@slaw - All joking aside (you were joking, weren't you?), my Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Esprit SB is a very musically satisfying table. It's a bit noisy compared to more expensive decks. But with the upgraded Ortofon 2M Blue and an Audio Sensibility phono cable, it is very musical. That said, I've been looking for a new table. But that might also entail an isolation stand or an upgrade to my 3 shelf low-boy audio rack. And if I upgrade the table, I might want an MC phono cartridge, which would necessitate a new phono stage. Maybe I'll just enjoy what I've got for a while..... BTW, I previously had a Basis 1400 Signature, but never actually used it. Bought it while transitioning houses and never set it up. Sold it, and now the darn things have increased in price to the point that I don't want to pay. Before that, Had a Linn Axis and a CJ Walker 55 w/Lustre tonearm. |
@tomic601 - Bob Seger was HUGE when I was in high school. Was never much of a fan myself, but hear it a lot. This one's from a hand-me-down pile I received from a friend of my wife. Its likely going in the "to trade" pile. If it were in better condition, I'd probably keep it after listening to it. There are several over-played hits on this album, but there are also a couple good ones that got a little less airplay. |
I've reached the end! I'm playing the last record from the cull crate. Round II of the great purge has come to an end. Ended up with 105 records coming off the shelf, or out of the excess crate, and headed to my LRS to trade toward quality. Last album from the culling crate: Santana - "Marathon" (go) Not in great condition and I've never been much of a fan. |
@big_greg - Please tell Kevin @uberwaltz that Tom said "Hi!" and "Merry Christmas!" if he's not watching the thread. Also tell him that we miss him around here. |
@spiritofradio - As always, You're Welcome. That's what this thread is all about. Sharing new vinyl recommendations and reminding about older stuff that's worth a re-listen. Happy Christmas Week! |
Dang guys, you're on it tonight... @big_greg - I love Nick Lowe - "The Rose of England". I saw his solo show a few years ago. A blazing 30 song solo set of 2 minute songs without a break. What a hoot! |
@big_greg - The Nick Lowe show was a barn-burner. One of several acts now on my "100 mile" list. If they are playing, within 100 miles, I'm going... I love these kind of "low budget" shows. No frills show. Just the artist. Small theater. Small ticket price! |
@boxer12 - I do need to listen to more of the Lambchop catalog. The only ones I've tried are the ones you've mentioned here over the years. Thanks for the reminder. |
@sbank - Thanks Spencer! That is really cool. Not something you see very often. |
@noromance - Good on you! Treat that Billy Bragg record with some respect! The copy I just purchased at Plaid Room Records is a cutout and has a gold promo stamp on it. The Hollies, Pete Townshend and Daniel Lanois records are also promo. Someone must have been shopping at a radio station ex-inventory sale... |
@tomic601 - Ride on Brother! Good on you. Hills change everything! I rode my first century tour since 1989 last Saturday down in Maysville, KY. 102 miles w/6500+ feet of climbing. Fortunately, I did train pretty well, so it went really well. Looks like I should break my goal of 2000 miles by next weekend. At least I've salvaged something out of 2020....... |
@tomic601 - Did someone say "culling"? One of my favorite sports...... I was a year early on the start of my culling. Would have been a great lockdown activity..... The good news is I have not dug myself back into the same hole.... yet. Everything still fits into my 8 bin IKEA rack. Well, except for the stuff in milk crates in the storage room, but that's a different story. |
Received a couple of very thoughtful gift LPs for Christmas. David Gray - "Mutineers" John Prine - "Fair and Square" Saw both artists live, with my wife, when they were promoting these 2 releases. Both were fantastics shows. Won’t be able to listen until we return home from visiting the In-Laws in Clemson, SC. I’ll have something to look forward to when I return... |
@sbank - Thanks for the kudos from "Mrs. Bent" Tina. BTW, Reubent is actually Reuben T. (Thomas) Turner. That make her..... Tina Turner! She's a lucky woman! |
@sourpuss123 - Just before Christmas I went into a LRS - Spiral Groove Records - Milford, OH with a few things to trade. Walked out with both of The Stone Roses LPs. They were a bit pricey at $32.99 and $34.99, but they are both Imports from The EU, so there is a premium on the price. But I've been a fan since the beginning, have both on CD, but was really happy to pick them up on vinyl. |
