remark by Jeff referencing the WE 16ga wire and did a double take. After rereading the blog I thought perhaps he was referring to the fact that he twisted two lengths of wi .......
266: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-22, 20:04:55 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Mortsnets, I would like to say thanks for posting about Jeff's Place. Had you not I would not be writing this. Discovering the Belden 8402 cable and WE16GA wire have transformed my modest system to .......
267: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-22, 19:32:56 (108.210.70.243)
Hi fantja. As you know I'm using it as a transport. I'm very fortunate to have found it and enjoy it immensely. It sounds wonderful. I also have a Mac Mini music system. To my ears there is no discern .......
268: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-22, 19:08:42 (108.210.70.243)
The mailman played nice today and delivered my WE16GA wire. I mounted some bananas to the wire and prettified them with some shrink wrap. Removed the Clearday shotgun wire from the audio system and in .......
269: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-21, 22:35:41 (108.210.70.243)
Note the 16g rather than 16ga in the link; must be a typo? Anyway I ordered the same as you did. If the USPS does their job I should have it on Sat. http://www.ebay.ca/itm/per-ft-Western-Electric-AIW- .......
270: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-21, 22:07:00 (108.210.70.243)
Does anyone know if WE16G stranded wire is the same as WE16GA? WE16G is here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/351403279783. .......
271: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-21, 18:28:29 (108.210.70.243)
Try these links and happy reading. Painting the CD tray: http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/search.mpl?forum=tweaks&searchtext=paint+cd+tray Rope caulk: http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/search.mpl?searchtext= .......
272: Cable Asylum, RE: Western Electric WE16GA Speaker Wire (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-21, 11:01:56 (108.210.70.243)
I've had the Belden 8402 cable in my system for over 350 hrs now and loving it. I'm patting myself on the back for making the move. I ordered the WE16GA last week from the same eBay seller as rhing an .......
273: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-15, 09:11:43 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Salectric, I have a set of KLE Silver Harmony on Wireworld Equinox 6 OCC copper cable that I'll be desoldering soon to try on the Belden cable. I've been very happy with them but the Beldon 8402 wi .......
274: Tweakers' Asylum, Another Cheap Tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-13, 11:00:24 (108.210.70.243)
Received email from Tweek Geek this morning about bamboo cutting boards. http://www.theaudiobeat.com/blog/ikea_aptitlig.htm and link to Ikea: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/c .......
275: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-12, 13:01:22 (108.210.70.243)
Dave, at some point I'll switch the Switchcraft rca's for the KLE rca's to compare. I'll be able to practice my desoldering and soldering skills too. The Belden's now have about 180 hrs on them and ar .......
276: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-11, 16:28:29 (108.210.70.243)
"without break-in the Belden 8402 with Switchcraft 3502AAU RCAs sound better than the Oyaide PCOCC cable with KLE RCA?" Hi Dave, Yeah I said that. It is the touch of warmth from the Belden cable that .......
277: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-09, 16:44:24 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Mortsnet, I saw that but misinterpreted the info. I read it as only 3' was avaiable. Thank you! .......
278: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-09, 11:58:49 (108.210.70.243)
Finally gave up search for Belden 9497 and 8471 cable by the foot, darn. .......
279: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-08, 22:13:51 (108.210.70.243)
Does using this cable for speakers make sense? .......
280: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-08, 22:02:49 (108.210.70.243)
After reading write up about the Belden 8402 cable I ordered ten feet and the Switchcraft 3502AAU RCA connector. Received both items today. Spent the afternoon building two set of ic's. Removed the Oy .......
281: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: People over on CA have been using this cable and "HEARING" positive results. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-04, 20:20:55 (108.210.70.243)
This link might help Roseval. .......
282: General Asylum, RE: Would you give up your system for a woman you loved? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-04, 20:07:14 (108.210.70.243)
NO! .......
283: Cable Asylum, RE: Belden 8402 ICs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-05-02, 11:44:32 (108.210.70.243)
Referenced cable can be found here: http://btpa.com/CA-0582.html .......
284: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Detail Magnifier (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-04-11, 22:50:27 (108.210.70.243)
Hay you, yeah you, the ones with the little bitty minds. Stow you inflated all knowing EGOS in the closet and check out this link. http://www.econotweaks.com/2322.html. read the schematic and build a .......
285: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: DIY Detail Magnifier (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-04-10, 19:56:22 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks everyone for your input. This was learning a exercise for me. In the near future I'll be trying a few different caps and resistors, etc. pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
286: Tweakers' Asylum, DIY Detail Magnifier (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-04-09, 22:36:13 (108.210.70.243)
First, thanks to econotweaks.com for generously sharing the info for the DIY version of their DETAIL MAGNIFIER. This is probably nothing new for most of you but was a great project for me. Af .......
287: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: A note about my tweaks (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-04-03, 18:46:51 (108.210.70.243)
Unclestu I'm a very young 71 and also have a faulty heart. My condition is mild compared to yours and I work hard to prevent further complications. Tweaking is something that really excites me but I'm .......
288: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: On tweaking and this forum (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-30, 13:13:39 (108.210.70.243)
Good on you Tom E and my apology to you. Best to you, pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
289: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Mostly nonsense (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-28, 22:37:46 (108.210.70.243)
nt .......
290: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-25, 18:34:43 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster, I have been experimenting with the AcoustiFeet soft silicone vibration control feet you suggested. I also rediscovered the various Vibrapods I had and tried those (#2) under the Sony (trans .......
291: General Asylum, RE: Free Service Manuals (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 21:50:14 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks BCR, I downloaded one for my NAD amp. .......
292: General Asylum, RE: Free Service Manuals (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 12:08:07 (108.210.70.243)
cloudwalker, I downloaded the service manual for the Sony DVP-S7700 and it is from a original verified from publication info on last the page. Three is a daily limit of three downloads . .......
293: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Nice (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 11:41:36 (108.210.70.243)
Yah, I fear I would go into withdrawal if I didn't get my periodical tweek fix. Tweaking makes it all so much worthwhile. .......
294: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 11:36:49 (108.210.70.243)
Thank you sir. .......
295: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 11:35:48 (108.210.70.243)
DG, I tried the same as you but with some artificial felt from the big box. Didn't work. My speakers are Definitive Technology STS tower speakers and very narrow with little surface space to attach re .......
296: General Asylum, Free Service Manuals (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-14, 11:15:27 (108.210.70.243)
http://www.hifi-manuals.com/ .......
297: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-13, 21:57:58 (108.210.70.243)
Hi DG, of the ten different felts why did you choose the one you did? .......
298: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-13, 17:19:40 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Duster, I'll try the AcoustiFeet first and hear what happens. By the way do you know of another source of cryoed IEC pig tail adaptors other than Take Five? .......
299: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-13, 16:19:47 (108.210.70.243)
Hi Duster. Thanks to you I learned about the pig tail trick. As the pic shows I have diy footers of cork and neoprene laminate. Bamboo cutting board with felt pads and the common particle board? sh .......
300: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-13, 16:09:25 (108.210.70.243)
Hi fantja, thank you. Nope, I have modded the original Sony PS-1 following a recipe I found in another forum. I did this to teach myself how to solder and desolder and for this old guy to learn some n .......
301: Tweakers' Asylum, Almost newSony DVP-S7700 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-12, 15:07:54 (108.210.70.243)
I sold my lightly modded Oppo 980H I had been using as a transport and now have a new (to me) transport, a Sony DVP-S7700. Got it from eBay for $79.99. A few scratches on the top .......
302: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Twisting CDP multi-wire connectors (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-03-12, 14:56:10 (108.210.70.243)
Hi DG, I'll try your suggestion on the Sony DVP-S7700 I just received from Bay. I sold the Oppo 980H; the one you see in the pict. .......
303: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Did you check Michael Percy? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-28, 22:30:31 (108.210.70.243)
Yes sir. He is out of stock. No more. .......
304: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Some additional data points (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 17:48:41 (108.210.70.243)
unclestu, From what I’ve gleaned so far is that I could use Mumetal Joint-Shield foil tape (4” x .010”) which has an adhesive backing. And 3M copper tape 1181 1/2” (RFI/EMI shielding) and sandwich the .......
305: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Pardon my ignorance but (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 14:22:56 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks unclestu, your advise is appreciated. Time for me to lean something new. .......
306: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: TI-Shield wanted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 14:13:53 (108.210.70.243)
http://gavenindustries.com/RFEnclosures.html manufactures it for large commercial jobs. .......
307: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Pardon my ignorance but (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 13:22:47 (108.210.70.243)
unclestu, this is all fairly new to me. The recipe for the HRSCF calls for TI-Shield. TI SHIELD: Unique composite shielding material from Texas Instruments for blocking EMI & RFI interference. Convent .......
308: Tweakers' Asylum, TI-Shield wanted (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 10:50:54 (108.210.70.243)
I have searched the net for a small quanity of TI-Shield without success. It appears to be manufactured for large commercial projects. I'm gathering parts to build the old High Resolution Speaker Cabl .......
309: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Damping the Foating CDP Laser-Track Tray (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-27, 10:31:38 (108.210.70.243)
Hi DG, yes I discovered the same after listening to the various settings. .......
310: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Damping the Foating CDP Laser-Track Tray (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-20, 22:00:03 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks for the info DG. Ace Hardware it is. I'll get some and stow it in my official "Tweaker Kit". .......
311: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Damping the Foating CDP Laser-Track Tray (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-20, 21:25:56 (108.210.70.243)
That was my intention but the dumb asses at the big boxes had know idea of what I was talking about. I've used rope caulk before and did want to compare. I feel lucky I found the GB Duct Seal. At any .......
312: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Damping the Foating CDP Laser-Track Tray (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-20, 21:02:12 (108.210.70.243)
I’ve had GB Duct Seal on the plastic support over the CD tray and the interior sides of the CDP (Oppo 980H) for several weeks now. Much quieter back ground with a increase in clarity and dyna .......
313: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-15, 12:11:04 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks Tom, and Peace be Upon You. Marvin .......
314: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-14, 11:41:11 (108.210.70.243)
Yes, thanks to Duster's experience, knowledge and willingness to share prompted me to try the VAlab connectors. And I don't regret it for a nano second. .......
315: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-13, 23:01:24 (108.210.70.243)
I have no reason to believe the Valab connectors are not what they claim to be. Are the Furutech connectors what they claim to be? Late last year I did compare Supra LoRad cable with cheap connectors .......
316: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-13, 19:14:59 (108.210.70.243)
I see they also have KLE Innovations Pure Harmony RCA plugs for $96. .......
317: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-13, 09:59:42 (108.210.70.243)
Hey there The Dill, I’ve got one PC (Supra Lorad 3x2 5 Power Cable) on my Gustard U12 USB/SPDIF converter, another on the Pyramid PS (Neotech OCC) for my Musical Fidelity V90 Dac and this latest one w .......
318: Cable Asylum, DIY PC Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-12, 23:40:19 (108.210.70.243)
Just showing off my latest DIY PC. The connectors are a work of art from VALAB on eBay. Cost was only $118.00 for connectors and cable. It's now cooking on the refer until next Monday eve. This is .......
319: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Dropped Connections (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-12, 08:49:27 (108.210.70.243)
Hi soundchekk, for the past ten days or so I have not experienced any dropouts, etc. Throughout these ten days I have switched back and forth between the old cables and the Corning and still prefer th .......
320: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: USB Optical Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-11, 09:40:59 (108.210.70.243)
The Gustard IS self-powered. "This cable is designed to be compatible with self-powered devices using USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interfaces." The Corning cable is for signal only. .......
321: Computer Audio Asylum, USB Optical Cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-11, 00:13:48 (108.210.70.243)
For the past eight months I’ve been listening to my music via my Mac Mini (late 2012). Recently I came across a post at another audio web site referencing a USB 3.0 optical cable made by Corning .......
322: General Asylum, RE: Radioshack files for Bankruptcy - It's Official (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-06, 23:06:23 (108.210.70.243)
So I went to a local Rat Shack today for a project board and received a 60% discount on my purchase. Monday I'm going back with a shopping list! I sure miss the catalog. Need batteries mister, we got .......
323: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Seeking Help With Late 2014 Mac Mini USB Hi-Speed Bus (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-01-26, 22:51:24 (108.210.70.243)
Just a suggestion; have you checked out http://www.computeraudiophile.com? .......
324: Cable Asylum, USB 3.0 Optical cable by Corning (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-01-20, 15:46:51 (108.210.70.243)
Seems like a viable option for connection between computer and Dac or USB-SPDIF converter. Opinions. .......
325: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Another little box coming ... usb to spdif converter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-01-20, 14:57:18 (108.210.70.243)
Hi beppi61, I followed your lead some weeks ago and purchased a Gustard U12 (eBay $169.99). I’ve been listening to my music via my Mac Mini (late 2012) and 32GB SD cards with Mavericks (10.9) and Yose .......
326: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Certainly - not needed for 6C33C, I'm talking for input (6SL7) and driver (6SN7). N/T (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-01-08, 10:41:05 (108.210.70.243)
Quake Hold (museum putty) (www.quakehold.com) works very well and is inexpensive. Resists heat very well. .......
327: General Asylum, RE: If Santa wouldbring you any Audio thing of your heart's desire, What would it be? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-12-20, 11:16:38 (108.210.70.243)
A room for perfect sound. .......
328: General Asylum, RE: system pics Dec 2014, anyone else care to share? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-12-14, 22:10:22 (108.210.70.243)
My modest system. .......
329: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Another little box coming ... usb to spdif converter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-12-12, 11:30:48 (108.210.70.243)
Thanks beppe61. I followered the link and managed to download a driver but on arrival found its for Windows. Google translate was no help. I'll attempt to email them and see what happens. .......
330: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Another little box coming ... usb to spdif converter (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-12-12, 10:46:02 (108.210.70.243)
Hi beppe61, do you know if it is plug and play or are drivers required on a Mac? Searched everywhere but no answer. .......
331: General Asylum, RE: Do you hear color when listening to misic? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-08-25, 13:25:22 (69.231.199.146)
Hi Sue. many years past (70’s) I went to junior college on the GI bill of rights. In Music Appreciation 101 students were permitted to attend free Sunday concerts at the L. A. Music Center. Well, clas .......
332: General Asylum, RE: Hearing aides (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-08-13, 19:59:45 (69.231.199.237)
Without my hearing aids I would not have my humble audio system. A word of advise to you. Don't let the Dr., audiologist or dispenser get away with just adjusting them to "thats good enough; but push .......
333: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Anyone had a MicroSD card they could not format?....... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-07-25, 20:07:20 (69.231.195.166)
If you have a digital camera that excepts micro SD cards try formatting it in camera. .......
334: Cable Asylum, RE: antistatic foam: typically for computer chip assy. No audio use. as for AC... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-27, 12:01:46 (69.231.199.19)
I'm sure you're right; must be stray radiation. pixelphoto .......
335: Cable Asylum, RE: Thin sheet copper, antistatic foam wrap.. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-26, 20:03:31 (69.231.199.19)
“You can tell the effectiveness of you shield with a $22 GreenLee GT-16 non contact voltage detector. From Amazon. The Greenlee is the better device compared to others in around the same price range ( .......
336: Cable Asylum, RE: AC Plugs performance characteristics comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-24, 18:27:32 (69.231.194.243)
Ok, thanks Duster. .......
337: Cable Asylum, RE: AC Plugs performance characteristics comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-24, 16:01:03 (69.231.194.243)
Well the plugs arrived in the U. S. very quickly from China but sat in a USPS P. O. for two days before delivery to me. The hardest part of assembling everything was getting all 320 wires (per conduc .......
338: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY Wireworld Equinox 6 terminated with KLE Innovations Silver Harmony rca connectors. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-15, 14:52:08 (69.231.194.153)
Ok, I'll let them rest until tomorrow. Thanks for the help and advise Duster. Best to ya, pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
339: Cable Asylum, RE: DIY Wireworld Equinox 6 terminated with KLE Innovations Silver Harmony rca connectors. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-14, 18:48:21 (69.231.200.240)
After 240 hrs. of non stop break-in the combination of KLE Innovations Silver Harmony rca connectors and Equinox cable are to my ears more transparent and higher resolving than another interconnect re .......
340: Cable Asylum, RE: AC Plugs performance characteristics comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-09, 16:49:26 (69.231.200.212)
Thanks for the reply Duster. After considering your informative input I've opted for the Valab Carbon Housing model plugs. I must admit I haven't given the wall ac outlet much consideration. Although .......
341: Cable Asylum, AC Plugs performance characteristics comparison (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-07, 23:41:33 (69.231.202.26)
I’m in need of a new diy pc. I have decided to use SUPRA LoRad 3x2.5 Power Cable based on reviews, reputation and cost to performance ratio as opposed to my favorite ucocc cable which is a wee bit to .......
342: General Asylum, RE: Ian of Grant Fidelity Is Very, Very ILL (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-07, 13:11:32 (69.231.192.100)
Thank you Tom. .......
343: Cable Asylum, RE: KLE Innovations (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-06-04, 17:31:56 (69.231.196.131)
Following your lead Duster I lucked out with buying a set of KLE Innovations Silver Harmony RCA Plugs on the last day of their sell at Parts Connexion.com. The Wireworld Equinox 6 interconnect wire .......
344: General Asylum, RE: RadioShack to close about 500 stores... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2014-02-04, 13:12:14 (69.231.199.142)
Need any batteries today, sir? .......
345: Digital Drive, RE: Good on ya, OB! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-11-28, 21:37:15 (69.231.204.202)
"And, oddly enough, I found the lost remote a week later. I again called customer support and offered to return the new remote they sent". You sir are an HONORABLE man; a tip of my hat to ya. ::: TOPI .......
346: Digital Drive, RE: Pre gap (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-10-13, 10:43:40 (69.231.205.241)
Thank you Tony and Old Listener. I've concluded after reading your input that I don't need no stinking pre gap. And with that decision my disc ripping is at least four times faster. No obvious change .......
347: Digital Drive, Pre gap (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-10-11, 17:17:25 (69.231.204.9)
I have searched for info relative to the pre gap on a CD but am not finding the answer I need. So can someone here tell me if when ripping a CD is it necessary to detect for a pre gap or not. Do I .......
348: Cable Asylum, RE: if you recall John Risch's wire recipe (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-10-06, 15:28:11 (69.231.203.38)
Try this link: http://web.archive.org/web/20071203021647/http://www.geocities.com/jonrisch/index2.htm .......
349: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: USB over RJ45 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-27, 23:33:13 (69.231.202.128)
Sorry bout the link. Try this. .......
350: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: USB over RJ45 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-27, 23:23:15 (69.231.202.128)
I'm using this with a Belkin gold usb cable. .......
351: General Asylum, RE: Boy has it gotten harsh around here ! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-23, 12:37:57 (69.231.204.53)
Has anyone noticed posts made several days ago are now missing; including one of mine? .......
352: General Asylum, RE: Rita Hayworth - Stayin' Alive! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-10, 14:05:01 (69.231.205.165)
Thank you Rockethead26. That was awsomeeeeeeee! I have many of those movies in my video collection. The 30's and 40's are my favorite years for movies. Time to watch Swing Time (1936) staring Fred & G .......
353: Inmate Central, RE: Ariel Castro found dead in his cell! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-04, 22:59:41 (69.231.204.209)
I hope he got a chance to hook up with BUBBA. .......
354: General Asylum, RE: Sony made announcement (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-04, 22:17:01 (69.231.204.209)
"Why high-resolution audio is an industry pipe-dream" .......
355: General Asylum, RE: Happy Labor Day! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-09-02, 14:31:54 (69.231.205.10)
To all us retired folk who labor no more; a most happy Labor Day. Pixelphoto .......
356: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Caption needed, Photo No. 2 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-31, 20:21:05 (69.231.204.181)
Fellow on the right: Say, this beer sure sounds great. .......
357: Digital Drive, RE: Mod your Musical Fidelity V-DAC 2 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 22:49:14 (69.231.204.251)
Thanks fantja. I'm thinking of modding one more Sony PS One (mdl 1001) as a final keeper. I'm also wondering if there are any mods for the NAD C 326BEE integrated amp.; haven't found any yet with Goog .......
358: General Asylum, RE: I never open emails I do not know the sender. I miss out on some, but ??? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 22:35:24 (69.231.204.251)
Elizabeth, I've been computing since I bought an Apple 2C yea many years past. I have never been attacked from the internet or WEB not even by my mouse. I believe in karma. The person who did this wil .......
359: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Alligator clip and square knot tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 22:25:11 (69.231.204.251)
Just trying the tweak touted by I believe May Belt and geoffkait. It's said to improve the sound from ones system. I first tied a square knot in some of my lightweight and flexible power cables throug .......
360: Tweakers' Asylum, Alligator clip and square knot tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 15:52:00 (69.231.204.251)
I've had these attached for maybe two months. Can't tell if their working. Anyone else with an update? Pixelphoto .......
361: Digital Drive, RE: Mod your Musical Fidelity V-DAC 2 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 15:09:19 (69.231.204.251)
Opps, forgot to give credit to Will at http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/digital-line-level/215177-musical-fidelity-v-dac2-opamp-comaptibility.html Pixelphoto (Marvin) .......
362: Digital Drive, Mod your Musical Fidelity V-DAC 2 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 15:04:32 (69.231.204.251)
About two weeks ago I modded my MF V-Dac 2. I replaced the opamps with OPA1654 and OPA1662 from TI. I also installed ClarityCap, 4.7uf / 250VDC, ESA Series as DC blocking caps. I did this .......
363: General Asylum, Bad email (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 14:08:20 (69.231.204.251)
Well I'm back online since losing my Mac computer to a bott (or some other vile thing) imbedded in a email. The email came from this asylum. It was entitled "Which came first the chicken or the egg". .......
364: Tweakers' Asylum, Another ground control tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-21, 12:30:14 (69.231.204.251)
I found this by accident: http://www.akikoaudio.nl/en/akiko-audio/akiko-audio-audio-accessories/56-qwd .......
365: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Cd markers?? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-08-01, 15:43:04 (69.231.194.172)
Garden Craft Terra Cotta Markers. .......
366: General Asylum, RE: Why do audiophiles on this forum spend so much time on their computers, away from their music? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 22:04:10 (69.231.206.84)
As for me I'm researching our great hobby so I can learn how to do mods and such. .......
367: General Asylum, RE: Desoldering advice request (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 21:56:44 (69.231.206.84)
Hi Mark, You have me confused with someone who knows something. Well I will say I have learned a lot from the many smart people in the four asylums I frequent. I have no experience with any dacs excep .......
368: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: The cd color thing...att. Geoff, DryG, and Dave Pr... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 19:59:24 (69.231.206.84)
These were actually printed on my ink jet printer. Each sounds differently. I prefer the Tri-Color one of my previous post. .......
369: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: The cd color thing...att. Geoff, DryG, and Dave Pr... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 19:55:13 (69.231.206.84)
This is actually a cd printable stick on cover I painted using Garden Craft Terra Cotta Markers. Placed face (color) down on the disc really smoothes out the sound. .......
370: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Caption needed (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 19:23:25 (69.231.206.84)
She said: I hear a buzz but I can't tell which speaker it is. Do you guys hear it? .......
371: General Asylum, RE: Desoldering advice request (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 17:41:28 (69.231.206.84)
SUCCESS! I snipped and desoldered the stock opamps and installed the replacements. If I may say so myself I did a pretty neat and clean job considering my eyes are almost 70 years young. I'm not sure .......
372: General Asylum, RE: do you want to save the opamps? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 09:42:21 (69.231.206.84)
Yep, I did snip them. I'm surprised how inexpensive they are. Marvin .......
373: General Asylum, RE: No, he means like these (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-28, 09:38:20 (69.231.206.84)
These are the the kind of opamps I have. I don't think they will mate well with that adapter. Is that call a DIP adapter? Marvin .......
374: General Asylum, RE: If you're into (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-27, 22:21:10 (69.231.209.30)
Hi unclestu, this is my first time playing with opamps. I did look at some "Browndog" adapters but they were for what I understand to be for DIP's. The opamps in my MF DAC 2 don't have straight pins ( .......
375: General Asylum, RE: Use flux on braid (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-27, 22:02:54 (69.231.209.30)
BenM, I keep a small notepad of notes on various audiophile subjects and your hint has been dually posted under soldering. Thank you. Marvin .......
376: General Asylum, RE: do you want to save the opamps? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-27, 19:48:20 (69.231.209.30)
Naw, it's worth the time and effort saved to just snip them away. The new ones I'm going to install should be superior to the stock ones. But of course I won't know for sure until I hear them tomorrow .......
377: General Asylum, RE: do you want to save the opamps? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-27, 18:19:43 (69.231.209.30)
Hey bwb, as I was staring at the opamps and mumbling evil thoughts I had a flash in my mind of a pair of snippers just as your response came in. How bout that. thank you, Marvin .......
378: General Asylum, Desoldering advice request (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-27, 18:03:40 (69.231.209.30)
I'm attempting to desolder the opamps from a board. I'm using a 40 watt iron w/needle nose tip, 1.5mm desoldering braid and a solder sucker while viewing these pesky things through a illuminated magni .......
379: General Asylum, RE: Capacitor lead-outs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-26, 11:28:44 (69.231.197.212)
Thanks Michael. Marvin .......
380: General Asylum, Capacitor lead-outs (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-25, 12:02:42 (69.231.206.214)
I'm going to be switching out two caps in my dac. The new caps are large ClarityCap ESA caps. These have insulated solid-copper lead-outs. I can install them as is. BUT, it would be better if the lead .......
381: General Asylum, RE: Opamp explanation (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-25, 11:51:26 (69.231.206.214)
Hey everyone thanks for your input. I now have a basic understanding to my question. Best, Marvin .......
382: General Asylum, Opamp explanation (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-23, 13:21:54 (69.231.208.248)
While searching for opamps on Mouser's website the specs included the following: Output type: rail to rail and/or 2 channel stereo. I Googled rail to rail and also read the pdf spec sheet for that op .......
383: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Couple questions (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-11, 18:38:54 (69.231.208.32)
Geoffkait, you are looking at a piggy back banana plug, the one closest to the snippers. It will except two speaker cables. Ignore the black rectangle on the side. I have the ribbon attached to the + .......
384: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-11, 13:22:01 (69.231.208.32)
Thanks, was well worth the small effort. Marvin .......
385: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-10, 18:41:32 (69.231.208.180)
Finished! (image) .......
386: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-09, 19:36:08 (69.231.202.111)
D.G., so my therapy for tomorrow will be to tie the ribbons to the cables. Shall I use black, white, red, yellow, green, blue, orange or purple ties. Oh don't over think it Marvin just stick with basi .......
387: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-09, 16:07:08 (69.231.202.111)
FLASH! As Dry Ginger had suggested locating the ribbons close to the speaker cables I just now moved them even closer, approx. 4". This made a huge and immediate positive change. So one continues to f .......
388: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-09, 15:35:18 (69.231.202.111)
Another follow up: Yesterday I removed the 11' ribbons from my NAD C326BEE integrated amp where they had been attached to the positive post ( because they sound better there). I also removed the 42" r .......
389: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: That's very interesting! Anyone tried the copper foil streamers on interconnects? Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-06, 16:57:42 (69.231.207.14)
Geoff, which IC's would you suggest one start at, the source or amp? How would you suggest one make the attachment, scotch tape, chewing gum (not to moist)? Marvin .......
390: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-06, 16:49:53 (69.231.207.14)
D. G. my apologies for the lack of specific details. Here we go. I first attached the 42 inchers to the negative terminals of the speaker and listened to some test music. Sounded very good. I then att .......
391: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help with proper tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-06, 15:40:03 (69.231.207.14)
Follow up to the copper tape ribbon tweak: After I completed assembling my pair of ribbons for the amp I still had two pieces of copper tape remaining. Yesterday I attached two 42" ribbons to the spea .......
392: Digital Drive, RE: Sherbourn CD-1 CD player nice..... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-04, 11:37:05 (69.231.192.246)
Hi Cougar, happy 4th. I'm wondering if you have tried loading a cd with a full face self printed label, have you? Regards, Marvin .......
393: General Asylum, Hammond chokes price is UP (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-03, 15:28:51 (69.231.204.3)
Today I decided to order from Parts Express another Hammond choke 193L part #122-380 (pg 137 in the cat.). Previously the cost of this choke from Parts Express was $45.20. Today the price was indicate .......
394: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: New Poll - Tweak Explanations (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-01, 12:58:16 (69.231.209.67)
An accurate explanation would be appreciated but "I really don't care much either way as I'm only interested in whether the tweak works". .......
395: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Very nice report Marvin!!..(n.t.) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-07-01, 11:59:00 (69.231.209.67)
From one old guy to another, thank you. Marvin .......
396: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-29, 13:51:31 (69.231.209.76)
Well I did it. I made a set of ground control ribbons. My speaker cables are 12' so I decided to make 11' ribbons. I began by pulling out several feet of tape (Cory's Copper Tape Barrier (15' x 1" 3/ .......
397: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-28, 09:39:18 (69.231.199.167)
D. G., thank you for the prompt replay. I'm going to get on this tomorrow hoping I don't make a sticky mess of the two pieces. I'll report back after I install and have a listen. Best, Marvin ::: TOPI .......
398: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: tweaking "loop to neg terminal" tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-27, 13:20:11 (69.231.204.183)
Good day to you Dry Ginger. I have several questions for you. I bought from My local Home Depot the same Cory's Copper Tape Barrier (15' x 1" 3/16") ($7.42). I have tried using 26" loops of zip cord a .......
399: Critic's Corner, RE: Is Stephen Meijas... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-22, 12:55:04 (69.231.193.243)
My dear lord addleford I do believe you are right on the pound, ha money. Regards, Marvin .......
400: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Who's on first? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-20, 20:35:33 (69.231.204.204)
"my paper describing this rocket engine at the national AIAA conference". I'd sure appreciate it if you would provide a source, reference or link to your paper. I'm always interested in reading about .......
401: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fuses (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-17, 18:32:09 (69.231.199.4)
Bravo, well stated May. .......
402: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Level Speaker Floor Platform (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-12, 20:42:50 (69.231.196.220)
A pound is a pound. .......
403: General Asylum, RE: Do men ever cry while listening to music? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-12, 10:45:11 (69.231.196.220)
I alternate between staring and tearing up, tearing up and staring; depending on the music. Last night's America's Got Talent really made me tear up when the two amazing male singers auditioned. As a .......
404: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Level Speaker Floor Platform (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-12, 10:17:55 (69.231.196.220)
How sweet! :^) .......
405: Tweakers' Asylum, American Science & Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-11, 19:46:51 (69.231.196.220)
Heads up: New American Science & Supply catalog is available. .......
406: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: clarification (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-08, 19:45:04 (69.231.204.146)
http://db.AudioAsylum.com/cgi/search.mpl?forum=tweaks&searchtext=ground+control .......
407: General Asylum, RE: Audio Circle seems to be having some major SNAFU? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-06-02, 20:13:39 (69.231.201.17)
I just signed on too Audio Circle and all seems normal. .......
408: Water Cooler, RE: Katy says happy birthday. Have some cake! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-29, 22:17:59 (69.231.197.219)
Now I better understand why I love them cherries. .......
409: General Asylum, RE: Musing on what it must have been like for the first radio users.. wow music at home.. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-29, 20:01:49 (69.231.197.219)
I remember well the orange glow on the wall behind the RCA Victor radio we were fortunate to have. During the week my mother would tune into the Squeaken Deacon and the Grand Ole Opre. Come Saturday e .......
410: Water Cooler, RE: Happy birthday to me! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-29, 19:18:58 (69.231.197.219)
At 24 you're still a "wippersnapper". May your born day be blessed. Best to ya, Marvin .......
411: General Asylum, A new tool for tube users (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-28, 14:22:00 (69.231.208.239)
I’ve found a new tool . It’s made for cleaning between your teeth. A wee brush. The bristles are the same length as the pins on a audio vacuum tube and just a bit smaller than the tube socket holes. I .......
412: Cable Asylum, RE: Anybody still using their White Lightning Moonshine... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-17, 22:38:55 (69.231.203.203)
Hi CharlesY, This might be of some help. I copied it from my remaining White Lightning Moonshine (Woods Patio Extension Cable) cable. (UL) E303136-L SJTW 16AWS/3C (3X1.31 MM2) 60 C 300V FT 2 CSA LL964 .......
413: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: tried the terra cotta paint (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-05-12, 12:45:06 (69.231.204.13)
These paint markers can be found at Marker Supply for $2.49 ea. Comes in different sized tips. Regards, Marvin .......
414: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: What about the Fairey Folk? Anyone ELSE think it is a good idea to make them happy (thus enhancing the listen) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-27, 14:47:14 (69.231.202.101)
A Dakinis are prevalent in Himalayan Buddhism; a being in female form generally of wrathful temperament that acts as a muse for spiritual practice and change. Most representations show the Dakini as a .......
415: General Asylum, RE: Am I crazy or is this normal (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-26, 12:55:00 (69.231.209.9)
Sudz, for the good of the inmates in all of the asylums in all of the world, and all of the worlds beyond our world; please continue with your therapy. One day you will break through that wall which p .......
416: General Asylum, RE: Heavy duty aluminum foil uses (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-17, 21:14:27 (69.231.204.108)
Rockethead26, I'm cleaning out the last of my photo gear and the Photoblack is one of the last things to go. The whole tube weighs 1.75#. I'd be happy to mail it to you. In return I would ask you to d .......
417: General Asylum, Heavy duty aluminum foil uses (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-17, 16:00:24 (69.231.204.108)
I have left over from my photography days a roll of aluminum. This stuff is Flexible Matte Aluminum known as Photoblack. It is 3 mil thick, 12" x 50' and has a high temperature black coating. It's use .......
418: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-13, 18:40:02 (69.231.210.100)
I installed the new ps and replaced the voltage regulator with the the Dexa today. Blacker background and more music information all around. Just what I was hoping for. My modest system just keeps mat .......
419: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-11, 22:57:48 (69.231.209.207)
Hi pictureguy, I do have some desoldering braid but because of the large amount of solder on the pad I chose the solder sucker; I think, but maybe I didn't think. In future I'll think three times befo .......
420: General Asylum, AC noise reduced (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-11, 19:41:45 (69.231.209.207)
Yesterday I received in the mail Power Wraps that had been mentioned by Duster in another post. I placed one on the AC cord, fiddled with it for a few minutes and found the sweet spot. It works! I the .......
421: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-11, 18:21:59 (69.231.209.207)
Tweekeng and fmak, Yes there are traces on the bottom of the board. Today I went to a electronics supply store and got some bus wire and solder pen. I tried the bus wire first. Plugged the unit in, no .......
422: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-09, 20:10:17 (69.231.203.44)
Nothing on top except the hole for the leg to pass through. The soldering pad is gone on the bottom and I don't see a trace to solder to. Plan B was implemented this morning by ordering a replacement .......
423: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-09, 09:44:19 (69.231.203.44)
Thanks Tweekeng but the pad is bare, nada. I'm thinking the solder sucker sucked everything off. Next time I'll use desoldering braid. So, I went with plan B. Regards, Marvin .......
424: Tweakers' Asylum, Help for a power supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-04-08, 19:19:54 (69.231.208.28)
Today I attempted to solder in a replacement voltage regulator (Dexa) into the PS of my recently acquired like new Oppo 981HD DVD player. All was going well until I attempted to solder the third leg. .......
425: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: damping caps?? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-03-30, 21:04:37 (69.231.203.115)
I've been using QuakeHOLD! Museum Putty for several years now. I roll out a bead of it and wrap it around the the caps to reduce vibs, I hope. I also use it to affix crystals to various internal parts .......
426: General Asylum, Liquid Electrical Tape and Spray Electrical Insulation (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-03-13, 11:36:09 (69.231.205.73)
Would this product be of use to us as a protectant from oxidation at solder points, exposed wire, such as on RCA's? It's a removable rubberized/plastic. Marvin .......
427: Tweakers' Asylum, Anti-Vibration Pads (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-03-11, 12:27:28 (69.231.211.176)
I received a catalog from Whatever Works and found these pads. Just passing along. Marvin .......
428: Inmate Central, RE: Caption this.... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-03-03, 21:08:14 (69.231.211.70)
Call me a pussy one more time and I'll scratch this thing to shreds. .......
429: General Asylum, RE: Face it dude, aging baby boomers are still a force to be reckoned with... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-23, 15:40:15 (69.231.208.69)
...yah us old timers have learned that at times when the situation calls for it you just have to kick ass a take names. Marvin .......
430: General Asylum, RE: Privacy is much overrated (nt) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-23, 10:13:46 (69.231.208.69)
...until you loose it. .......
431: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Ripping at a higher bit rate (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-22, 10:37:06 (69.231.212.68)
Thank you gents for your replies. I will leave well enough alone. Regards, Marvin .......
432: Propeller Head Plaza, RE: But.......... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-21, 22:35:00 (69.231.210.70)
You and your other half sound like the perfect team. .......
433: Digital Drive, Ripping at a higher bit rate (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-21, 19:16:10 (69.231.210.70)
Are there any sonic benefits to ripping a CD at a higher bit rate? Regards, Marvin .......
434: Computer Audio Asylum, Ripping at a higher bit rate (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-21, 19:16:10 (69.231.210.70)
Are there any sonic benefits to ripping a CD at a higher bit rate? Regards, Marvin .......
435: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Tech. Question (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-16, 19:51:30 (69.231.211.101)
You betcha! .......
436: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Tech. Question (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-15, 20:26:04 (69.231.208.255)
Duster, Awe-d-o-file, you be right. Awe-d-o-file. thanks for the cap link. Marvin .......
437: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: The copper foil tweak, could you describe it better, or post the link to the discussion? nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-15, 19:35:01 (69.231.208.255)
NT .......
438: Tweakers' Asylum, Tech. Question (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-15, 14:29:30 (69.231.208.255)
Tech. question: I’m planning on adding another tweak to an already modified power bar (3 P&S 20 amp. 125 v duplex receptacles, Cat. # 5362Ai, VH Audio 12 ga cryoed wire). The tweak is that of installi .......
439: Tweakers' Asylum, Reef Knot Tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-15, 13:11:51 (69.231.208.255)
!!!!. .......
440: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-13, 19:50:34 (69.231.199.17)
My final thoughts on this tweak. It works for me. I've been rewarded with a quantum leap in clarity and detail. I can't wish for more than that. Now I think I'll go play with some charcoal. Marvin ::: .......
441: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-12, 16:53:18 (69.231.197.64)
I'm old and sometimes slow but I always get there. Marvin .......
442: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-12, 16:09:50 (69.231.197.64)
Sorry, should have said I tied reef knot IN the cable. I'll be making more reef knots with clips soon. Marvin .......
443: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-12, 11:40:23 (69.231.197.64)
Hi geoffkait. Beyond the seven reef knot gator clip units on the audio cables I did tie five reef knots on cables in the living room. I can't say if I hear, imagine, feel, etc. any difference in my en .......
444: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-10, 20:02:33 (69.231.208.191)
Hi gbehappy. I'm thinking along the same line you are. I've got seven reef knot units on seven audio cables and the improvement in the sound is shocking. I plan on experimenting with crystals as you d .......
445: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Where did I see a tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-10, 18:03:16 (69.231.208.191)
Mapleshade catalog pg. 65. Field-Shaping Ground Plane Ribbons. Marvin .......
446: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Coming soon! - how to make a reef knot device. With photos. Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-07, 17:55:41 (69.231.203.43)
This is a fantastic tweak! A piece of wire and two gator clips; say what! I attached said tweak to the pwr cable of my DAC several hours ago and just finished listening to a number of familiar CD's. I .......
447: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: How to make a reef knot device. With photo 1 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-07, 13:12:10 (69.231.203.43)
Is the 10 " wire length arbitrary or just a convenient length? I just built one and connected it to the AVR pwr cable. I do perceive more clarity of sound while watching the news. Marvin .......
448: General Asylum, RE: Learning from our Audio Asylum website (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-02-01, 12:42:04 (69.231.199.20)
Without the AudioAsylum I would be in the dark without quality music to light and brighten my day. Since I've been a member of the Aslyum I've become crazier than ever. And that's a good thing. I've l .......
449: Digital Drive, RE: Hi Rez files (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-27, 10:30:25 (69.231.212.65)
Hi Coach, I'm unable to provide you with a technical answer to you question. But I can say to create a DVD-A (audio) disc requires software that creates a specially formated image of your HiRez files .......
450: Digital Drive, RE: Hi Rez files (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-26, 20:45:38 (69.231.212.141)
DVD-A discs may be old fashion to some but not having a computer set up for playing music files, burning HiRez files to DVD works great for me. I use discWelderBRONZE to do the job. They play just fin .......
451: Digital Drive, RE: CD transport impressions (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-25, 21:48:53 (69.231.198.15)
nbastista, I have experimented with four different CD/DVD players as transports with a external dac and each one has its own voice. Am I doing something wrong? I really want them all to sound the same .......
452: Cable Asylum, RE: What is you're experience with clear day cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-25, 21:28:19 (69.231.198.15)
I agree with 3rdRock. I've had my ClearDay Shotgun cables for about three weeks now and am truly happy with them. As a old guy I'm thinking I'll have them until I ascend to the Great Concert Hall in t .......
453: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Regarding HighWire Power Wrap's and Crystal's_Lenghty (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-21, 17:29:13 (69.231.213.93)
Hi dcuhl, I received some All Clears last Friday. I installed one on the coaxial cable between my DAC and source. To get a idea of effect on the cable I started at the extreme ends and of course ended .......
454: Digital Drive, Pangea Audio P-100 Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-16, 20:18:13 (69.231.213.147)
Can anyone offer a comparison of the Pangea Audio P-100 Power Supply for the Musical Fidelity V-Dac Mk 2 and the Pyramid power supply so popular for the MF Dac? Audio advisor has the Pangea for $69.99 .......
455: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Interesting. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-13, 22:23:07 (69.231.210.118)
Anzen Hardware 309 E 1st St Los Angeles, CA 90012 Little Tokyo All kinds of Japanese hand tools. Kitchen tools, etc. .......
456: General Asylum, RE: Give me you're take on this (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-13, 13:34:31 (69.231.210.118)
I only know of one confused audiophile and it ain't' me babe, no no it ain't me babe. .......
457: Cable Asylum, RE: Upgrading my speaker cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-12, 20:51:18 (69.231.212.181)
You could look into AntiCables. There are some for sale in the Asylum Trader. .......
458: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable UPDATE (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-10, 18:39:12 (69.231.213.98)
I received my Wireworld RCA's and Oyaide cable the other day. I just finished building a pair and installed them. They are exercising now and will be for the next 100 hours or so. First impressions af .......
459: Cable Asylum, RE: Name brand cables vs small companys cables (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-06, 13:25:18 (69.231.193.139)
I just went over the 100 hour mark on my new Clear Day Cables shotgun speaker cables. I'm feeling a little smug right now. Why, because I got such a great pair of speaker cables at such a reasonable p .......
460: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: BudP - Ground Loop Tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-05, 21:15:03 (69.231.205.199)
I read all the old posts when Bud first brought this tweak to us. But I can't recall why portions of insulation is removed from the selected wire. Why? Marvin .......
461: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-03, 20:59:46 (69.231.208.206)
Oyaide PA-02 TR interconnect cable and Wireworld Silver Tube rca connectors are enroute. DIY IC's comming soon. Regards, Marvin .......
462: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Pretty sure we're not on the same page. :-). Nt (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2013-01-02, 22:09:08 (69.231.210.213)
Mungo Jerry, is this the correct definition of gestalt? gestalt |gəˈ sh tlt; -ˈ sh tlt| (also Gestalt) noun ( pl. -stalten |-ˈ sh tltn; -ˈ sh tltn|or -stal .......
463: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Merry Christmas and a cheap tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-31, 21:22:46 (69.231.209.65)
I hope one of my neighbors barbecues tomorrow. .......
464: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Basic physics (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-31, 21:15:44 (69.231.209.65)
Crystals rule! .......
465: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Merry Christmas and a cheap tweak (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-31, 20:45:32 (69.231.209.65)
How long does it take to hear the effect? .......
466: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-30, 17:31:37 (69.231.212.31)
Got it, thanks. .......
467: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-30, 14:04:39 (69.231.212.31)
Hi Duster. When I found the Vampire connectors the one negative thing I noticed was the brass center pen. From what I have learned from this forum brass is not necessarily the best choice. The Wirewor .......
468: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-29, 21:18:47 (69.231.198.30)
Thanks for the research Duster. OCC cable is what I want to try and the Oyaide PA-2 seem to fit the bill. I found some at Element Acoustics - Home of Hi-End Audio at $26. a meter. I also found some Va .......
469: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-27, 19:45:20 (69.231.206.216)
Thanks Duster, but it seem any RCA's with an ID large enough for 3002 cable is going to have an OD to large for two RCA's to fit side by side on my amp. So new IC's have been temporarily sidelined. In .......
470: Cable Asylum, RE: RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-27, 10:31:27 (69.231.206.216)
Thanks for the reply rwiley. That is a fat cable. Stupid me forgot to take into consideration the OD of the considered RCA's. I just did some measurements at the back of my NAD C 326BEE amp and found .......
471: Cable Asylum, RCA plugs for Neotech 3002 cable (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-26, 18:02:14 (69.231.205.193)
Need advise on inexpensive ($50. or less per pair) RCA plugs for DIY Neotech NEI-3002 ic cable. Cable diameter is stated as 10.5mm. Take Five has Neotech RCA's at (locking and cryo treated) $55.25 a p .......
472: Tweakers' Asylum, Anti-vibration soft feet (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-24, 14:09:23 (69.231.213.183)
Anyone familiar with these anti-vibration replacement soft feet from Acoustiproducts? They come in a four pack for less than $5. Made of silicone. Different weight capacities. An alternative to Vibrap .......
473: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: J.K. Adams BRIN-1915 Hickory Board (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-23, 13:11:48 (69.231.210.33)
Well, I received my board three days ago. It has made a positive difference in how my system sounds. The first thing I needed to do was turn the volume back a notch. The bass is now even more solid an .......
474: General Asylum, RE: Burning a Quality CD on a MAC?? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-21, 19:36:03 (69.231.208.18)
Try ripping the disc with XLD and then burn with Toast, Burn, Express Burn or Simply Burns. Works for me. Marvin .......
475: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Sound Level Meter Recommendation (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-16, 12:48:03 (69.231.204.196)
Anyone interested in six pdf files (867kb) I've collected referencing the analog Rat Shack meter calibration procedure I'd be happy to email them to you. You'd probably understand them better than I. .......
476: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: J.K. Adams BRIN-1915 Hickory Board (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-15, 23:30:41 (69.231.192.122)
Just ordered one to replace the cheap ineffective bamboo cutting board I've been using. Marvin .......
477: General Asylum, RE: so, I have Ravi Shankar on tonight ... (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-12, 23:21:06 (69.231.210.29)
I fondly recall years past when a little mary jane, some wine, and some music provided by Ravi Shankar would transport me to a peaceful place known only to he and me. I still listen to his and his dau .......
478: Cable Asylum, Toslink burn in? UPDATE (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-11, 16:30:47 (69.231.197.76)
UPDATE! I received my Oyaide DR-510 digital coaxial cable just over 148 hours ago. It's been in non stop use since I received it. $194. well invested. This cable replaced the Silflex toslink cable tha .......
479: Cable Asylum, RE: Signal Cable Silver Resolution IC, bright or tipped up at all? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-09, 22:52:01 (69.231.204.89)
Hi PhilJ, I have a NAD 326. I recently made my third pair of jumpers; this iteration using Neotech 20ga hook up wire and a pair of low mass Neutrik/Rean RCA plugs form Parts Express. The cost was arou .......
480: Cable Asylum, RE: Digital cable myths (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-09, 13:10:09 (69.231.204.89)
Hi Thanatos, is what you posted applicable to Toslink glass or plastic cable? Marvin .......
481: General Asylum, RE: Who cares about creating the 'perfect' system when you suffer from tinnitus? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-12-07, 18:49:07 (69.231.212.91)
Hi Scruffy, for several years now since reading UNCLESTU's posts concerning the use of crystals in his audio system I've been doing the same with fantastic results. About four months past I read a art .......
482: Headphone Heights, RE: Anbody move from High End Two Channel System to High End Headphone System due to hearing loss / issues? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-23, 12:30:29 (69.231.215.132)
I wear hearing aids critically adjusted to my needs, music. About four week ago I was reading about the healing properties of various crystals. I've been using them in my system for several years now .......
483: Inmate Central, RE: My new manufacturing company's first product (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-23, 11:42:38 (69.231.215.132)
Send a shit load to your state capital. .......
484: Cable Asylum, RE: Toslink burn in? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-22, 16:15:13 (69.231.206.189)
Duster, I realized the cause of the brightness. I had wrapped a string of Amethyst crystals around the connector of the cable even before I auditioned it. Shame on me. Removing the crystals removed th .......
485: Cable Asylum, RE: Toslink burn in? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-21, 16:44:27 (69.231.214.47)
I received my Silflex cable this morning. Two initial thoughts. My system is now more musical but a tad too bright. Dam, I worked hard to rid the system of brightness. I did place a small sand bag on .......
486: Cable Asylum, RE: Lifatec Silflex Glass Toslink (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-19, 18:34:34 (69.231.212.233)
Hi Duster, I haven't gotten to the computer audio stage yet, but should I revive my money tree I'll be jumping in with both feet. No, I'll be using the Silflex (presently a Emotiva S/PDIF) between a O .......
487: Cable Asylum, RE: Nope (nt) (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-19, 12:47:47 (69.231.212.233)
Thank you Duster. I thought as much but it's always best to verify with those who really know. Marvin .......
488: Cable Asylum, Toslink burn in? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-19, 12:03:08 (69.231.197.76)
UPDATE! I received my Oyaide DR-510 digital coaxial cable just over 148 hours ago. It's been in non stop use since I received it. $194. well invested. This cable replaced the Silflex toslink cable tha .......
489: Inmate Central, RE: Veterans DayThanks to all the Men and Women who've Served and Sacrificed...and to (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-11-12, 09:13:35 (69.231.210.105)
Thank you Gak! .......
490: Cable Asylum, Black Cat Silverstar 75 (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-10-18, 13:10:03 (69.231.195.178)
Has any one ordered AND received a Black Cat Silverstar 75 digital cable. .......
491: Cable Asylum, RE: Listen carefully when you're at Radio Shack (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-10-06, 12:09:49 (69.231.207.148)
Do you need batteries sir? We have a special today... .......
492: Cable Asylum, RE: Best "cheap" speaker cables for long runs? (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-10-04, 22:28:14 (69.231.195.132)
For the price hard to beat. .......
493: Digital Drive, RE: I suggest you look into re-clockers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-28, 11:57:21 (69.231.195.187)
Philltubes, I bought the Pioneer DVD V-7400 on eBay after someone on AudiogoN recommended it. Brand new 0 time on it. Built like an tank. I did ad a IEC pigtail extension and some tourmaline crystals .......
494: Digital Drive, RE: I suggest you look into re-clockers (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-27, 20:48:34 (69.231.213.176)
Hi Philltubes, would that be a Pioneer DVD-C7400? Marvin .......
495: General Asylum, RE: Music Bullet! (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-11, 14:19:27 (69.231.217.110)
Darn, it only comes in red or black, darn, darn and darn. .......
496: General Asylum, RE: I am just too old to be modifying this stuff.. Even little things.. (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-05, 10:47:10 (69.231.200.251)
Yeah, getting old does suck sometimes. But, I will be 69 later this month and am looking forwards to many more tweaks and mods. Of course now I keep notes and document with digital pics when I feel th .......
497: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Simple Tweaks (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-04, 08:55:10 (69.231.213.133)
I looked at the 47 Labs web site. Seems like there stuff is as you said simple. I like that. .......
498: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Simple Tweaks (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-03, 22:58:49 (69.231.198.236)
Hi R. Brown, is the Shigaraki transport a one of a kind, diy or homemade transport? The O ring seems like a great idea. I'll give it a try soon. Marvin .......
499: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Simple Tweaks (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-03, 12:03:04 (69.231.198.236)
Last Wed. my girlfriend and I were shopping in our favorite chinese market. Favorite for me because the store has such a wide selection of bamboo cutting boards. I was measuring a board with my miniat .......
500: Tweakers' Asylum, Simple Tweaks (0.00)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2012-09-01, 18:31:09 (69.231.206.174)
Yesterday I pulled some maintenance on my audio equipment. I tightened every screw I could access in and out. With the exception of the speakers I wrapped teflon tape around the screws for the NAD C32 .......
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