Tech Talk

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What do you care about in this hobby? by mapman · 1,288 views	50	August 4, 2025 12:35am
Batteries are Cheap, Backup power is expensive by erik_squires · 1,405 views	40	August 3, 2025 11:33pm
Ground loop hum by kavakat1 · 1,346 views	35	July 22, 2025 10:03pm
Crossover or crossoverless by bache · 570 views	16	July 25, 2025 4:44pm

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A Tale of Two Crossovers by koestner · 852 views	4	July 15, 2024 12:31pm
Shouldn’t Do This, but… by goofyfoot · 3,477 views	53	July 5, 2024 7:26pm
Which does a better job of grounding your system Entreq products or Shunyata Altaira ? by garebear · 1,148 views	7	July 5, 2024 12:55pm
Why Preamps Thump on Turn on by erik_squires · 2,847 views	21	July 2, 2024 6:03pm
Repair of Butler Audio Amp by sneu · 1,016 views	7	July 1, 2024 11:58pm
Phono Preamp Tube Rush by david99 · 3,205 views	5	July 1, 2024 6:08pm
New MC Cartridge from Wayne's Audio by gijoeou812 · 1,271 views	3	June 29, 2024 12:37am
wandering azimuth on Well Tempered Table by winerywill · 488 views	3	June 26, 2024 9:20pm
RCA to XLR (Anthem MRX to dan d'agostino progression) by kirill_lac · 2,519 views	5	June 24, 2024 2:48am
When did you last update your Wifi firmware? by erik_squires · 1,835 views	11	June 21, 2024 6:41am
Treated my interconnects with Deoxit D5 today by whitestix · 12,429 views	41	June 19, 2024 1:31pm
CAL alpha dac resistor values by skipper320 · 521 views	9	June 18, 2024 3:19pm
Issue with Audioirvana streaming by robshaw · 515 views	2	June 16, 2024 9:01pm
dbx 10/20 cap issue? by minkybut · 663 views	3	June 16, 2024 4:28am
why balanced power last before component? by ptss · 10,220 views	48	June 15, 2024 11:15pm
Suggestions for testing a never installed, 20-year boxed amp. by philliprcook · 2,129 views	15	June 11, 2024 10:09pm
CarPlay Conundrum by 69zoso69 · 483 views	0	June 10, 2024 5:24pm
Power adapter/supply for Mirage LFX-3 crossover by lotusm50 · 1,087 views	4	June 7, 2024 3:43pm
Test CD s, which ones to get. by pcc · 7,532 views	24	June 5, 2024 4:19pm
Raysonic SP-100 by russ_d · 584 views	2	June 5, 2024 1:32pm
The Sound Signature of a Headphone Amp by goofyfoot · 958 views	10	June 5, 2024 12:17am
Why is my expensive streamer to my DAC better than sending Roon or my Mac directly to DAC by weiserb · 1,065 views	10	June 3, 2024 12:24am
Power conditioner or not? by lamcam · 19,296 views	48	June 2, 2024 10:08pm
Stupid question about hooking up a streamer by hodu · 886 views	6	May 27, 2024 8:14pm
An argument for fuses and maybe power cables in power amplifier by andy2 · 1,622 views	16	May 25, 2024 12:39pm
must you play music to break in tubes by lloydc · 1,803 views	23	May 25, 2024 1:38am
Did anyone else disconnect thier equipment due to the geomagnetic storms? by markcasazza · 2,433 views	27	May 20, 2024 1:16am
Giving Advice without recommending your own equipment by carlsbad2 · 2,891 views	37	May 16, 2024 1:18pm
The weirdness continues by celtic66 · 955 views	0	May 10, 2024 9:58pm
Shipping company recommendations for large speakers? by louisl · 913 views	4	May 9, 2024 5:36pm
Anyone having shipping issues with Viva Tubes by rufusluna · 2,531 views	13	May 9, 2024 5:24pm
Coaxial - USB from DAC by mendef · 1,094 views	5	May 9, 2024 5:22pm
Can a poorly connected XLR connection cause a reduced(less loud) signal? by gemoody · 885 views	10	May 7, 2024 3:56pm
Preamp or not. by db2 · 498 views	1	May 6, 2024 9:34pm
How can I establish a reference level? by mikewerner · 6,065 views	24	April 29, 2024 8:22pm
The Wonderful World of CD-R's by bolong · 4,497 views	13	April 24, 2024 8:46pm
What to change in my system by scott22 · 2,016 views	15	April 16, 2024 2:16pm
Besides the BBB how do you fight claim resolution against FedEx by spenav · 1,420 views	17	April 14, 2024 10:08pm
Can anyone recommend a new or NOS 300B or 805 vacuum tube? by 2psyop · 959 views	5	April 14, 2024 9:19pm
This should be easy but isn't. by billykzzz · 989 views	8	April 11, 2024 4:22am
Component contributions to “sound stage” by knownothing · 3,771 views	58	April 10, 2024 7:29pm
Technics 1500 US needs repair by thefile · 605 views	1	April 9, 2024 7:57pm
Would you buy a pair of speakers by just looking at the measured freq. response? by andy2 · 2,125 views	38	April 5, 2024 4:12am
To upgrade a separate power supply? by ptss · 664 views	7	April 2, 2024 3:23pm
In-wall cable by vuckovic · 1,392 views	8	April 2, 2024 11:45am
Upgrades and repairs on hi fi components by morbius2130aol · 4,063 views	20	April 1, 2024 8:31pm
Teac drives by gassman_67 · 494 views	0	March 30, 2024 8:35pm
Speaker isolation - spikes on puck, springs, sorbothane by adsell · 2,129 views	14	March 30, 2024 3:27pm
Audio Racks, Just How beneficial? looking for guidance in upgrading by blue_strat · 3,154 views	51	March 29, 2024 11:22pm
Never too lake for massing stands by celtic66 · 729 views	2	March 28, 2024 3:07am


A great interview with David Chesky. by bdp24 · 1,374 views	6	March 27, 2024 4:50am
Fully DC-Powered Home Audio System by mkgus · 3,323 views	7	March 25, 2024 2:31am
Excellent interview with Mark Levinson by gdaddy1 · 1,153 views	8	March 24, 2024 7:38pm
Loud vs. Tactile Bass by mkgus · 1,214 views	12	March 20, 2024 4:07pm
cd skipping by marley119 · 1,300 views	10	March 20, 2024 12:04am
roon sound wasn't as good by gshaikun · 2,705 views	23	March 15, 2024 10:04am
Scientifically proven improvement for sound clarity. by gdaddy1 · 1,273 views	13	March 12, 2024 1:17am
Praise for Old School Voltage Regulators by erik_squires · 714 views	1	March 9, 2024 4:08am
how to test tubes with your multimeter(filament continuity) by artemus_5 · 1,205 views	3	March 6, 2024 6:34pm
Measurements for a dedicated line by erik_squires · 4,259 views	61	March 6, 2024 6:01pm
Ham Radio Interference from next door neighboor by topvideo · 7,797 views	21	March 6, 2024 1:20pm
Is it a Bad Tube or a Bad fuse (Fuse Fatigue)? by artemus_5 · 951 views	13	March 1, 2024 5:21pm
Mysterious power tube behavior by armstrod · 916 views	5	February 29, 2024 9:52pm
“Center” of soundstage is left of center… by fosolitude · 1,065 views	8	February 29, 2024 12:04pm
Why do we listen to sad songs? Interesting article! by quincy · 2,002 views	10	February 27, 2024 9:20pm
Looking for a smooth sounding 6922 variant by peter_s · 773 views	10	February 27, 2024 4:41pm
Dedicated 20 amp circuit. 10/2 or 10/3? by mmenasci · 3,484 views	41	February 26, 2024 8:42pm
First world problems - Rf Shielding.... by cgeoly · 748 views	3	February 20, 2024 3:25pm
SONIC CRAFT ??? IS THERE REALLY A SONIC CRAFT STORE ??? by autospec · 6,324 views	9	February 20, 2024 5:02am
Private Messaging by malatu · 1,484 views	10	February 18, 2024 10:09pm
Factory service for products from the 90's by ptss · 2,075 views	26	February 18, 2024 7:56pm
Upgrade your dimmers for quieter AC and room noise by erik_squires · 1,092 views	1	February 18, 2024 4:47pm
Mogami Power Cable by lcjockey · 2,187 views	10	February 17, 2024 8:50pm
Furman Upgrade to Niagra by navyachts · 4,462 views	34	February 17, 2024 8:33pm
The Best Bass Ever? A Subwoofer Discovery by mkgus · 4,063 views	15	February 16, 2024 4:33pm
Please help with biasing instructions for The Fourier Sans Pareil OTL mono block amps!? by bouncehit · 897 views	2	February 16, 2024 11:05am
What affects front to back depth in room/ system? by veerossi · 5,805 views	64	February 15, 2024 2:07am
Upgrade to Spectral preamps/amps by ptss · 501 views	0	February 13, 2024 5:33pm
Shielding components from EMI/RFI... Help please by bryoncunningham · 78,176 views	115	February 12, 2024 6:14pm
Delay RCA signal by spit00n · 813 views	1	February 12, 2024 3:52pm
Repairs to Spectral preamp by ptss · 887 views	4	February 10, 2024 10:09pm
Reliable Uberlight Flex 3300 by kenrus · 439 views	0	February 5, 2024 6:09am
Announcement: Axiom Audio acquisitions of Bryston and Magnum Dynalab by akg_ca · 2,428 views	8	February 5, 2024 1:00am
Experience With Cutler Hammer (Eaton) CH Series Panels by dodgealum · 2,689 views	9	February 3, 2024 5:52pm
Grounding System Dissection by davetheoilguy · 1,123 views	5	January 31, 2024 11:22am
Audio Quest Niagara 5000 by tattooedtrackman · 3,267 views	22	January 24, 2024 9:24pm
AN Niobium versus Tantalum resistors? by clustrocasual · 13,450 views	54	January 23, 2024 2:21am
Muzishare X7 - Pop in Right Speaker when turned off? by escorial · 1,689 views	3	January 20, 2024 9:14pm
Earth (isolated) ground vs. wall outlet ground. by yesiam_a_pirate · 4,160 views	13	January 19, 2024 6:37pm
Room EQ Wizard, Audio Output by paullb · 1,743 views	6	January 18, 2024 12:08am
Analogue clipping from digital sources by antigrunge2 · 1,160 views	19	January 17, 2024 6:56pm
Hickok 750 Tube Tester US vs. European Settings by swampwalker · 1,014 views	4	January 14, 2024 1:11pm
clipping by marley119 · 994 views	12	January 10, 2024 1:05am
Weakest link in my system by tattooedtrackman · 4,239 views	60	January 1, 2024 3:54am
Very good AES presentation on inter connects and ground loops. by tvrgeek · 2,988 views	25	December 31, 2023 7:29pm
standby mode by velocityofhue · 1,119 views	4	December 31, 2023 6:29pm
Bad Disc Arcam DV29 by 51derrill · 6,158 views	5	December 30, 2023 8:26am
Isolation platforms by tattooedtrackman · 1,486 views	6	December 30, 2023 2:19am
CROSS OVER CAPS by clintborland · 939 views	3	December 29, 2023 2:20am
Tips for Auditioning equipment for low or zero expense by truex14 · 917 views	7	December 19, 2023 9:50am