benjie

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Purchasing vinyl online
Go to  https://store.acousticsounds.com/    they have everything you'll want. 
Dbx encoded discs
I am using the DBX NX40 decoder. Nice small unit. I run it through the tape loop from my pre amp. I disconnect the cables from my reel to reel and connect the NX40. Fast and easy. 
Dbx encoded discs
@jcipaleI own about 50 of these albums. They are truly amazing. The sound is spectacular. It is a shame they stopped producing these DBX recordings. The cd was the major contributor to its downfall. At that time in the early 80's all of the buzz w... 
End-Game RCM thoughts/advice
If you don't want to spend the time cleaning your records, here is another option. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKT5fvJ_otk&feature=youtu.be&t=1h2m45s  
Replacing capacitors in Dalquist DQ-10 Speakers
www.regnar.com is what you are looking for. They have everything you need for your DQ-10's 
Need input
WOW, he gave you a great deal on the deck. You will enjoy it. Reel to Reels are complex machines but easy to operate and record with. You asked above about how it might effect your vinyl record experience, it will only add to your enjoyment. Recor... 
Need input
You are in for a real treat if he plays master tapes for you. You will hear open reel to reel music in all its glory. Get ready to be amazed ! 
Need input
Buy it ! It's a good deck. The most important parts have been replaced. That is a small investment for a big return in sound quality. If you don't buy it give me the guys number. 
Curious record side labeling
@johntoYes it is available in the sequencing that you want. Keep the version that you have though, it is an original pressing. Here is a link to purchase. https://www.musicdirect.com/vinyl/the-who-tommy-vinyl-2lp                                I ... 
Strange film on new records.
@terry9 I have also tried VersaClean, with scrubbing and in my ultrasonic. I thought for sure that this would be the answer to remove this stuff. Did not work :-( 
Strange film on new records.
@politics_junkieI have had the same problem with a few new records. I tried everything that you have as stated above including steam. It is a pressing defect and it can not be fixed or removed. Return the records and get new ones. 
A Worthwhile Untrasonic Cleaner
@anovakI have a question about your formula above. You stated to add an additional 200ml of IPA (91%) to the tank before starting the cleaning process. That's a little more than 6.5 oz, seem like a lot for a 5 qt tank of solution. Is that correct? 
A Worthwhile Untrasonic Cleaner
@uberwaltzI could not agree with you more on the importance of heating the water during the ultrasonic cleaning process. It just offers so much more of a cleaning advantage over cold water. It enhances the process especially on older used records.... 
A Worthwhile Untrasonic Cleaner
You can keep saying it but it doesn’t make it true. Plain distilled water does not clean oil, grease or dirt from the record surface or the record groove. As for the all powerful Klaudio machine, it’s 40 khz. That’s nothing special. The only thing... 
A Worthwhile Untrasonic Cleaner
@williewonka OPI am using an iSonic P4875, it is an commercial quality machine. Its a 35 Khz frequency at 165 watts. 3 industrial grade stack transducers with individual control PCB for unmatched cleaning power. The tank is nice and wide at 9.5 in...