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| Do I need a preamplifier If you don't need the added functionality that a full-function preamp would provide (tape outputs, balance control, mono switch, etc.), my feeling would be that you don't need one.If your power amp includes a volume control, it essentially incorpo... | |
| Looking for a great el34 based amp Marantz 2's. :)Just two problems -- availability and price.Regards,-- Al | |
| analog newbie question If I correctly interpret the specs that I see on the web for the SmartPhono, in the moving magnet position it applies a 47K load to the cartridge, and in the moving coil position an 800 ohm load. You won't hurt the cartridge either way, but given ... | |
| Are contact treatments worth the money? I use Pro Gold every six months or so. The immediately visible difference that it typically makes is striking, on the brightness of what might have been taken for a reasonably clean surface prior to the application. Seems like a low-cost common se... | |
| How to eliminate FM RF coming thru turntable? I have a 4mv Reference Sonata, which simply says "insensitive to load capacitance," and I suspect the Reference is similar in that respect. Also, your phono cable is very short. Both of these factors suggest that you can feel free to add any reaso... | |
| binding post break in I cleaned the ribbon with a polishing cloth and contact cleanerHmm, was the contact cleaner Pro Gold or something like that, which I think is designed to leave a microscopic residue. I wonder if that's a good idea for a soldered connection -- I do... | |
| Predicting the AGon economy? It may be for the best in the end, if this period enables folks to become more attached to values in life rather than to mere indiscriminate costs and previous discretionary spending habits.Well said!Regards,-- Al | |
| MIT cables and super tweeters Ralph has an excellent paper on the subject at his site:http://www.atma-sphere.com/papers/paradigm_paper2.htmlI have great respect for his writings and his work.I haven't seen enough information, though, to be able to comment on the effects, if an... | |
| How to eliminate FM RF coming thru turntable? Can you tell me exactly what model Grado it is, so I can look up its recommended range of load capacitance. Although many of the Grado's are fairly insensitive to load capacitance, which may be helpful. Also, how long is your phono cable (which ad... | |
| binding post break in Can the WBT's act as a resistor?The solder joints could, if not done properly, and the contact with the cable terminations could, if oxidation, grime, etc. is present.But my instinct, not having seen the work being performed, would be that the num... | |
| Predicting the AGon economy? Good comments by all. I'll add that prices for collectable and specially desirable/rare pieces tend to be driven significantly by overseas buyers. The much weaker dollar, compared to a few years ago, has therefore probably helped support prices fo... | |
| Phono Stage Hum See this recent thread for some ideas about what to try with respect to the radio signals:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?htech&1230309974HTH,-- Al | |
| binding post break in When you did the work, were the tubes in place, or did you first remove them? Actually, in either case perhaps the jostling affected them in some way, especially if they have seen a lot of use.Also, are you sure your cable terminations are clean?B... | |
| What is the best analog sounding CD player $2000 I haven't heard it, but the Doge 6 certainly looks intriguing:http://www.pacificvalve.us/DOGE6.htmlRegards,-- Al | |
| MIT cables and super tweeters Agreed, DrJoe!Best regards,-- Al |