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Magico A3 vs. Joseph Audio Perspective vs. Spendor D9
Has anyone came across the output impedance and or dampening factor of  the Line Magnetic 805ia.Also has any one came across impedance values, curves, phase angles for the Magico A3's. Maybe I am looking in the wrong places;  all I have been able ... 
Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
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Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
http://www.vinyllpcare.com/handling-careInfo outlined below is from the above referenced web site. Another approach to handling the record while removing or placing in sleeve.Never touch the vinyl surface with any part of your finger or handThere ... 
Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
Records being handled at pressing plant(s)www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=dEm%2fMvwR&id=EB8EE6FC1D51ECD211E749C18EB1161D...www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=mGyCjesT&id=C6A2A5F431D327D0923A9502B803EA6BDE..... 
Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
@ sleepwalkerWearing gloves allows me to get a better grip on the record by grasping beyond  the edge a little. Not sure how this contact is any more degrading to the record than the contact of the brush on a record during a wet washor the vacuum ... 
Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
I am not sure there's a right or wrong here. I wear white gloves because it  allows me to place a more secure grip on the record by being able to touch more then just the very edge of the record.  This is especially handy when using one hand to ho... 
Starting a second system
Decware Zen Tori Jr (or Zen Tori II) 20 or 25 watt (Jupiter Bees wax Cryo Treated Caps used thru out. I would ask to upgrade to Jupiter Copper/Wax Paper Caps.http://www.decware.com/newsite/TORIIJR.htmlGibbon 3XL (with or without stands) 92dB / 8 O... 
Tube amplifier bad caps
@hitman_hifi Refer to your description of fault symptoms:Hmm...now I'm second guessing. A lot of uncertainty as I've been told it's definitely the filter caps. However, the amp is not even 10 years old and I've been suspicious of this assessment. ... 
Help me choose a speaker match for my Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp under $10K
@freesole  @Ramtubes It would be my recommendation to listen very closely to what Ramtubes has to say. I believe Ramtubes is Roger Modjeski, Engineer and owner of Music Reference Amps, which are some of the most respected amps in the business. You... 
Help me choose a speaker match for my Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp under $10K
Although I am sure the Magico is a great speaker, the impedance load / curve, sensitivity, phase angle, etc is not the best choice for that amp.I understand that the crossover is essentially a modified 4th order, which translates to very power hun... 
Help me choose a speaker match for my Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp under $10K
You may want to phone Pearl to insure they have the speaker your interested in on hand.The Devore O/96 is the only speaker in the Devore line they have on hand currently.Good luck with your speaker selection. 
Help me choose a speaker match for my Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp under $10K
I agree with Crisg1000Although not on the top of my list, the D7 is a better match for your amp then the D9.  I would pair it with a very good powered subwoofer.Most speakers I listed above are designed to mate with SET amps.First order x-over, be... 
Help me choose a speaker match for my Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp under $10K
Not sure of room size, placement, etc, or type of music listened to, but the below listed speakers will work very well with your Line Magnetic Integrated_____________________________________________http://www.coincidentspeaker.com/super-victory-II... 
Which integrated amp for better musicality - Parasound Hint vs Primaluna vs ???
There are a couple of Audio Research Integrated Amp options you may want to consider. Both are above your budget off the shelf new. but sell in the 4500.00 to 5000.00 range used.I have not heard either of these integrated amps, but based on other ... 
Which integrated amp for better musicality - Parasound Hint vs Primaluna vs ???
@waltersalas Have you ever had the bottom panel removed to view the circuit. Would like to know what type of coupling caps are used and if the same cap is used in the signal path. Also would like to know the capacitive value of the filter cap and ...