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Michael Fremer's record cleaning process....
Slaw - yes, you really made a difference. Have you thought about making a difference in some other forum? 
Michael Fremer's record cleaning process....
Well spoken Dr. Astor. 
best value current production tonearm
McBud - Thanks for the suggestions. The mods to my [early] TNT include a total scrapping of the old plinth and suspension. The plinth is a small solid acrylic platform that rests on 3 tall cones (that bearing "cup" is pretty long). The original TN... 
best value current production tonearm
I might need to try the Trans-fi in my system. I don't use the modded TNT much. That is a decent candidate for a change. Any outlets in the states? 
best value current production tonearm
I might beg to differ with your opinion Pani. Doesn't make us enemies, just different opinions (and probably different experiences). IMO, Rega isn't anywhere near the same league as a Jelco SA-750. The best Rega, even modified, isn't there. IMO, t... 
best value current production tonearm
I agree with Pbnaudio. The Jelco SA-750 arms (you pick the length) are hands down best buys, best bang for the buck. 
How do you respond to this question?
I listen to vinyl because.... because... 42. 
Feedback on Monster Alpha 2 Cartridge
Cmalak - yes. 
Feedback on Monster Alpha 2 Cartridge
An AT OC9/II will smoke it for well-under $400 (on current sale). 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
BTW, I have not heard a London/Decca cartridge so I can't comment on how it sounds. (I want to hear it.) 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
IMO, and this is ONLY my opinion (not stating as fact), is that there is not any advantage to a SUT in the better phono stages. My preference is the MC input rather than an SUT into a MM input. As far as I'm concerned, SUT / MM input combo is only... 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
Ihcho, I think Keith Herron will configure a VTPH-2 for 2 mm inputs, but there isn't much demand for that kind of configuration. 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
The Herron VTPH-2 has enough gain for a 0.1mV cart. 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
Herron VTPH-2 has both MM and MC. It also has external connectors for MC load adjustment. No SUT on the MC side. 
What after a Lyra Delos, if any ?
Oregonpapa, I am VERY interested in your results with the ART-9. Please start a new thread with your ART-9 impressions.What is the rest of your system?