What is your HiFi tip of the Day?

[Jasonovich]

Don't put your system in the bathroom.

 

[Gray]

Don't put your system in the bathroom.

Some of the rooms I've seen aren't too much better.

 

[Revolutions]

My tip of the day is simple solution to those agonised active speaker owners, who have to manually switch on the power button for each speaker and especially tight spaces where you have to lean over awkwardly to get to the switch.

Fret no more!
Get yourself a cube extension Lead 13A 3250W with the power switch on the top is the solution.
Switch on the power button on both speakers then run the active speaker cables to the cube extension lead - ensure it is switched off from the main supply when you do it.

One button for two speakers - perfect

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Getting your fingers behind the speakers was an absolute pain.
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Do make sure it's 13 amp, there are 2.5 amp versions avoid those. Also make sure it has RoHS certification.

Update:
Ah silly billy 2.5 amp is actually referring to USB maximum power.

I have a WiFi plug for my stereo & unfortunately my ATC actives don’t like being switched off by the plug rather than on the unit - sometimes they won’t work when you turn them back on. So it’s a no-go for me 🥲

I do use one for my computer, where the plug turns on a 4-way gang with speakers & monitor.

I’ve set up voice activated commands with my phone, too. Whilst I feel like a fool saying “Siri, turn on computer” it means I can easily manage my electricity bill without having to jump under tables etc.

 

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Was that written by Steven Stills.

Not sure tbh 😃

 

[nads]

My Tip.

Play more music.