"Why Power Cables Make a
Difference"
Here's why a power cable can be so influential.
"What is Neutrality?"
Can there ever be a universal definition?
"A Brief Survey of
Isolation Devices"
Which is right for your system.
"How
to Improve your System For Free (almost!)"
Proper techniques for the cleaning and preparation
of audio connections.
"System
Tuning Tips"
Tweaks to help you get the most from your system.
New vs.
Used: Considerations When Purchasing Equipment
Should you purchase new or used gear?
"Bi-Amping: Pleasure or Pain?"
Exploring the myths and realities of bi-amplifying you
system.
"CD/DVD Demagnetization"
Is residual magnetism on CDs and DVDs a real
problem, and if so, how can it be eliminated?
"System
Noise"
What's that I hear?
"Notes
on Cables"
Effects of length and break-in on cable performance.
"Room
Acoustics"
How the physical environment effects perceived sound
quality.
"Speaker
Placement"
A guide to assist you in the correct placement of
your speakers.
"Absolute
Phase: An Important Prerequisite to Maximum Performance"
How phase relationships affect system performance.
"The
Relationship of Voltage, Loudness, Power and Decibels"
A practical explanation of the term "loudness."
"Break-in:
Real or Imagined?"
The grand debate
"The
Interrelationship of Speakers and Amplifiers"
A practical explanation of how different speaker loads
effect amplifier choice.
"Subwoofers"
Advantages and disadvantages of adding subwoofers
to your system
"Making
Valid Comparisons"
A few guidelines to follow when comparing audio equipment.
"The
Art and Science of Soldering"
Little discussed facts about a common audiophile practice.
"Accounting
for difference of Opinion Among Reviewers"
A personal view.
"Determining
Proper A/C Polarity"
A procedure for insuring correct electrical connection
of components.
"Power
Line Disturbances"
An introduction to the problems associated with AC
power.
"Vibration:
Origins, Effects, Solutions"
How vibration can negatively impact our systems.
"Equipment
Cleaning"
A guide to interior and exterior maintenance of your
electronic equipment.
"Bottles
or Cans?: An Exploration of The Practical Differences
Between Tubed and Solid State Electronics"
The advantages and disadvantages of each genre. Which
is right for you?
"FM Antennas"
Information on helping you select the best FM antenna
for your needs.
"Decibel
(loudness) Comparison Chart"
A look at decibel levels of everyday sounds.
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