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    [FS] Quad ESL63s

    I’m in Cheshire. Both boxed speakers do just about fit into the car, so I would be prepared to travel to deliver them to a fishie.
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    [FS] Quad ESL63s

    A pre-weekend bump for the ESL63S. I'd consider a decent pre-amplifier as a swap, with cash either way depending on relative value. Probably not Naim though, given the need for DIN cables.
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    [FS] Quad ESL63s

    TTT
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    [FS] Quad ESL63s

    I’m putting my Quad ESL63s up for sale. I have owned these magnificent speakers since 2003, and they have genuinely transformed the way I listen to and understand music, and have been the foundation of many long listening sessions, deep into the night on occasion! Well recorded music can become...
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    Telescope recommendation for teenager (astronomy)

    Fantastic views of Saturn, Titan and Rhea during last night and tonight!
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    Telescope recommendation for teenager (astronomy)

    This link does show what to expect to see through different telescopes, for various objects, but the UK weather can make observing frustrating and challenging. Have you thought about having a holiday in Spain or Portugal, in a place set up for astronomy - the equipment should be high quality and...
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    RCA - XLR cables

    Just back from a trek to Ipswich to pick up the speakers, and have set them up temporarily to check that they are working OK; So far, very good - they are quite different to the ESL63s behind them (!), and I think I am already hearing deeper into the mix - but I may be imagining that to...
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    RCA - XLR cables

    Yes, I’m hoping that they are good. I must say that ATC have been extraordinarily helpful in giving me details of service work done once they know the serial numbers. Thanks for the advice on cables, and for Alex’s offer - I will go and show some support to my nearest studio gear shop.
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    RCA - XLR cables

    I have an incoming pair of actives speakers (ATC SCM 20-2), and will need to connect to them using an RCA - XLR cable. Any recommendations for a high quality, reasonable value cable, of 1.5 - 2m length? Is an RCA - XLR adapter, followed by an XLR cable, also a viable option?
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    ATC SCM20-2 actives

    Yes, I'm sure you're right, but it is good to know the costs of servicing and upgrades directly from ATC. By the way, it was ATC that mentioned possible reconing of the bass/mid drivers, and they also said that they those drivers might need to be replaced if they had developed any rust.
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    ATC SCM20-2 actives

    ATC have just given me some info - they date from November/December 2002, so are almost 21 years old. They mentioned that a full amp recap, reconing of bass/mid drivers, and replacement of tweeters should be expected at this stage. Could be expensive! EDIT; ATC have kindly given an estimate for...
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    ATC SCM20-2 actives

    Looks like a clean pair of ATC SCM20-2; https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266366898502?mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&siteid=0&customid=link&campid=5338728743&toolid=20001&mkevt=1 I guess they must be about 18 or 19 years old, based on the serial numbers, and hence would probably benefit from a...
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    Anyone a dual national?

    Thanks - that's very helpful. We're looking at places in Guangdong that are not too far from Hong Kong, such as Zhongshan, where several of my wife's relatives already live. I'll have to sharpen up my mahjong play if we do it!
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    Anyone a dual national?

    May I ask if you use your Irish passport for your Chinese visa because of any advice received on which passport to use? I’m asking because I also hold UK and Irish passports, and am thinking seriously of living in China for the next few years (for family reasons).
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    Action Art Splash Art Abstract Expressionism

    They don't look similar at all, frankly, and the technique is completely different.


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