Show us your audio tweaks, mods and extras

[CleanSound]

I've been wanting to start this thread for a while, finally decided to. Show us pictures of your audio tweaks, mods and extras!

The purpose of this thread is (1) mostly to just shoot the breeze, have fun and to start a conversation to pass some time and (2) to share ideas with others, maybe your tweak, mod or extras is something others would be interested in.

There will be some who will post something that has no benefit of any kind; please be respectful and civil and keep in mind, sometimes something doesn't have to be beneficial for someone to find value or joy in it.

I'll kick it off. Recently I installed a whole house surge protector. The install wasn't complicated, but it was a a lot of work because I wanted it to be flushed with the wall. Having this SPD, it gives me a piece of mind that every electronic and appliance in the house is mitigated from power surge and transients. I just hope it never has to kick in.

 

[JustJones]

I had a whole house protector installed a couple of years ago when the panel box needed to be upgraded. It didn't add very much to the cost and it's nice to have.

 

[Somafunk]

The most and only effective audio tweek I use that actually enhances the enjoyment of my system is........

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[Chrispy]

I'm more with Somafunk.....can't think of anything else I've got that I'd call a tweak or mod....it's all extra in a sense, tho

ps On the whole home surge protectors....good move but lightning can still take it out....

 

[CleanSound]

The most and only effective audio tweek I use that actually enhances the enjoyment of my system is........

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That also works, although I personally just do the first but have nothing against others doing the second.

 

[fpitas]

My cable lifters are purely invisible. But the effect is night and day!

 

[Adis]

The most and only effective audio tweek I use that actually enhances the enjoyment of my system is........

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Christmas tree?
Ha, I know this...

 

[Somafunk]

That also works, although I personally just do the first but have nothing against others doing the second.

For those that hold the obstinate view that its use is prohibited and therefor illegal such as expressed in a court appearance I attended a number of years ago . I countered with the argument that until you personally live with a neurological condition such as Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and endure the day to day progressive enfeeblement of the body and mind whilst attempting to maintain a veneer of diminishing independence then you have no legitimacy in law nor moral right to pass judgment on what I choose to alleviate the daily escalation of my symptoms.

Thankfully the jury agreed with me. .

 

[Chr1]

DIY grilles for my KH310s as the Neumann ones are stupidly pricey. No worries flying my wee indoor drones whilst intoxicated now. Yowsa.

 

[Sgt. Ear Ache]

I have my speakers sitting on a couple of yoga blocks to get them up a few inches higher. No idea if there's any real audible benefit (although it does get the tweeters more at ear level)...but they do seem like they should be pretty good for the purpose in terms of isolating the speakers from the stands and so forth.

 

[Chr1]

Valve amp as occasional winter heatsource. Glass shelf above angled slightly to direct warm air into the room... Was going to incorporate a small computer fan too but deemed it unnecessary.

 

[Chr1]

Spare Tannoy V12s as coffee tables (2 of 4 shown).
Great way to justify them being in the living room to the mrs...

 

[CleanSound]

Acoustic panels mounted on a slide barn door rails so it can be adjusted to accommodate speaker placement.

Adjustability is a small factor, it looks damn slick and cool and adds to the overall decor.

 

[Chr1]

For those that hold the obstinate view that its use is prohibited and therefor illegal such as expressed in a court appearance I attended a number of years ago . I countered with the argument that until you personally live with a neurological condition such as Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and endure the day to day progressive enfeeblement of the body and mind whilst attempting to maintain a veneer of diminishing independence then you have no legitimacy in law nor moral right to pass judgment on what I choose to alleviate the daily escalation of my symptoms.

Thankfully the jury agreed with me. .

British law is definitely an ass where weed is concerned. Great to hear you had a good outcome. Got a similarly grim neurological condition myself (mnd) and would hate to have to go to court like that.
Good on ya.

 

[CleanSound]

DIY diffuser panels based on legit, real QRD math. Currently being stained before hung on the sliding barn door rails.

EDIT: In case anyone is interested, here is the app to calculate the QRD: https://www.subwoofer-builder.com/qrdude.htm

 

[CleanSound]

British law is definitely an ass where weed is concerned. Great to hear you had a good outcome. Got a similarly grim neurological condition myself (mnd) and would hate to have to go to court like that.
Good on ya.

It is legal in many states in the US. My current employer before weed was legalized never asked for a drug test.

I personally don't use marijuana for lack of interest nor need, medical or otherwise. I hold no opinion (good nor bad) of others who does. Just want to make it clear since @Somafunk replied to my remark of apathy for weed.

 

[egellings]

The most and only effective audio tweek I use that actually enhances the enjoyment of my system is........

and

As required! As required...

 

[egellings]

For those that hold the obstinate view that its use is prohibited and therefor illegal such as expressed in a court appearance I attended a number of years ago . I countered with the argument that until you personally live with a neurological condition such as Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and endure the day to day progressive enfeeblement of the body and mind whilst attempting to maintain a veneer of diminishing independence then you have no legitimacy in law nor moral right to pass judgment on what I choose to alleviate the daily escalation of my symptoms.

Thankfully the jury agreed with me. .

Good for you!

 

[CapMan]

I wear these - and well, everything just sounds rosey

 

[egellings]

View attachment 336047I wear these - and well, everything just sounds rosey

I wear world-colored ones.