eSam
's eMusic System
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Last Update: April 12, 2007 at 16:12:33
| IP Address: 68.174.187.205
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Amplifier: | Accusonic MB400 Monoblocks
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Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): | Morrison ELAD
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Speakers: | Magneplaner MG1.6/QR Polk PSW 250 (not crossed over and set low)
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Sources:
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CD Player/DAC: | All music RIPed to the PC using lossless compression (APE) and output via a digital sound card to a stock ART DIO. |
Turntable/Phono Stage: | None
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Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
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Speaker Cables/Interconnects: | A short run (8 inches) of electrical cord for the speakers. DIY interconnects using Belden 89259 stock cable with Cardas IMRO plugs and silver solder. The DAC/Pre cable has resistors in the RCA end to bring the DIO level closer to -10db needed for the pre.
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Room Size (LxWxH): | 16 x 14 x 8
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Room Comments/Treatments: | Some foam behind the Magies to even out the reflections.
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Music Preferences and Comments:
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Music Used (Genre/Selections): | Rock, Jazz, Classical, New Age (e.g. Enya)
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System Goals/Comments: | The best sound for the buck.
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System Strengths: | Speaker/Amp/Subwoofer combo delivers really well balanced, room filling natural sound with a decent low end.
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System Weaknesses: | I don't yet know what I am listening for. I know I could use more power since things fall off fast as I crank it.
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Video/HT System:
Separate
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TV/Projector: | Sony TV
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Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub): | Maggie center and rears.
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Sources (DVD/VCR): | Samsung DVD
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Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation: | Write songs, record on another system.
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