That is, other than surge protectors. I've been looking at power conditioners, voltage regulators, etc. and they range in price from reasonable to ridiculous. Is it necessary to use any of these devices to prolong the life of my flat screen, computer, headphone amp, etc.? Any input would be...

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Hola from LA!   I just recently had to switch my office/listening room since having my 2nd daughter 5 months ago to accommodate both kids. Now I'm in the smaller room which only has 2 prong outlets (no ground). I'm thinking of picking up the Schiit Lyr when they're available at the end of...

What's Happenin' All   After much deliberation I've decided to sell my Alessandro/Grado MS2i's and pick up the HD650's. I'm not fluent in Audiophilese yet so I'll just say that while I dig the MS2i's (very detailed, great for rock), I found myself simply enjoying the sound of my HD595's a...

 What's Happening All   Never mind the title, I just wanted to get peoples attention. I'm new to Head-Fi and a budding audiophile and feel a bit lost and scared in terms of where to start and at how expensive my new hobby seems to be, respectively. I'm intrigued with tube amps and have...

Hola Compadres,   I'm new to the world of Head-Fi and a fledgling audiophile wannabe. I've always loved listening to music with headphones but never really got into it. I was perfectly happy pumping my tunes through my stereo system... until I had my first child. All of sudden I could no...