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Thanks for the information Mosfet, I have put a little post on Russ Andrews blog page and await a reply. cheers.

 

What is it you expect RA or Kimber to say exactly?

 

Well on their website Kimber state that they use equipment to measure directionality of each cable and label it accordingly before sale. I was hoping they could let us know what it is they are measuring and what they use to measure it with.

 

Owl,

We're not arguing; we're having a discussion. And you're right, we're pretty much singing from the same hymn sheet

However --

Yup, no doubt that happens. It's a matter of balance though just like with most things in life. Too little or too much scepticism is bad - what you're aiming for is a 'healthy amount'. Trouble is, I doubt we'll agree on what exactly that is!

For sure, but I would never audition everything that was recommended. I just make a shortlist of stuff that interests me, find a dealer that stocks it, arrange an audition, and buy what I like. Sometimes I might arrange to try equipment at home. It's a relatively simple process that's served me well for years. For me, hi-fi isn't complicated, but some people seem determined to make it that way!

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Paul

 

Does speed of propogation have any bearing on this?That can be measured.
Paul 33 is still young wait till your 55 like me.The only good thing is all the hype and Bs seems much easier to deal with.Wisdom does shine through every now and then.You just forget when.
rollo

 

Hi, Rollo. You're right - you certainly get wiser as you get older! Incidentally 55 is not old. I think it depends on your outlook on life. Would you say you were an old 55 year old or a young 55 year old? I know guys your age that are into pretty much the same stuff I am (sport, music, beer, girlies - not necessarily in that order!) and that don't look their age, and ones that look and act more like my granddad!

I reckon some people are 'born old' and moan their way through life. Those are probably the ones that also make hi-fi complicated

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Paul

 

still no word from RA or Kimber cables, I presume?

I wonder why???

 

From his waterfront villa somewhere in the Bahamas, Mr Andrews was heard saying: "Tell them to **** off and pass me the Dom Perignon and the suntan lotion..."

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Paul

 

Yes, I recieved a reply to my 'blog' post for Russell Andrews. A gentleman by the name of Gary Hartley said Russell was away until this week and would reply to my question when he gets back (He didn't say he was in the Bahamas but who knows)

 

Ben, it's Russell that's applying the suntan lotion on Russ' wrinkly bod!

I apologise in advance if you're having your tea.

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Paul

 

As far as Kimber Cable, if they state on their website that they measure directionality of each cable then they must be able to satisfy someone that they do. Is there any regulatory body (particularly in the States) that controls advertising claims. If the claim is made over here what 'evidence' must they be able to provide? I am unsure of advertising regs does anyone know?

 

Presumeably their accountants are satisfied that it works.

 

asdvertising regs differ wildly in the US and UK, you have to be able 'to prove any and all claims and comparissons' made in UK adverts, otherwise the ASA can pull them with as little as one complaint.

in the US its way different, broadly speaking you can say pretty much what you like as long as it isn't slanderous or libelous, their is very little in the way of advertising consumer protection law in the US, but then again they'll sue your ass just for looking at them over there.

 

Cheers, I still haven't recieved my 'Black Book Vol 1' from British Audio site. Has anyone any experience of ordering from them? do they usually take a long time to deliver only I paid for the booklet on the third of this month. When/if it arrives will be able to post what Ben Duncan says about directionality.

 

You guys are waaaaaaay too serious :spank:

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Paul

 

The suspense is building ....

 

... Indeed so. It's akin to expelling a rather troublesome turd. The excitement in my bottom is killing me.

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Paul

 

The less we hear about your bottom the better.

 

Shall we invite (ex)Dr Gillian McKeith along to analyse it scientifically when it does come out?

 

Yeah that would be really cool. She could see whether it's a 'sausage-shaped' one or more like sheep pellets

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Paul