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Post by orange55 on Dec 18, 2023 13:51:25 GMT
brettj Agree with you, I have a spreadsheet which details the system and then each part that can be changed for example: IEC fuses, support feet, DC cables etc.. plus the obvious mains etc; I then use colour coding to identify areas for attention. I then run a priority list of changes and the interesting part of as I make it change it tends to impact the prioritisation of the upcoming tweaks. These days they are that tweaks, as I am pretty close and the balance is just right that I do not not want to disturb that. But my ODC knows there is still performance still left on the table. :-)
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Post by brettj on Dec 18, 2023 19:34:24 GMT
brettj Agree with you, I have a spreadsheet which details the system and then each part that can be changed for example: IEC fuses, support feet, DC cables etc.. plus the obvious mains etc; I then use colour coding to identify areas for attention. I then run a priority list of changes and the interesting part of as I make it change it tends to impact the prioritisation of the upcoming tweaks. These days they are that tweaks, as I am pretty close and the balance is just right that I do not not want to disturb that. But my ODC knows there is still performance still left on the table. :-) I'm surprised how effect doing this is. The schematics don't work as well for me. I have an addictive personality. Luckily it's not alcohol, gambling, sex or drugs that have a hold of me. It's either food or exercise, and audio. And I'm close to being finished (in a Mr T. kind of way?) |
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Post by MartinT on Dec 18, 2023 21:11:02 GMT
The schematics don't work as well for me . . . And I'm close to being finished (in a Mr T. kind of way?) Interesting, I think good schematics are very helpful, not so much a poorly designed one. Finished? I don't think so, but close to being so, I'll give you that. |
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Post by brettj on Dec 19, 2023 5:36:47 GMT
My problem is not having a programme to do the schematics
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Post by orange55 on Dec 19, 2023 7:34:47 GMT
The schematics don't work as well for me . . . And I'm close to being finished (in a Mr T. kind of way?) Interesting, I think good schematics are very helpful, not so much a poorly designed one. Finished? I don't think so, but close to being so, I'll give you that. Agree, I have a diagram also. |
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Post by MartinT on Dec 19, 2023 9:49:57 GMT
My problem is not having a programme to do the schematics I use PowerPoint for mine. There is a free online version. |
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Post by orange55 on Dec 19, 2023 15:07:47 GMT
Google slides I use it is free and good as we use it corporately.
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Post by brettj on Dec 20, 2023 19:51:29 GMT
Six grounding cables coming from Aliexpress for my RTZ1.
Ordered on Dec 10th.
Is out with the courier for delivery today.
11 days!
Can take 4-6 weeks usually for items to arrive.
Surprised, and looking forward to setting them up.
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Post by brettj on Dec 20, 2023 20:57:03 GMT
Looking at isolation feet under my system stand.
Either the expensive route (Iso Acoustics etc)
Or Aliexpress.
Would these be sufficient?
Search for
4PCS High-end HiFi Aluminum Alloy HIFI Audio Speakers Amplifier DAC CD Anti-shock Absorber Foot Pads Vibration Absorption Stands
Aliexpress item should come up.
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Post by MikeMusic on Dec 20, 2023 21:12:54 GMT
Link doesn't work for me in the UK
Almost anything is good
Wooden cones and sorbothane work but the least effective
RDC cones are fantastic VFM
Black Ravioli is the best I've encountered
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Post by brettj on Dec 20, 2023 21:51:26 GMT
Link doesn't work for me in the UK Almost anything is good Wooden cones and sorbothane work but the least effective RDC cones are fantastic VFM Black Ravioli is the best I've encountered Has to be bolted through the metal frame, for solidity/safety. |
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Post by MartinT on Dec 20, 2023 22:05:09 GMT
I used large RDC Cones with threaded studs screwed into the upright pillars of my system rack, after drilling and tapping them.
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Post by brettj on Dec 21, 2023 7:10:42 GMT
I'll give the RDC Cones a try.
£58 including shipping.
Alternative was £160+
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Post by MikeMusic on Dec 21, 2023 11:45:04 GMT
Good VFM new
Even better 2nd hand if you can find them
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Post by MartinT on Dec 21, 2023 13:05:41 GMT
Make sure you find the ones with a threaded stud. Easy to affix to things securely.
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Post by brettj on Dec 23, 2023 9:30:31 GMT
System put together again this evening.
Takes a couple of hours.
New power cables, Iso Regen, grounding cables.
Started the burn in with Tara Labs Cascade...
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Post by julesd68 on Dec 23, 2023 15:49:15 GMT
Happy listening for 2024 Brett.
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Post by NigelB on Dec 23, 2023 21:52:38 GMT
Six grounding cables coming from Aliexpress for my RTZ1. Ordered on Dec 10th. Is out with the courier for delivery today. 11 days! Can take 4-6 weeks usually for items to arrive. Surprised, and looking forward to setting them up. Interesting; do you have a link or whatever?
What should one look for to differentiate a good grounding cable from an ok one or even from a terrible one? I am only just starting to explore the whole topic, and read some hugely encouraging posts from people whom have tried various grounding systems but have yet to take the plunge myself.
Thanks,
Nigel
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Post by brettj on Dec 23, 2023 23:36:34 GMT
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Post by orange55 on Dec 24, 2023 9:33:11 GMT
link firework for me. Looks like it’s a link to your cart/basket? |
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