Uninsulated copper wire would oxidize on its surface, to copper oxide, which is an inferior conductor compared to pure copper. But who uses bare wire? Teflon coated copper should remain free of oxidation for many years. Other, looser types of insulation might not prevent oxidation. Silver oxide, in contrast, is just as good a conductor as pure silver. No worries about its oxidizing.
Fully upgraded Rega P3 vs P8
Once again, I'm seeking advice from you guys. I want to first say that I really appreciate all the helpful suggestions I've received here. I don't really participate much except to ask questions but I'm just eager to learn.
I have a Rega P3 with pretty much all the upgrades:
external power supply upgrade
white belt
groove tracer reference subplatter
groove tracer delrin platter
groove tracer counterweight
Apheta 2 cartridge (I got this at an incredible discount so I couldn't resist)
First I should say I realize I should have saved my money on all the upgrades and bought a higher end tt to begin with but the P3 was my first serious tt and the upgrades were part of my journey
I have a feeling that with all the upgrades I have met and perhaps surpassed the performance of the P6. I'm wondering if going to a P8 on an RP8 would yield a significant upgrade? I realize that my table is outmatched by my cart. I'm loving the sound right now and I don't have the itch to upgrade.... yet. I'm just curious to see what folks think?
thanks so much
I have a Rega P3 with pretty much all the upgrades:
external power supply upgrade
white belt
groove tracer reference subplatter
groove tracer delrin platter
groove tracer counterweight
Apheta 2 cartridge (I got this at an incredible discount so I couldn't resist)
First I should say I realize I should have saved my money on all the upgrades and bought a higher end tt to begin with but the P3 was my first serious tt and the upgrades were part of my journey
I have a feeling that with all the upgrades I have met and perhaps surpassed the performance of the P6. I'm wondering if going to a P8 on an RP8 would yield a significant upgrade? I realize that my table is outmatched by my cart. I'm loving the sound right now and I don't have the itch to upgrade.... yet. I'm just curious to see what folks think?
thanks so much