anthonya

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Looking for some help with my TT journey.. Records are looping..
check vta, azimuth and read soundsmith how to set antiskate for a start. assuming that the tonearm bearing is healthy..if still similar issue the suspension is not healthy. try another newer cart  
LYRA DELOS CARTRIDGE TOO BRIGHT, THIN AND SHRILL SOUNDING
@clearthinkermy buddy is also agent for a few big high end brands.. same thing can sound totally different with different venue and owner . I often tag along as a 2nd ear to setup.. distributor and customer relationship is important. what work or ... 
LYRA DELOS CARTRIDGE TOO BRIGHT, THIN AND SHRILL SOUNDING
well tt is like that.. the more high end the more work  skill, required to make it sounds optimum. also same with speakers. if can setup high end stuff and make it sound good.. then no problem setting up cheap stuff and make it sound good but not ... 
LYRA DELOS CARTRIDGE TOO BRIGHT, THIN AND SHRILL SOUNDING
tt81 is ok... go look it up in buyee200 300 ish good condition. I just bought 2 for my friends  
LYRA DELOS CARTRIDGE TOO BRIGHT, THIN AND SHRILL SOUNDING
delos is what op described and also require quite substantial burn in like all mc.  and you need a warmer turntable and system to complement it well.. it's very open and sharp thus very picky to setup and system matching.  very narrow margin of se... 
Next step in Turntable
try jvc tt81 101 with ua7045its magic with Mc. I tried with Lyra, audio technica. super crazy good with Mc It's perform right with the very best tt. and so. easy to setup  
Stylus Cleaning Rituals
always have a good bright light stand that illuminate the stylus and look closer to eye level. it's surprising how much dirt can be in the records. it will known with experience which cleaning way is easier for that given time. 
Stylus Cleaning Rituals
problem with Lyra solution and stuff like that it have too much sticky surfactant it can goop up dust if there is too much residue. and the dirt and residue slowly worked up the cantilever over time. and can even make the washi paper more dirty. t... 
Stylus Cleaning Rituals
bluetak.brush like artist brush.. dirt sometime micro hairs move above the stylus... once a while 30 percent alcohol solution if accidently goop upmost importantly a clean vinyl and carbon brush always work under a bright light so visibility is good 
Tonearm sugestion
I got 121a luxman.. it sound awesome with fidelity research fr24. if you need a mid compliance. it's often said it's as good as the Graham phantom. and it's easy to install with luxman. and very reasonably priced. I love it and it's my favourite s... 
SOTA NOVA, HR-X VPI, Technics 1200G recommendations?
lucky me u said that..@chakster. nearly bought the cu platter lol thanks 
Bin dug noisy records. Does it diminish your enjoyment?
certainly more fun than file or cd.finding out ways to clean themsearching through a pile. of vinyl from bulk purchase and round a few gem try to bring it back to liveIt's a hobby within a hobby  
SOTA NOVA, HR-X VPI, Technics 1200G recommendations?
I think that's why luxman pd 121a I'm using sound so different from rest of dd. the speed control. is soso.. but the platter is thick and heavy. and somewhat more quiet..quite a shocker when the result is very natural highly detailed and round.. e... 
SOTA NOVA, HR-X VPI, Technics 1200G recommendations?
ceramic mat from audio technica Wil prolly be very bad right.  
SOTA NOVA, HR-X VPI, Technics 1200G recommendations?
I'm using cork and rubber now.so it's worthwhile to get the copper 'Matt' for all direct drives or just sp 10? or can I use carbon Matt?