jehab

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What Digital to Digital Converter Do You Use? Why?
I use a Berkeley Audio Design Alpha USB interface because my DAC does not have a USB input. It provides better sonic performance than the Fiio K3 from which I upgraded.  
Nordost Cable Listed in Order of Importance
I agree that each power cord in an audio system has a major impact, with greater potential than other types of cable. However, I do not use my "best" power cord on the wall to conditioner. I have exotic ultra high end power cables (MSRP far beyond... 
Has Anyone Tried Nobsound Springs Or Other Isolation Devices Below REL Subwoofers?
I tried a quadratic array of Nobsound springs under a REL T/9x, and it did not result in sound preferable to the stock configuration regardless of the number of springs per footer.  
Least Expensive Power Conditioner/Surge Protector That Won't Worsen Sound
I suggest a Furman PST-8D. Been using one for a year without any issues in a headphone system. Didn't have a long/tumultuous break in like other power conditioners, while it also had a smaller effect on sound. I don't know how it compares to its A... 
Inexpensive speaker cables: any experience?
I have used inexpensive Belden 9497 and recommend it at its price. It is sold by reputable seller HighEndAudioAuctions.  
Coax Internet Cable: If I have to build one, what am I looking for exactly?
Answer to 1. is the Jade ™  FX-Ag Pure Silver Audiophile F-type RJ6 Coaxial Cable.  
Does Anyone Know What is Up with High Fidelity Cables?
Also have an order from HFC in progress, entering the eighth week since funds transferred and yet to ship. Cables and power conditioners. Not concerned at all. If it arrives before the new year I will be pleased.  
Taralabs cables
New cables are out from Matthew Bond, founder of Tara Labs. Interesting flat design. Wonder if they will inherit the Tara Labs house sound. At $10k for the GSC 36 that puts it between the Muse and the 0.8 -- big gap between those models -- and at ... 
Keeping Audiophilia And The Love Of Music Alive & Well!
@stuartk Forgive me for speaking for edcyn, but I think he was serious, though meant it in a different tone than you perceived due to his word choice. Try substituting "eager and aspiring" for "itchy-fingered wannabe" to read it another way. I dar...