auric illuminator, effective? disc beveling?

I know that the AG forum archival query system leaves a lot to be desired, but as others have said before: "You really need to do your homework and search the archives".

For the record, the below is THE definitive AG thread on media preparation:
http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?ddgtl&1051384332

Id does not!

auric illuminator definitely works

I'll split the difference. I think it works but the improvement is so slight that it isn't worth the bother. Dave

thanks jeffcoat, your link definitely does a good job or providing excellent information...