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What is the average lifespan of a phono cartridge?
This is a great question. I began buying classic used cartridges ten years ago when a new cartridge I just bought disintegrated as I was installing it. It just fell apart, the body from the mount and the stylus assembly. I always wanted a Koetsu P... 
Magico Q7 . . . wow
I have to laugh about "how boring". They produced solo piano better than any other room. I think the MBLs would have edged out the Magicos in the same size room but then you would need a higher level Magico to properly compare. They really are goo... 
Acoustic Signature turntables
OK Dave,Here's the link, go to CES series two, second video down I think.http://www.avshowromms.com.It's real good.Peter B. 
Acoustic Signature turntables
We have a video of Gunther from Acoustic Signature at CES this year that is going up next week. He talks about all the models and the design principals. It's very good and he explains the tables well.Peter, avshowrooms.com 
Rockport Sirius III & Micro Seiki 8000 comparison
Dear Thuchan, I was as disappointed as you when the thread was hijacked. I thought you put a lot of think power into the thread. I took time to think through my ratings for they are from an expert such as yourself 
Rockport Sirius III & Micro Seiki 8000 comparison
Thuchan, well put on your above post regarding the magazines. That's why I started AVShowrooms... to do video reports so you can see how we set up, integrate into our systems and test equipment. Plus, we'll have video share pages where you can upl... 
When to get your amp up graded caps ???
The ten-ten-ten rule applies here. If your amp is over ten years old, it's time to think about a recap. If it's another ten years old it's time to recap, no thinking about it. If it's yet another ten years old, think Russian Roulette, 3 chambers l... 
Jadis amps and pre-amps still competitive?
I find the JA-500 to be very competitive with today's uber designs. The one I have is well maintained. It has been taken care of by DaHong Seetoo for most of its adult life. It does not sound "tuby" by any means. It is a very magical amplifier, an... 
Goldmund Reference Turntable ?
I've been testing a Studio/T3 for 3 years and while I'll not admit that it's a snap to set a cartridge up, I'll say that once so done the result is pure holographic. I mean- reach out and touch Mikes Davis, while the acoustic pressurizes the room.... 
Need help C-J monoblock LP-140M with Siemens CCa
I saw someone post about the dreaded "hand oil". Sorry to say but this is a load of crapola. I have tubes ranging from WE212E that will remove you finger prints if you touch them hot to a gazillion 6550s in the CJ and jadis JA-500. In no case have... 
Krell Home Schooling Anyone ? Need a Tutorial...
I am going to review the big Krell Evo Monos. They are due for delivery the second week of July. The intro to the review will include a synopsis of the great Krells of the past- the pluses and the minuses. I'll be posting video of schlepping the b... 
Why do old tubes sound better than current tubes?
I also believe the tide has turned in favor of the new tubes. You can get on the boards and read all you want about the "Holy Grail" tubes of yesteryear but I gotta tell ya, many of the new tubes are simply fantastic. I'll be reporting on this sub... 
Magico q5 vs. m5
This was a public demo and not under controlled or familiar conditions. Please consider this tidbit: the Magico's had a freedom from “box” coloration that was memorable. Think electrostatic. I don't believe there is any speaker that offers the hol... 
Magico q5 vs. m5
Let me whet your whistle...The Q5 is 27% larger on the interior, yet far smaller on the outer dimensions. The sound Sat. at Overture was exemplary. One day of set up and the result was exceptional- low or no mid bass coloration. Huge open stage, n... 
Your favorites amplifiers for their visual look ?
There's nothing like a Jadis JA-500! I also agree with the up poster, gotta love those (first) big Krell fins on the KSA/KMA 80/160 200/400 series. Peter