| MCP1's Main System
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| Last Update: February 15, 2002 at 12:08:04
| IP Address: 12.3.56.10
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| Amplifier: | Pathos Twin Towers (non remote). Tungsram 12ax7s (which improve an already amazing amp)
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| Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): | Mod Squad Phono Drive EPS
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| Speakers: | ProAc Studio Ones with completely rebuilt crossovers - NorthCreek inductors/Jensen-Ansar caps/Ohmite and Mills resistors
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| Sources:
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| CD Player/DAC: | Meridian 506-20 |
| Turntable/Phono Stage: | VPI HW-19 with a MkIV platter/springs, Corian plinth and Corian/acylic layered armboard. Audioquest PT5 arm, Shelter 501 Mk2 (a killer!) Tara phono cable, BDR clamp, BDR footers, cones
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| Other Source(s): | FT101A Etude
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| Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
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| Speaker Cables/Interconnects: | Nordost Blue Heaven speakers, Tara Labs original interconnects, some other custom
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| Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.): | Bybee Signature
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| Tweaks: | Bybee Filters, Black Diamond Racing Cones/Pucks and custom pieces. BDR stuff transformed my turntable and improved the overall sound.
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| Room Size (LxWxH): | 20 x 15 x 10
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| Music Preferences and Comments:
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| Music Used (Genre/Selections): | Rock, Jazz and some Classical
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| System Goals/Comments: | Clarity and musicality, lack of annoying artifacts. The Pathos is pretty amazing in this regard.
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| System Strengths: | Open, smooth midrange & highs. Excellent detail without "frying" your ears. Amazingly open now with new crossovers, with fantastic dynamics.
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| System Weaknesses: | Could use a bit more bass, but I don't really miss it.
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| Video/HT System:
None
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| TV/Projector: | 20 year old Toshiba 20" TV - I'm just not a video guy...
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| Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation: | wife and kids, bicycle racing,
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