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Types of Audiophiles
LOL!  
The Bold. The Outrageous. The Projects You've Done. And, the One's You Shouldn't Have.
Aftermarket microwave oven power cables. HAHAHAHA!!!  
The Bold. The Outrageous. The Projects You've Done. And, the One's You Shouldn't Have.
Wow! Those look AMAZING! When you mentioned DIY I envisioned the ugliest boxes imaginable. Since I'm not crafty at all, I am gobsmacked when someone can build something that looks fabulous. Well done, well done!  
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Simple Minds  
Speakers cause weather changes
LOL  
Neutral Dac?
@elangley01 I would bet it does. My Topping Pre90 sounds fabulous too.  
For Vandersteen owners & lovers: Which other brands do you like?
OP- Thanks! I'm still a Vandy fan, just wanted something different currently. Completely understand why you want to stay with the brand. They are wonderful sounding speakers. In the end, all that matters is what makes each of us happy.  Hope you ... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Michael Jackson  
For Vandersteen owners & lovers: Which other brands do you like?
I've owned 3 pairs of Vandersteens (1B, 2C and 2Ce Sig II). Also owned Electro-Voice, Genesis, Boston Acoustic, Acoustat, Klipsch, Mission, Monitor Audio, Pioneer and B&W. Just sold the 2Ce Sigs. Still have the Pioneers (living room), the Mon... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
ABC  
Preamp for Parasound and B&W803d2
OP- that's what I thought. Glad you're enjoying the JC1s. Thanks for the response!  
The Music Room Erie CO
+1 @smoothtech. Amazing how bad some used gear looks! "Do some people shoot BB guns...?" HAHAHA!!!  
Is it worth upgrading a CD player?
To me it's worth it. I love using a CDP. I love holding physical media. My 2C.  Your money, your choice.  
Sound is better when I stand up?
I've gotten better results with an equilateral triangle setup than the .83 ratio Jim Smith recommends. Also best results when tweeters are a little above seated ear height. YMMV.  
Preamp for Parasound and B&W803d2
OP- how are you liking the JC1s? I also have 803s (D3) and am looking for more current to drive them than what's on tap from my Vincent SP331 stereo amp.