Inmate Systems - Audio Asylum

BRAINPICKER's Current System
IP Address: 71.239.105.88	Last Update: February 27, 2012 at 14:42:47
Amplifier:	Old Pioneer SX-1250 receiver and Phase Linear 300 Series II
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Using Pioneer pre-out , ran through DIY passive X-over and back into Receiver for lows , and into Phase Linear for fullrange (50hz and lower rolled off).
Speakers:	Modified Calrad CR-12A's on Open Baffle 28"w x 46"t , Pyle 18" PPA-18 woofers mounted on same baffle with "U" frame.
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Panasonic DVD-S54 with surface mounted output caps swapped for MultiCaps
Other Source(s):	Tuner in Pioneer
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Speaker cables: Isopath , 14ga solid twisted pair, Teflon jacket Interconnects: Single pair of Cat 5
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	DIY racks , Monster Power Line Conditioner, basic DIY power cords
Tweaks:	CalRads modified with foam surround, phase plugs and basket damping.
Room Size (LxWxH):	15' x 15' x 8'
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Metal, Rock , Blues
System Goals/Comments:	Amazing how something so inexpensive AND so simple can sound SOOOOO good. I have LESS than $400 in my whole system , yet it sounds better than many I have heard costing $1000's .
System Strengths:	YES
System Weaknesses:	Weakness is for the weak.......
Video/HT System: Integrated
TV/Projector:	Panasonic flat screen
Processor/Receiver/Amplifiers:	Same as above
Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub):	^
Sources (DVD/VCR):	^
Other HT Gear:	^
Comments on HT System:	2 channel movies sound awesome
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Motorcycles,outdoor activities