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mkuller's Stereohenge (see pictures) System
IP Address: 207.200.116.71	Last Update: November 09, 2009 at 11:50:14
Amplifier:	Manley Neo-Classic 250 Mono Blocks with Synergistic Research A/C Master Coupler cords into API 110 Power Wedges with Power Enhancer 1s.
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	None - CD player connected directly to speakers.
Speakers:	Thiel CS 7.2
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Wadia 850 with digital volume control with Top Gun HCF Power cord into a Monster HTS2000 Conditioner.
Other Source(s):	iPod 160Gb loaded with the best music from the past 50 years - oldies, classic rock, blues, surf and some disco - recorded in Apple Lossless from over 500 CDs. Used with Shure E530 earbuds or the Harmon Kardon HT system in my family room (and outdoor speakers).
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Speaker - MIT Oracle V3 (matches impedence between amp and speakers) Interconnect - MIT MI-350 Oracle (impedence matching)
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Black Diamond Racing Shelves and Cones under all components. VPI Bricks on top. Salamander rack.
Tweaks:	Millenium CD Mat, Optrix CD solution, Nordost Ecco Anti-Static Spray, Original Cable Jackets, Caig ProGold G100L contact cleaner.
Room Size (LxWxH):	17 feet x 14 feet x 8
Room Comments/Treatments:	Room is dedicated for listening. Treatments include ASC Tube Traps and Room Tunes products. A neighbor who saw all the Tube Trabs called it 'Stereohenge'.
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Rock, pop, blues, jazz.
System Goals/Comments:	My goal is to reproduce the music as naturally as possible with a wide dynamic range, accurate tonality, articulation of inner detail, with 3-dimensional imaging and soundstage.
System Strengths:	Very musical, wide dynamics, natural tone, great image and soundstage. Terrific bass.
System Weaknesses:	In the smaller room now, the soundstage is not as deep and expansive. The sound is a little more intimate and closer in perspective.
Video/HT System: Separate
TV/Projector:	Although I am a two channel music die hard, I finally sprung for a Samsung 52" LCD Series 7 flat screen and surround system for my family room.
Processor/Receiver/Amplifiers:	Harmon Kardon AVR 347
Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub):	Front - Fritz Jr. Monitors, rears and sub are Harmon Kardon
Sources (DVD/VCR):	Harmon Kardon DVD 48
Other HT Gear:	Monster HTS 1000MkIII power conditioner, two outdoor speakers
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Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Pharmacist / Home health care entrepreneur. Other interests besides music and audio include wine (esp. zinfandel), reading, the beach, good food and exercise (gym).