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  1. John Wes

    Derek and the Dominos....Reviews? Thoughts?

    I just got mine in. After a couple of listens...I've been trying to compare the stereo version with a couple of others I have that I've never cared for. I've the 20th anniversary edition and the Polydor P2 31820 version...I'm not a critical reviewer or an expert on the various versions out there...
  2. John Wes

    New interconnects using Eichman Bulletplugs..

    I'm finished with the new project. Eichman copper plugs with Belden 89259 cable. The cable is a recommendation on a site I picked up from here. The site is written and maintained by Jon Risch. It's a wealth of info on various cable. Here's a pic of them Eichmans......Strange connectors...
  3. John Wes

    I don't care what anyone says..so don't stop me..

    I'm getting the Animals Retrospective SACD no matter what! Anything good out there to go with it? SACDs? DVD-As? Looking forward to getting this one. The double set I got out of GB with the no noise thing..well I don't mind it that much but looking forward to what I hope is a less...
  4. John Wes

    Gomer speaker cable...

    For those who have thought about it but figured it isn't worth the hassle, really it's pretty easy to do. I've a set of the Van Haus braided for the fronts and have had a few requests from friends for making them a set. No way...Way too much work. So after reading about the Gomer cables...
  5. John Wes

    Cat 5 speaker cable..

    I'm getting ready to try the Chris VenHaus Cat 5 speaker cable. According to his site, in the end after all the braiding, this is around a 10 gage wire.... I was wondering if anyone has tried this... Also..what does the diy group think of these plugs? (Admin note - Active auction links...
  6. John Wes

    Looking for a drive link site..

    For DIY. This site listed the various drivers used in commerical speakers. Or at least a close approximated driver. I've looked all through my bookmarks and even tried a google search. I must not be hitting on the right syntax. Tia..
  7. John Wes

    Veneer..where to find?

    There isn't much for sale in these parts. I've looked on ebay but most of that is in small lots. I'm more or less looking for something for larger subs.. I think it was Brian who mentioned he wraps his veneer around his boxes. I like that idea but would need a bit larger sizes that what I...
  8. John Wes

    My Tempest is done...

    Thanks to this forum for incentive and tons of info, and to Kyle Richardson for some tips and advice. Also to Audio Concepts for the ideas of how to finish it. Not to worry, I'm not going into production. :) I won't post them here out of respect for those on slower connections...
  9. John Wes

    Tempest with an Adire Alignment Question..

    I'm looking at the drawing for this alignment and just want to make sure on a couple of things. First, the left side for the ports and the right side for the sub? Does this make any difference on this part? Could the ports go in the front with the driver to the rear? Secondly, the...
  10. John Wes

    Yet even more Tempest questions..

    Ok but only a couple. :D First...a comparison... I'm not sure whether to go sealed or ported. I'm looking to at least hit 20 Hz with it. The Adaire alignment in a ported enclosure looks like it will do this just fine.. Sealed, well, I can't find any specs on Adaire's site as to if it will...
  11. John Wes

    Rush....Vapor Trails

    A rant... IMHO, I happen to think this is some of Rush's best work. Now on to the rant. Why is new material engineered to sound so "over-saturated", for a lack of a better term. If I crank this one up...It just seems....overdone. If you know what I mean. Is there a reason for this? I...
  12. John Wes

    ATempest question on preferences..vs Tumult

    I'm thinking about a DIY with the plans that Adire have. If I go sealed with a 250 watt plate amp...vs... A bit more money for a passive set up. Is the cost worth it vs say just going sealed with a Tumult? Looks like I could save just a bit under going the Tumult way...anyone with...
  13. John Wes

    Recievers..narrowed down to 3..some questions

    First off, let me say that I've learned a lot on this forum by reading a lot of your knowledgeable threads.. I've done a few searches and by them decided on a few makes to not bother looking at. (no names mentioned as I'm not looking to start a war.) Given the features I'm looking for and...
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