Audio Asylum - Inmate Systems

scotts's Main System System
IP Address: 167.102.133.216	Last Update: September 16, 2008 at 12:18:39
Amplifier:	Berning ZH270
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	CAT Reference
Speakers:	DIY similar to Kharma Midi Exquisite CNC made with Accuton tweeter/mid and Eton 11 inch bass units.
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Samsung DVD player, soon to be upgraded to computer set-up most likely.
Turntable/Phono Stage:	VPI 19 Mk III, Syrinx w/Vandenhul silver wire, Koetsu Rosewood Signature
Other Source(s):	Scott 310 E tuner
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Chimera Labs cryo treated CCC litz braided wire interconnects w/ Eichmann RCA's & same wire used for speaker cables. Neotech power cable w/FIM & Neotech IEC/plug.
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Silver plated cryo treated wall outlets
Tweaks:	Use phono only from CAT which increases the transparency and dynamic capability of phono.
Room Size (LxWxH):	26' x 13' x 9'
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Jazz, Classical and Rock from 60's, 70's, 80's
System Goals/Comments:	Accurate transparent top and mid with bass to match fairly closely and with good extension.
System Strengths:	Accurate top/mid, good top to bottom transparency and clarity
System Weaknesses:	Image specificity still lacking some due to room. Bass can overload room with certain material.
Video/HT System: None