calvin1

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Problem with Home Theater Volume
Hello, Curious as to which surround processor and amp you are using, and does your amp use a "steering" mode which dividesthe power into the active channels? It could be that in surround modes, the available power to the five channels is reduced a... 
Pain in my butt
Hello, Wanted to say sorry for your back problem, I had surgery 5 years ago for an L4/5 herniated disk, and although the sciatica pressure was relieved, other problems can arise from surgery such as problems from scar tissue, muscle weakness,possi... 
Tweeter Dome Puncture
Hello, It is possible that the dustcap was dented in the past, and the method used to "pull" the dent out was to take a pin or needdle and insert it into the center of the dent, angle it down, and gently pull upwards to pop the dent out.The pinhol... 
What do you know about the Pro-Ac Subwoofer?????
Hello, Not to try and change the subject, but I have been using aREL Storm II sub with Proac Response 1SC speakers(front and rear), and a Proac CC1 center channel, and it works very well, and it replaced a Velodyne F1800RII, which was great for ho... 
Ear Plug/Hearing Protection Poll
Hello, I wear an earplug in one ear due to loss of high frquencyhearing loss. Hearing loss is cumulative, so protection at the first sign can help prevent further loss, so I wear one while driving, using lawn equipment, power tools. Unfortunately,... 
What would you do?
If this is a UPS transaction, the COD charge is normally $5.00! Did you check the sellers feedback? If the seller has all positive and also has numerous feedback, you can assume that paying with a money order is safe, because most people will not ... 
Best Quality Stands for Fewest $$$?
If you are willing to invest some "elbow grease", and areinto the homebrew method, a " Target" type stand can be madeat a very reasonable cost! The 2x3" rectangular tubing and the top/bottom plates cab be cut to length/dimensions, and can be found... 
Thanks to all Texas Phile's who partied
Brian, Had a blast! Lots of great people and conversation, wellworth the drive from Houston, and looking forward to the next one. Thanks again, these get togethers put some zing back into this crazy hobby! Take care,Jerry 
speaker cables for proac 1sc
I am using Transparent Audio Ultra 12' with Proac 1SC's, Wavelength Audio Duetto 300B amp, Audible Illusions L1 pre. They work wonderfully, but are expensive! Found mine used for $700, even though they retailed for $2400. Good luck!