TRL Marantz Sa-14

Lou: I tried to get in touch with my computer tech friend over the weekend, but he was probably out enjoying the sun somewhere. What you're describing sounds like something that should interest us all, even those outside the "TRL Family". I've seen various colors used for anti-static bags, maybe I'll try a few different colors and see if that does, and will try a "grounding strap" of sorts to the baggie, too, to see if there's anything there. Who knows?

Like I said before, this is something that benefits us all, and is an incredibly inexpensive tweak. Thanks Lou!

La45-

Tried a large bag/sheet that came with a mobo, but didn't notice a difference in my setup when placed underneath.
Will try again this evening with a different CD.
You never know about these things! Could have something to do with other variables in a specific setup/rack environment.
Thanks.

LKdog-

You are right, this maybe set up or equipment dependent. I really hope Jes45 is able to get some anti-static sheets. I am interested in his input.

Jes45-

This has to do with the "Full Image" pre by the designer.
My hunch about antistatic has to do with Don Smith who told me that one of his design specs is to ground static electricity. For some reason I got to thinking that the cd itself has its own charge and it might affect the sound. Boy if you fellas were here you will hear how this has upgraded my system. The question is will it only work in some situations?

Well, I tried a couple different CDs and different size anti-static sheets and could not hear a difference in my setup.
La45- I have no doubt at all it has made an audible difference in your system.

It may have something to do with the unique and different units/racks, cables, other components, etc.
These SA14's do have a lot of shielding and weight added to them so maybe are less susceptible to environmental electromagnetic stuff. Who knows. This thing weighs 35 lbs or something. I don't know why it is so heavy.
Sure sounds good :)

Lkdog,

Interesting that it works in my set up using the lighter Sony 2000es. I believe the SA-14 is over $3k new compared to the Sony. Yep it must be better shielded. You're lucky to have it.

Did you try using the sheets and cd directly? Jes45 whats your experience?

I repeated the experiment last night and confirmed that the change is not subtle.

Anyone using the Sony if you could try the sheets let us know.