# Systems **URL:** https://forum.psaudio.com/c/everything-else/systems/74.md [Latest](https://forum.psaudio.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.psaudio.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.psaudio.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Systems category](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/about-the-systems-category/4798)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2018, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/about-the-systems-category/4798 "2018-02-07T16:06:34Z")
--- ## [System Photos!](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/system-photos/8910)
**Author:** [@twolf](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/twolf)\ **Replies:** 9381\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 4:01am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/system-photos/8910 "2026-09-20T04:01:36Z")
Would love to see photos of everyone’s system I will start with mine: Pre - PS Audio GCD Amp - Pass Labs XA25 Speakers - KEF LS50 (will be adding a larger floor standing when home addition is done and have a larger … --- ## [Stereo for TV listening](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/stereo-for-tv-listening/44573)
**Author:** [@Cjdnola](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Cjdnola)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2026, 1:45am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/stereo-for-tv-listening/44573 "2026-08-02T01:45:36Z")
little bit off topic so to speak but thought someone might have some experience with it. my system is set up in the living room with TV. I want to connect to the TV to my stereo system. i would use a optical connection… --- ## [Why does this happen?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/why-does-this-happen/44403)
**Author:** [@lwin1949](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/lwin1949)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/why-does-this-happen/44403 "2026-07-06T16:06:03Z")
I have four PS Audio components in my system & anytime there is a power glitch they all power on. I thought when I installed a P15 this would stop this from occurring. I have numerous other components in my system & none… --- ## [New cd drive or other suggestions](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/new-cd-drive-or-other-suggestions/41745)
**Author:** [@vsopking](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/vsopking)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/new-cd-drive-or-other-suggestions/41745 "2026-06-02T22:34:36Z")
Back with same problem: perfect wave disk drawer doesn’t open. This is a recurring problem that needs attention. Should I spent money to have the drive replaced (again). Or just buy a more recent CD drive?? The PWT is… --- ## [Power Plant P20 optimization](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/power-plant-p20-optimization/44229)
**Author:** [@Nothgiel](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Nothgiel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 3:42pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/power-plant-p20-optimization/44229 "2026-05-24T15:42:03Z")
My mains power is 240v in the UK. I reduced the voltage on the P20 to 220v and noticed that the mild hum my McIntosh 7200 had become a whisper. --- ## [Ground connector a power Plant P20](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/ground-connector-a-power-plant-p20/44230)
**Author:** [@Nothgiel](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Nothgiel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/ground-connector-a-power-plant-p20/44230 "2026-05-24T15:40:42Z")
I have my full system running through the P20 including two turntables. I cannot find a ground connector on the P20. Since the p20 is like a separate power station should there not be a ground connector on it? --- ## [When it’s good it’s really good!](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/when-it-s-good-it-s-really-good/44172)
**Author:** [@mitchb105](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/mitchb105)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 2:19am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/when-it-s-good-it-s-really-good/44172 "2026-05-19T02:19:57Z")
Do you ever experience one of those listening sessions where the sound is far better than usual? I’ve recently been experimenting with power component and cable placement and I think I have found my best combination of c… --- ## [Toroidal Transformer Failure?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/toroidal-transformer-failure/44023)
**Author:** [@tomhail](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/tomhail)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 11:23pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/toroidal-transformer-failure/44023 "2026-05-09T23:23:56Z")
I’ve had a REL T/9i in use for 5-6 years and always kept it on. Recently it blew a fuse. I disconnected it from line source and replaced the fuse, only to blow again and again when turning it on. Sent the plate amp to RE… --- ## [Stellar phono preamp added bling](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/stellar-phono-preamp-added-bling/43653)
**Author:** [@rkindel](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/rkindel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/stellar-phono-preamp-added-bling/43653 "2026-02-05T17:00:04Z")
--- ## [PS Audio DirectStream Power Plant P20 vs Teac H300](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/ps-audio-directstream-power-plant-p20-vs-teac-h300/43295)
**Author:** [@Nothgiel](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Nothgiel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2025, 9:13am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/ps-audio-directstream-power-plant-p20-vs-teac-h300/43295 "2025-12-13T09:13:11Z")
My Teac tape deck sounds excellent with Dolby NR activated and powered by a £10500 PS Audio DirectStream Power Plant. 80s music never sounded so good. --- ## [What’s your oldest piece of gear on your rack?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-s-your-oldest-piece-of-gear-on-your-rack/39955)
**Author:** [@luca.pelliccioli](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/luca.pelliccioli)\ **Replies:** 115\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2025, 11:08am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-s-your-oldest-piece-of-gear-on-your-rack/39955 "2025-12-06T11:08:50Z")
I was wondering over the years what had survived the longest in my addiction to hobby updates: Gold Note Mediterraneo TT = 5 years That is pretty predictable. The rack itself, SolidStell HY = 4 years To be honest w… --- ## [Asking ChatGPT.com to Rate Your System](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/asking-chatgpt-com-to-rate-your-system/43122)
**Author:** [@FRO](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/FRO)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 12:36am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/asking-chatgpt-com-to-rate-your-system/43122 "2025-12-04T00:36:47Z")
OK - This is kinda cool. Asking ChatGPT.com to Rate Your System, just type in your audio components - ChatGPT said: Your system is one of the most sophisticated, reference-grade two-channel audio systems possible today … --- ## [Very excited with modest system](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/very-excited-with-modest-system/41339)
**Author:** [@mitchb105](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/mitchb105)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2025, 10:02am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/very-excited-with-modest-system/41339 "2025-12-03T10:02:09Z")
I’m still extremely excited with my audio system. I can’t afford MBL, Gryphon, Stealth etc. No Powerzone or Valkyra cables but I’m still excited after years with my little system. I’m sure there are many like me with sm… --- ## [Give Up Vinyl?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/give-up-vinyl/42696)
**Author:** [@DavidF](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/DavidF)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2025, 8:37pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/give-up-vinyl/42696 "2025-09-21T20:37:27Z")
Now that I’m entering retirement, I’ve been debating whether to keep adding to my vinyl collection (along with the turntables, cartridges, and all the gear that comes with it) or finally go all-in on digital—CDs, SACDs, … --- ## [Any useful ideas?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/any-useful-ideas/42720)
**Author:** [@Peter2](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Peter2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 11:53am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/any-useful-ideas/42720 "2025-09-16T11:53:18Z")
I am thinking of replacing my SGCD with a Ferrum Wandla, and it has the same protocols on the i2S as the PS Audio. What other manufacturers of Dacs follow the PS i2s protocols --- ## [Thoughts most welcome](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/thoughts-most-welcome/42651)
**Author:** [@Peter2](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Peter2)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 7:59pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/thoughts-most-welcome/42651 "2025-09-05T19:59:33Z")
I recently watched a PS video, where Paul explains that the speakers are most important. The conundrum I face, if I get my dream speakers, the Aspen FR10’s, will my SGCD and M700 amps be ok? --- ## [Soundstage: Oh my goodness it happened](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/soundstage-oh-my-goodness-it-happened/42205)
**Author:** [@Backenst](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Backenst)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 6:37am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/soundstage-oh-my-goodness-it-happened/42205 "2025-07-14T06:37:11Z")
So, I have read, have posted, have posited? what does the mythical wide soundstage sound like? Is it real and does it really happen? In my setup I have experienced a shimmer to right some bongos to the left etc, but … --- ## [The PS Audio Tour](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/the-ps-audio-tour/42035)
**Author:** [@rkindel](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/rkindel)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/the-ps-audio-tour/42035 "2025-06-30T18:07:14Z")
Last week I took the PSA factory tour. Got to say it was ear opening and the highlight of my vacation. I expected a large group but I was surprised to be the only one. I was guided by Taylor who was great. The whole thin… --- ## [dCS Varese Oh, the sound!](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/dcs-varese-oh-the-sound/41517)
**Author:** [@Phil](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Phil)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/dcs-varese-oh-the-sound/41517 "2025-04-27T21:16:57Z")
I just came back from a demo of the dCS Varese. Just one word: wow!! --- ## [What attracted you to choose the components in your system? (emotion?)](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-attracted-you-to-choose-the-components-in-your-system-emotion/41329)
**Author:** [@ganache](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/ganache)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2025, 12:19am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-attracted-you-to-choose-the-components-in-your-system-emotion/41329 "2025-04-04T00:19:55Z")
On another audio forum I visit, this old article was posted. From the original post: “It requires a long and patient read, but I think it is still relevant today and reflects on what many of us believe is missing from H… --- ## [In search of the great sound stage](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/in-search-of-the-great-sound-stage/40931)
**Author:** [@Backenst](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Backenst)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2025, 11:17am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/in-search-of-the-great-sound-stage/40931 "2025-03-08T11:17:26Z")
Experts, Help me here. I consider myself an audiophile but not at this Boards level. (I am a PS Audio believer and have purchased several albums from Octave records and also purchased the Sprout100 for my second home.) … --- ## [As 2024 comes to a close](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/as-2024-comes-to-a-close/40402)
**Author:** [@adifferentpaul](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/adifferentpaul)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2024, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/as-2024-comes-to-a-close/40402 "2024-12-27T18:50:10Z")
As 2024 comes to a close, 2024 was a great year for my stereo system. From the posts on upgrades others have made, sounds like several of us have had nice upgrades to our systems in 2024. From Wilson speakers to Vitus a… --- ## [My half decent (for the money) system](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/my-half-decent-for-the-money-system/40311)
**Author:** [@Peter2](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Peter2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2024, 2:47am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/my-half-decent-for-the-money-system/40311 "2024-12-21T02:47:14Z")
I have just had to rejoin the site, and just thought I would give a wee bit of info on what my gear is. am UK based I started out with a basic hi fi, 6 years ago after a hiatus of a few years (1996 roughly), and got a … --- ## [How best to arrange components on your rack](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/how-best-to-arrange-components-on-your-rack/39989)
**Author:** [@Audioholic](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Audioholic)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 11:53pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/how-best-to-arrange-components-on-your-rack/39989 "2024-11-17T23:53:29Z")
So I recently rearranged the components on my rack and the sound has noticeably improved. I have 4 components, BHK pre, BHK 250, DSD MkI, and PST, and only 3 shelves. I originally had the PST on the top shelf, DSD with … --- ## [What ever happened to the BHK Phonostage?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-ever-happened-to-the-bhk-phonostage/37518)
**Author:** [@Clive197](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Clive197)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 5:21am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/what-ever-happened-to-the-bhk-phonostage/37518 "2024-10-15T05:21:11Z")
I was patiently waiting for the top of the range Phonostage that Darren said he as working on. As I was bored waiting I purchased a Stellar Phonostage that I’d keep until the BHK (or whatever it was going to be called) p… --- ## [How do you store your audio equipment shipping boxes.... or do you?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/how-do-you-store-your-audio-equipment-shipping-boxes-or-do-you/38522)
**Author:** [@algaudio](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/algaudio)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2024, 1:24am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/how-do-you-store-your-audio-equipment-shipping-boxes-or-do-you/38522 "2024-08-29T01:24:47Z")
To date, I’ve been storing my original shipping boxes for my audio equipment… the garage is really quite stuffed w empty boxes in hope that some day, should I decide to sell my equipment, I would ship w the original boxe… --- ## [Equilateral triangle or Jim Smith .83 ratio](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/equilateral-triangle-or-jim-smith-83-ratio/37406)
**Author:** [@gd7288](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/gd7288)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2024, 1:28am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/equilateral-triangle-or-jim-smith-83-ratio/37406 "2024-05-01T01:28:39Z")
Have always heard to create equilateral triangle from speaker to speaker to listing spot. was reading Jim Smith’s book and he preaches a ratio of .83. what is all your experiences? Thank you --- ## [So YouTube Music is dead then...?](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/so-youtube-music-is-dead-then/36884)
**Author:** [@alexreusch](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/alexreusch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2024, 8:38pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/so-youtube-music-is-dead-then/36884 "2024-03-11T20:38:04Z")
If YouTube Music had just about 50 people which are gone by now, YouTube Music is dead then… YouTube Music employees are laid off! --- ## [XLR Daisy Chain Box 1 in - 3 out](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/xlr-daisy-chain-box-1-in-3-out/36090)
**Author:** [@Harley\_Quinn](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Harley_Quinn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2023, 8:01am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/xlr-daisy-chain-box-1-in-3-out/36090 "2023-12-19T08:01:34Z")
Hi guys, Can anyone advise me a brand where I can buy High Quality XLR daisy Chain box for Audio Signaling. As I want to get rid of the last RCA audio signaling cables and splitters on bi-amp system and replace it with … [Next page](https://forum.psaudio.com/c/everything-else/systems/74.md?page=1)