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I have "inherited" approx. 600 7" 45 RPMs
Nudaddy,I'm possibly interested in the oldest you have. Ideal would be 1950s stuff, perhaps not in the collection you have.Your idea about posting to your website is good, or even if your website has a link to send email private to you. We could s... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lew,I'll check that out once I get it. Maybe if there is an issue with step up I can go into MM input and have enough gain. I think there is a higher output version of this Stanton, worse case I could search for one of those. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
RaulDear Albertporter: With all respect till today I can't understand why any one invest big big dollars on LOMC cartridges only to degrade its quality performance through a SUT, any SUT at any price.Many ways to skin a cat, LOMC cartridges have f... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm, your comments as well as others is why I purchased it. I have a step up that can provide enough gain so I expect it will do well.The Stanton does not have to compete with my expensive MC carts, it only needs to be good and enjoyable for it t... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
I just located a NOS Stanton 981LZS, made a deal and purchased it. In addition to several moving coil carts, I have the Shure V15VxMR with Jico S.A.S Super Analogue Stylus which I preferred to the original Shure.I'm hoping the Stanton will be anot... 
FORT WORTH , TEXAS
What would be great is if a few of you local guys would attend Lone Star Audio Fest. http://lonestaraudiofest.com/This is scheduled for Dallas, TX. May 4,5 & 6 (2012). Best of all, it's free and very nice local show. We can swap information, p... 
I have "inherited" approx. 600 7" 45 RPMs
Any place I can view titles you have for sale? 
Turntable speed accuracy
Thank you Dover. Bill says the mods should make the transformer, motor and sense coils more reliable (longer life) so even if there is no appreciable performance upgrade it's still a worthwhile venture.If it sounds better I'll be doing the victory... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Dover,Considering the shipping risk and time needed to get in line at Music Technology I don't have that luxury. Should I be worried about the electronics mods?The oil and paper is the only change since my MK3 has already had every possible electr... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Lewm,Are you in contact with Bill regarding the modifications on MK3? 
Tube amp repair in DFW
I have two tech that are capable of this work, I have no way to look up your email address now that Audiogon has disconnected that feature.Go to http://www.albertporterphoto.com/ and email me, I'll forward you the info and telephone numbers. If it... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Mmakshak,The plinth is important in that it provides a solid platform for the powerful DD motor to operate without vibration or oscillation. I had one direct drive table here that was so light it almost sounded digital. You are correct that what a... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Unoear:No, I did not get a chance to try a Timeline with Rockport Sirius lll while it was here last year. However; Tim Sheridan, was here late last year for a visit before I shipped the Rockport to its new home...where it joined a few other Rockpo... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Lewm posted:Albert, EMI picked up by the cartridge from the L07D motor was rumored to be an issue. It seemed improbable to me, because the platter and mat constitute two solid slabs of stainless steel which ought to afford some decent shielding. N... 
Turntable speed accuracy
Unoear ask:why do you think that the NVS was not up to task? ... It appears that is not an issue with the quality of the mains being presented to the motor controller; otherwise, I guess that Technics Mk3 would also have an issue...what do you thi...