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    I can measurably show there is a differences between speaker cables

    I can't see mention of how many measurements he did either. Looks like one of each. So which is it? When I take 20 of each cable that's not enough, need to take many more. But Archimago takes one of each and that's proof? I posted graphic representation of difference (proper calculated graphs)...
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    The absolute best recordings you have heard.

    ....from anywhere. I first starting putting it together, the source wasn't Tidal. My example albums were all heard on CD or Vinyl for the first time. I listen from Tidal, and the root recordings are still good.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    ... I started that post about recordings you suggested. Since you are one of the heroes around here, I hope you can help generate some interest.
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    The absolute best recordings you have heard.

    Music Lovers, I have had the immense good fourtune to find with some serious music/stereo people on this site. We have been trading back and forth a handful of the best produced, engineered, mastered and mixed recordings of which we know. Hopefully others will contribute as I am running out of...
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    I can measurably show there is a differences between speaker cables

    Project already started *ok* Insider and Andy, as you know I have been thinking about this as well. I don't know if you have seen these tests, but they are insteresting and even entertaining: Mains: http://archimago.blogspot.com/2014/02/measurements-power-cable-redux.html Speaker cable...
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    Tidal doesn't seem to have that particular recording.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    Tidal doesn't seem to have that particular recording.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    " denoting the end of the section being quoted. ------------------------------------------- On a different note, you might enjoy this: Great piece of music, even on my "pedestrian" system. :) I did some research on your Harbeths. Wow. How do you find them now after having them for a short...
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    I can't figure out that quote block. Shocking to think I used to be the go to Tech guy at work.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    Can you give me more details on the Vivaldi. Thx. Sure: Janine Jansen Vivaldi: The Four Seasons. She has a her sister and father on it with her. I don't know why the Tidal link does not work properly.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    as soon as he wrote: This distortion is not comprehended by existing performance metrics. I nearly lost my lunch. Apparently we can't measure things like THD?
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    Free beer for Andy! Archimago does it again. http://archimago.blogspot.com/2014/02/measurements-power-cable-redux.html To summarize: he tested a generic extension cord and left over adpator from "something black" against a Synergistic Research with active shielding. (CAD 2800) NO...
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    looks pretty cool.
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    ...I am not sure what room treatment is other than possibly diffusers or something along these lines. It is in the living area and will always be that way. We move every four years and will live in apartments or small houses. Music is part of my life and has been since I was a kid. I can...
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    Node 2/Vault 2/Cambridge Azur/ND5/LinnDS/etc. Streamers

    Any thoughts on cables? This type four speaker cable from Audioquest is bargain basement. I have something decent from CD player RCA to amp. I just moved that to the Node. All power cables to all my gear are stock provided with purchase. Maybe this needs a new post with a budget?