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LP playback is lacking - any ideas?

I looking for ideas to improve my vinyl playback. I have a vpi 19 jr. with a Linn Akito arm and Benz Glider cartridge.
The phono pre-amp is an audio research ph-3. The sound I get is congested and i don't know why. I'm to sort of 'open up' the sound more. Any ideas folks?
rtaylor
audibleguy
147 posts
 
Want to really get the most from your turntable,install an Express Machining Heavyweight onto your tonearm. It will transform your setup to a higher standard.
wda
37 posts
 
Cartridge mis-alignment in the headshell can create some of the problems you mention..is the Benz properly set up? Are you the original owner of the Akito? Could be some problems there...can't hurt to check. Good Luck!
su2618
31 posts
 
Get rid of the turntable and buy a Linn Sondek LP 12. End of problem.
sugarbrie
3,854 posts
 
Are you using power conditioning? Dirty power can muddy sound.
fletchj
91 posts
 
Standing waves(bass) can make a system sound lifeless,small, congested. The gear you have is capable of at least 80%, of state of the art performance, if properly set up. Tube traps would be the fix, for that problem. DIY traps are very easy to make.
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