Audio Asylum - Inmate Systems

Rob S.'s My room System
IP Address: 75.108.206.42	Last Update: May 14, 2008 at 07:44:47
Amplifier:	Odyssey mono extremes SE on mid/hi's Odyssey Khartago monos SE on bass panels
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Odyssey candela
Speakers:	biamped MgIIIa w/ 2 Epik Valor sealed subs
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Cambridge Audio 540D DVD/cd player Van Alstine's ULTRA DAC
Turntable/Phono Stage:	none
Other Source(s):	Bolder modified SB3 w/ ultimate PS IV Burson Buffer
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	MIT bulk HT install cable assorted entry level interconnects- chord, analysis plus, Tara, DIY Signal cable 'magic' power cords and digital power cords
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	VansEvers Super Companion, DIY heavy rack, 2 dedicated power outlets for system in audio closet adjacent to room
Tweaks:	Mye stands (stealth model)
Room Size (LxWxH):	17.3ft x 21.4ft x 7.5ft
Room Comments/Treatments:	dedicated room in basement w/drop ceiling, extensive insulation above ceiling. Room treatments from Realtraps and GIK
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Acoustic anything, folk, jazz, classical, vocalists, rock, not likely to be doing any Rap music
System Goals/Comments:	foot tappin' Musical system, keep $$ spent reasonable and have balance with LIFE
System Strengths:	Maggie openness, detail, musicality, etc.
System Weaknesses:	dynamics, pinpoint imaging is not there.
Video/HT System: Separate
TV/Projector:	Panny 50in plasma 720p
Processor/Receiver/Amplifiers:	Arcam AVR 300
Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub):	AV123 x-series setup
Sources (DVD/VCR):	Cambridge Audio 540D
Other HT Gear:	basic cable box
Comments on HT System:	just fine, not a high priority excellent affordable audio integration-Maggies
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	swim, bike, time with family, CEO family