4yanx

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Schroeder Model 2
I, too, heard a Schroeder2 and loved it. It was beyond my budget, though, and I was forced to pass. Know you will contiune to enjoy that arm. 
Album which you have listened to most?
Only three? No promises! :-) You ask for LP’s that engender an emotional; response and I could list a hundred. How about three from each of several separate categories? Even at that it is damn hard and I will leave out many –depends on the mood as... 
Is there a statistics of ...
BRANDS only, no models. I suspect that none of mine will even rank in the top ten, but it sure do sound good!(1) Source: analog,(table/arm/cartridge)- Nottingham/Origin Live/Shelter; digital - Sony; tuner - vintage Sony with superb Don Scott mods(... 
Awesome LP finds..at least for me
For those that do enjoy threads of this ilk, there about five posted per day on the AA site. 
Help with Kora Explorer
Contact Joe at JCAudio (jcaudio.com). He can answer any Kora-related question or guide you to the appropriate source. 
ZYX RS series cartridges?
I've heard the upper end and they are fabulous. Would also have interest in hearig how the pickups you mention perform. 
Record-playing Rituals?
I will admit to clicking my heels and always use the Zerostat between the clicks to negate static buildup from my carpeted floor after having "shot" the LP. 
Poco "Legend" half-speed MFSL vinyl
I, too, largely prefer my original pressing "Legend" to the MFSL that I later sold. In general, I find that MFSL LP's do not measure up to first pressings of the same LP, but there are exceptions (Little Feat's "Waiting for Columbus among them). I... 
Back into vinyl - part 1
To each his or her own with respect to the path taken, as long as the destination is enjoyable music. 
How Much To Rival Good Digital Playback
Bld63, I guess from living in the Bay Area, Ca (used vinyl mecca) and from being able to find what I can't find in my usual local haunts from about 50 on-line providers, I've become spoiled. I've seldom had trouble finding the vinyl I've sought at... 
How Much To Rival Good Digital Playback
I will agree with you on one thing, Pbb. If you do not currently have LP's, or only a few, it will cost you quite a bit to build a record collection. If one already has a ton-o-CD's this is another concern. OTOH, the cost of MOST vinyl will run yo... 
Need help with Ortofon stylus force gauge
The Ortofon gauge shipped with my Illustrious I consider a novelty item. :-) It is cute, but not too accurate by my estimation. My Shure was with 0.05 gr when compared with my friend's Winds gauge, but the Ortofon weighed 0.2 gr heavier than the S... 
Harmonic Tech AC-11/Mccormack DNA225/Adcom gfp-750
I've had extremely good results with my DNA-225 using an Audience Power Chord. I tried some more expensive cords, too, but didn't hear any significant difference. A winner for the DNA-225, IMHO. 
Vinyl Liquid Dispenser
I've said this time and again, and will yet again! :-) I agree with Steve and others - Record Research Labs fluids are the best for leaving no sonic signature and, as Steve points out, there is seldom need for multiple rinses as with some other pr... 
Recommended preamp for McCormack DNA-125??
Just a short addition. I used a Bent Audio passive with my DNA-225, liked it very much, but parted with it for reasons other than the pairing with the DNA-225. BTW, I liked the Bent better than the Placette. Also, do not forget the McCormack passi...