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Ultimate tweak for CD's soInics

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IMHO I have discoveerd what I believe to be the ultimate tweak for revealing the sonics of CD's. It consists of using the well known emerald green permanent marking pen as well as a permanent black marking pen, along with Optrix Spray ($16.95) and Micro Smooth $16.95), both available from Mapleshade (888/236-2733). The process, in ideal order of steps is to first smooth the data side of the CD with Micro Smooth using heavy pressure for at least one minute in each area of the disc (I usually divide the disc into 4 areas). After smoothing of the disc remove the residue of the Micro Smooth by using a wet soft sponge with a few drops of dishwashing detergent and rinsing the disc well with water. Shake the disc vigorously to remove the rinse water and dry the disc with a very soft towel. Next apply the Optrix Spray per the directions on the label. The optrix removes the silicone mold release that coats the disc and leaves a residual layer which is said to reduce laser scatter. The next step is to apply the emerald marker to the edge of the disc, followed by the black marker after the emerald coating has dried. Next use the emerald and black markers on the edges of the center hole in the disc. The final step(s)is to apply the emerald and black markers to the entire area of the bottom (data) side of the disc from the outer edge of the center hole out to the area where the data begins. This requires a very careful and steady hand. It's a good idea to have some Q-tips and fingernail polish remover and kleenix handy, In case you run into the data area you can remove both the emerald and black marker by using a slightly wet Q-tip and Kleenix to remove it, even after it has dried.

Try this with a familiar CD and I believe you will be amazed at the aditional detail you hear that wasn't there before as well as increased dynamics and transients. Optrix & Micro Smooth are sold with a 30 day satisfaction guarantee). I am also a fan of Mapleshade's Ionoclast ($38.50, also sold with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee) which de-staticizes the playing surface of the CD, the effect of which totaly surprised me.

Happy Listening !

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Topic - Ultimate tweak for CD's soInics - pkell44 20:21:09 04/16/07 (75)
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