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Tweaks that work? (yes very subjective topic)
@skypunk @tablejockey has given you sound advice. A dedicated phono preamp is a must IMO. It should never be an after thought. It handles the most delicate signal.  
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@ebm I hear you. I've been back & forth on this brand for some time. That's part of the reason. The other part is that I have spoken to the "turkey" before and came away unimpressed then. Even so, I don't want to be unfair  which is why I woul... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
OK, it will be one week tomorrow since I first contacted the dealer for a Primaluna Dialogue Premium Power amp. I didn’t want to mention the brand because now you should Know the dealer. As I said earlier, I do not want to cause a business undue t... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@stereo5   There is no trolling. The only deception you faced was your own. I had told you why I hadn't named the dealer and that I had not got a picture of the blemish despite asking for one. That's why I asked if you guys had read my posts. I su... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@stereo5  @ebm  et alDo you guys EVER read the posts? How can I give you a picture when I don't have one? That's part of my complaint. As far as brand name needed, I don't buy it. I was born at night but not last night. Of course I understand the ... 
Has Anyone Placed Power Conditioner On Its Face with the Power Outlets Facing Up?
@erik_squires Apparently I didn't understand your 1st post. Your last one says, The reason a transformer hums has to do with the quality of the AC, and it's internal construction.   If this is the case than it makes no difference how the box is ... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@michaela That’s one reason. But another is that I don’t want to bring disrepute to the dealer ...at least, not at this point. The poor service may be due to this silly shut down. I don’t know for sure. I'd rather let this play out before calling ... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
OK guys. I was planning on making them an offer. I was juts trying to determine what amount. I was in business most all my life so I I don't begrudge a man his pay.  At this point, I have doubts about the amp...or should I say the dealer. I called... 
Has Anyone Placed Power Conditioner On Its Face with the Power Outlets Facing Up?
@erik_squires Can you elaborate about the laminations?@millercarbonI'm concerned that the heavy transformer will vibrate. I suspect they have ssome kind of damping to keep vibrationat a minimum when resting on its botttom. But what happens when th... 
Has Anyone Placed Power Conditioner On Its Face with the Power Outlets Facing Up?
I would be careful, as the product designer probably didn’t think of that. :) Thanks @erik_ This was my thinking also. Obviously there is more stress on the cabinet. Will that stress cause the transformer to buzz or hum? Probably one of those u... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
@corelli @itsjustme then I’ve always thought 10-12% off to be the norm discount on prime products.I know this isn’t set in stone. But what is "normal" ? Here’s the question I asked. What is so vague about that? Not a poor question. Here’s the ans... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
Wow! I don't know whether to take most of these seriously. Then too, I tend to think that some offers are an insult which seems to go against the grain here too. FWIW the amp is a S'phile class A. I can't imagine them giving 40% off. I was thinkin... 
I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile
@edcynGot it. complete with booklet. NM Doesn't look like its ever been played.Carmen - L’orchestre Et Choeurs De L’opera-Comique Paris Cond Albert Wolff https://www.discogs.com/Georges-Bizet-Composer-Albert-Wolff-Conductor-Ch%C5%93urs-Du-Th%C3%A9... 
I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile
Audiophile is a cruddy word! There is nothing wrong with the term "Audiophile". The problem is how it has been corrupted! IE, If I went to a racing forum, I would not consider myself a racer just because I drive a car. In the same vain, If I went... 
I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile
@jbrrp1   I hope you are not faced with such! No I am not. My wife is pretty reasonable. Both of us are pretty frugal but I spend more because I can always justify it & I have more hobbies. I'm trying to justify a new amp now, even though ...