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Difference Virtual Dynamics Nite 2 and Master
I would try option A first. You should also try option C. Master direct into AC outlet skipping the conditioner. I found that I got better results by bypassing my Shunyata Hyrda. 
Who is Nick Doshi?
Nick,what are your product offerings and ballpark prices? 
Airtangent vs Kuzma airline
Thomas,What happened to your TW Acustics Raven???? 
Cables for CAT JL2 - is Purist non-silver enough?
Samclark,I use the Cat ultimate and JL-2. I use Virtual Dynamics throughout and I'm extemely happy with them. A couple of points to add. 1) I agree that the transparency and dynamics of CAT equipment really let through what the cable is capable, o... 
VD Revelation vs Stereovox and soundstage
I used to use SR Designers Ref X2 w/Active shielding. The VD Master and Revelation are better in all respects. Defintely a step change better. 
VD Revelation vs Stereovox and soundstage
I agree with the comments above. Especially Fplanner200's 3 cautionary statments...long break-in time being very true. I also would agree that the signature version is a masterpiece and better than the regular revelation. Hard to imagine for a rev... 
Teres, Galibier and Redpoint
Dan,Congrats. Great decision on the Galibier and Triplanar. 
Choosing a turntable....
I would go with a Mambo and Moerch DP-6. You will not see the bass and clarity the table is capable of with an SME. I think you'll get a lot more solidity, focus and clarity with the Mambo compared to the VPI. Clearaudio is also on the slow and op... 
Airtangent vs Kuzma airline
Whart,Nice choice! Let us know how it compares to the Triplanar 7.Thanks,Andrew 
Teres, Galibier and Redpoint
Dan, Thom,Thank you for sharing your observations on arm and cartridge comparisons. They seem very much in line with comments made earlier by Dougdeacon and Cello. Although it will be interesting to hear your thoughts with a proper mass Schroeder.... 
Teres, Galibier and Redpoint
Dan,Sounds like it was quite the experience. The rains up north were serious.You listened to two of the finest TT's. Their high mass, solid design and excecution should should create many similarities as you noted. The fun part is that you're pick... 
Teres, Galibier and Redpoint
Thom,That sounds great. Looks like you covered all of the key bases. I'm looking forward to the report from Dan. Sorry I couldn't make it this time.Andrew 
Teres, Galibier and Redpoint
Dan,I hope you had a chance to compare the Triplanar to the Schroeder Ref!Andrew 
Tracking Force Gauges
Guys,Thanks. I ordered one a couple of weeks ago but haven't received it yet. I'm glad that everyone is happy with it. I like the fact that its range is only 5g, its accurate, and non magnetic.QUESTION:Many have said that it's important to measure... 
Transfiguration Orpheus - Has anyone tried it ?
All,The Orpheus was also reviewed in a German mag called Image HiFi. Bob Clark of Profundo, the US Distributor, plans to translate the review and make it available.Andrew