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Post by MartinT on Oct 2, 2014 22:13:54 GMT
Four Furutechs done, that's the CD replay chain. I spent the rest of the evening in bliss, listening to the results.
Tomorrow I'll do the rest of them.
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 3, 2014 8:34:31 GMT
Did you find a good way to do them or were they all a pain ?
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Post by MartinT on Oct 3, 2014 12:17:04 GMT
Not too bad; the end-ons are easier to do than the right-angles. I took the chance to Deoxit all the contacts on each cable.
The P10 has a 20mm rear chassis fuse, so I've ordered an SR Red for it, too.
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 3, 2014 12:34:09 GMT
That could be very interesting
Are you going all SR Red then or what ?
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Post by MartinT on Oct 3, 2014 14:09:51 GMT
No - SR Red for regenerator and power amp (3 in all). AMR Gold for every other component. So far it's working out well without costing a fortune.
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 3, 2014 14:40:22 GMT
Do you think they will get better as they settle ?
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Post by pre65 on Oct 3, 2014 16:22:22 GMT
I wonder if some of the "improvements" we get at home would be so obvious (or even noticeable) if we had proper blind auditioning sessions ?
From what I have read about properly organised group blind testing sessions the results might be interesting, and could lead to some individuals being considerably more wealthy. 
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Post by MartinT on Oct 3, 2014 17:17:04 GMT
Completely unnecessary, Philip. You're only hearing one side: those items I like which have improved the system. I've also rejected lots of other items over the years. There is really no need to fool yourself if you don't start out with preconceived notions. Just listen in comfort and all is revealed. Blind testing is artificial and gives rise to competitiveness and bias expectation. Not good for an emotional response to music.
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Post by pre65 on Oct 3, 2014 18:35:02 GMT
Blind testing removes external influences and concentrates the mind on just the sound.
One hears only what is there. 
I'd be prepared to bet on the results if you blind tested properly.
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 3, 2014 20:18:02 GMT
I've tested and found no improvements even after expecting them.
Swapping a few times hasn't helped
I've also tested and been amazed by the difference
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Post by MartinT on Oct 3, 2014 21:54:48 GMT
It's just a case of being honest with yourself, and also trying things before you buy them so that you are not invested.
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Post by MartinT on Oct 6, 2014 6:57:52 GMT
Due to unforeseen circumstances (a nasty bout of flu) I haven't replaced the fuses in the turntable playback chain yet. I hope to get that done tonight.
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 6, 2014 7:27:56 GMT
Sorry to hear about the flu Martin - hope it clears up soon.
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Post by MartinT on Oct 6, 2014 7:35:22 GMT
Thanks. Had it over a week ago but it's proven rather tough to shake off.
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 6, 2014 7:53:42 GMT
Hope it goes soon
Give it a nudge with loads of water
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Post by MartinT on Oct 6, 2014 17:53:34 GMT
Well, the Maglevs arrived, are beautifully finished and nicely engineered. They don't work, though; they don't reduce the bass feedback as the magnetic force is so strong that the deck barely deflects them when resting on the four. I only got to 55dB volume position before it all goes chain reaction. I may try to get a heavy slab of granite and put it on them, with the deck on top. That might work!
So far, the very old AQ sorbothane feet work best, allowing me to just get to 60dB on the volume pot before feedback starts. However, as sorbothane goes, they are quite stiff. So off to eBay I went to try to find something similar in shape but softer and I found these:
Now ordered and on their way. I remain patient for a solution!
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Post by MartinT on Oct 7, 2014 6:07:24 GMT
Anyone know where I can get a good inexpensive slab of granite, about SL-1210 size?
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 7, 2014 6:43:14 GMT
The bits that get cut out of big slabs to make the holes for sinks are pretty much perfect. If you want something a bit bigger then go for the bit they cut for fireplaces. I'd say the best thing would be to go to an independent, explain what you want and ask who their stone supplier is. Alternatively, look up your local monumental masons - they use the really chunky stuff!
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 7, 2014 6:51:04 GMT
The other thing might be an architectural salvage yard, they often have bits of marble or granite lying around that can be used.
I know one that also sells new lumps of slate which are a useful size. In my case, I bought a snapped pool table top on Ebay for 99p!
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Post by MartinT on Oct 7, 2014 6:53:05 GMT
Good ideas, thanks. I did go to a headstone company years ago to have two pieces of marble cut but it wasn't cheap.
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