Goertz MI2 and amp oscillation

Just another note on goertz networks - use them! My amp was idleing last night and when I went downstairs to shut down I noticed it was fairly hot, like it is when I use it for an extended time or my Thiels put it to task. I checked connections and 1 of the networks had slipped off a binding post from moving the speaker. These are fantastic cables. However, it's hard to believe only 1% of all amps oscillate with these - I use a Classe and fortunately they are very stable and have a protection circuit.

Now you know why i stress the fact that people should use these Pops, even if they don't think that they need them. Out of curiosity, how do you have the networks connected to the speaker binding posts ?

What i've found to work well is to use the clamping action of the binding post on the cable's spades or the bare end of the wire. I then install the zobel's into the banana jacks courtesy of banana plugs that i've attached to them. They remain very stable this way and do not interfere with the "clamping action" or quality of connection between the posts and the speaker cables. One need not use "high grade" bananas for this purpose, just make sure that you have a good connection from the zobel to the banana plug and from the banana plug to the binding post jack.

Hope this helps some of you out. Sean
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That's a good idea, as you know Thiel's binding post is on the bottom and is a hassle to hook up cables - Thanks.

I am investigating this one for myself. Thanks for bringing this up! I am speaking with Classe and Innersound right now.
IF you look at their FAQ section - http://www.alphacore.com/mifaq.html - it also states: the situation described in the above does not occur with electrostatic speakers or with tube amplifiers containing output transformers.
thanks! aj

Angela, i forgot about the speakers that you were running during our email conversation. If you remember though, i did mention that you might not be having a problem due to the specific speaker load that you had on the amp.

The reason that the output transformer "nulls" the "problematic effect" of the cables in these situations is due to the fact that it introduces inductance into the circuit. The inductance from the transformer somewhat counters the capacitance of the cables and presents a more benign load. You are probably okay with what you have, but it wouldn't hurt to find out for yourself. Sean
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