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General Hi-Fi
Frequently asked questions about general hi-fi stuff including various types of equipment, technical concepts and advice for getting the best results.
Why do you have these FAQs?
The FAQs save everyone time, by addressing questions I’m most commonly asked. Honestly, there are questions I’ve probably been asked
I’ve read that I should replace any capacitors measuring 10% under spec – is this correct?
No. People don’t know what they don’t know, but as long as expert sources of information and professionals are sought
What are system resolution limitations and why are they important?
System resolution limitations or ‘bottlenecks’ are critically important as they define the maximum performance attainable with a given set of
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Is it safe to buy hi-fi equipment on Gumtree?
Generally no, unless you can have equipment inspected and you understand that PayPal offers no buyer protection on Gumtree. You
Do cables make a difference?
Yes, but there is much more to know. Let’s get this out of the way: good cables always improve system
Why don’t all CD players sound the same?
A great question, so let’s discuss it. Let’s start simply. A musician understands that no two guitars sound the same,
Is it OK to play CDs in my DVD or Blu-ray player?
Yes, but your CDs won’t sound as good as they can when played on dedicated CD hardware. For the very
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Do you recommend new speaker terminals, RCA connectors and detachable mains cables?
In some cases, yes, but people are often surprised to learn that there are usually more important considerations. As a
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