[SBLive card owners - parametric eq]

Someone may have already posted this here but there is a parametric eq hack for SBLive cards that is pretty awesome. Find it here: http://alive.singnet.com.sg/download/

Works with Win98/ME and Win2k. You'll need SBLive card and Liveware. It enhanced my older 4.1s quite a bit.......d

[Will Klipsch fix old preamps?]

I have 2 old preamps that I'd like to get fixed as a backup for my CP1. The first one is the original (high gain)- scratchy knobs. The second (low-gain) preamp - the sub knob is not working. Will Klipsch fix these?

[Ancient audiophile needs help with new technology]

One more thing Ray, use CDRs not CDRWs (re-writable). Most CD players cannot read CDRWs.....d

[Ancient audiophile needs help with new technology]

Hi Ray,

Here's my son's 3 yr old setup:

Win98 SE

Pentium 233 mhz

3gb HD

64mb RAM

16x CD rom

HP 7200i CD writer

As you can see, it's pretty ancient by today's standard but it works. If your system is faster, the better. I recommend HP writers - they come bundled with the Easy CD software(Adaptec). Make sure the writer has at least a 1mb buffer to prevent underruns (the writer has to have a constant flow of data or you get coasters).

You can copy CD to CD but I recommend copying the files to the harddrive first then to the cd writer. When making a compilation, use Disc-at-once (the tracks are burned to CD in one operation). My son always copies at the slowest speed when burning audio cds (he's too careful!). Make sure to turn off your screen saver and try not to have anything else running while your burning.

Initially, you will be creating coasters until you learn how things should work. Just a few tips. I'm sure others will offer better ones. Have fun!

PS>

If you're running WinME or Win2K, be sure to check if your software/hardware is compatible before buying/installing it.

Cheers....d