Good article on A/B testing
BlueFox
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The author makes a good point that time is required to pick up and appreciate the nuances and details in high-res files versus just a quick A/B test between an MP3 and a high-res file. Of course, the same concept is applicable to cables and gear.
http://tapeop.com/blog/2014/03/03/problem-bing-and-why-neil-young-right-about-sound-/
http://tapeop.com/blog/2014/03/03/problem-bing-and-why-neil-young-right-about-sound-/
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Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
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Cool man thanks for the read.Dan
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