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Discovering the Secrets of Sound Perception: Adapting to New Speakers

Posted on April 10, 2025 by ray kodiak

Introduction The perception of sound is a complex and multifaceted process that involves both low-level sensory processing and high-level cognitive interpretation. When encountering new speakers or audio sources, the brain must rapidly adapt to unfamiliar sound characteristics, such as differences … Continue reading →

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Research and Review Paper: EPOS EPIC 5 Speakers

Posted on April 4, 2025 by ray kodiak

the tower speakers are the EPOS EPIC 5 in Black Ash / next to the more classic ES11 (also in black ash) – bought used for cheap $200, but normally easily double that, I just got lucky! Introduction The EPOS … Continue reading →

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History Report: Saison Brew Style

Posted on March 26, 2025 by ray kodiak

With this Post, wanted to get back to brewing, I was on a 90 day dry streak, just wanted to do that instead of like a dry January, but once I got to day 55 / I got so bored, … Continue reading →

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ROLAND Cube 60 Keyboard amplifier

Posted on March 22, 2025 by ray kodiak

I’ve made a quick YouTube video since I was verifying this amp that I’ve purchased about 2 years ago and just got around to actually using it, I believe it was like $40 at a local Thrift Store. Roland Cube-60 … Continue reading →

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N.E.A.R 10M speaker as used for a computer setup with YouTube video

Posted on March 17, 2025 by ray kodiak

The N.E.A.R. (New England Audio Resource) 10M is a compact bookshelf speaker that has garnered attention for its impressive performance despite its small size. Here’s a comprehensive report on these speakers: Technical Specifications Design and Build The N.E.A.R. 10M features … Continue reading →

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A Comparison of the Epos ES11 and ES12 Loudspeakers

Posted on March 16, 2025 by ray kodiak

Left (ES11) ~~ Right (ES12) Epos, a British loudspeaker manufacturer, is known for its minimalist design philosophy and focus on transparency and musicality. The ES11 and ES12 models are compact two-way speakers that share some design principles but differ in … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Amplifier Quality in Music Systems: Spotlight on Hi-Fi and B&K Amplifiers

Posted on March 15, 2025 by ray kodiak

Amplifiers are the backbone of any high-quality music system, ensuring that speakers perform at their best by delivering clean, precise power. While speakers are the primary drivers of sound quality, the amplifier’s role in maintaining signal fidelity and dynamic range … Continue reading →

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comparing the EPOS ES11 vs. ES14 with YouTube video

Posted on March 9, 2025 by ray kodiak

The Epos ES11 and ES14 speakers are two iconic models from the British audio brand Epos, which gained prominence in the 1980s for its minimalist yet innovative speaker designs. Below is a comparison of the two models, along with their … Continue reading →

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Cambridge SoundWorks Ensemble speaker 1988 – Quick Review

Posted on March 8, 2025 by ray kodiak

I found a great thrift store deal for $7 on some small speakers, likely made from MDF. They are painted white and feature decent drivers while being surprisingly heavy for their size. A video showcasing them is available on my YouTube channel. Continue reading →

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Quick Restoration of a Yamaha CD-30 (August 1997) – Japan

Posted on January 24, 2025 by ray kodiak

New CD Players that sound good, meaning Audiophile quality sound or close to it, also cost a lot of money, even when you adjust for any inflation comparing costs in the 80s vs now / anyways, I think many are … Continue reading →

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