Why not (carefully and appropriately) measure the "sound", since that, supposedly, is what's being changed in the end?
It's a whole lot more sensitive and repeatable to perform purely electronic measurements, for example sampling the voltage right at the speaker terminals. And even more repeatable to measure it like Amir does.Why not (carefully and appropriately) measure the "sound", since that, supposedly, is what's being changed in the end?
It be that way sometime.Yeah, it was kind of doomed from the start.
I did get the Gibraltars used at 650 bucks. I do appreciate the reality check. How about this one: should I get a phono stage so I can use MC coil phono cartridges instead of the MM I'm stuck with (thanks McIntosh.) Currently using a Sumiko Amethyst on a MOFI ultra-deck turntable. Fire away, pleaseIt means that you are replacing one way too pricey cable with another way to pricey cable.
Sound wise? There will be no difference.
Simply being an MC does not automatically make for a better cartridge. Your Sumiko is a good performer.How about this one: should I get a phono stage so I can use MC coil phono cartridges instead of the MM I'm stuck with (thanks McIntosh.)
I have to admit-- I've fallen for the hypes all over the place. I need to just sit with the system and enjoy it. You asked me for a "problem"-- I don't really have one.. I'm one of those easily seduced by the promises. Thanks for your reality check.Simply being an MC does not automatically make for a better cartridge. Your Sumiko is a good performer.
What "problem" with your system are you hoping to solve with these changes?
because that isn't giving the desired resultsWhy not (carefully and appropriately) measure the "sound", since that, supposedly, is what's being changed in the end?
You have quality components. If you'd like, post a few photos of your listening room so people can offer suggestions on optimizing your listening experience.Thanks for your reality check.
To me they'd sound better because I hadn't been defrauded.$6.50 cables will sound exactly the same as your $650 cables.
This probably needs to be in another thread and another sub-forum.How about this one: should I get a phono stage so I can use MC coil phono cartridges instead of the MM I'm stuck wit
I believe we have a couple appropriate threads going.This probably needs to be in another thread
My DIY speaker cables will sound$6.50 cables will sound exactly the same as your $650 cables.