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balanced output VPI
I looked up your preamp and Riffer is correct, you will need to construct a special RCA to RCA cable. This is clearly explained with a explicit drawing in the manual. 
balanced output VPI
Mordante, the process described by Atmasphere requires that the output end of your phono RCA cable be reterminated with a XLR output. The turntable connection does not change, but you may want to add another ground post wire to allow a separate le... 
DIY Powercord
Loctite or a small lock washer under the head of the screw. 
balanced output VPI
You will need to replace the existing VPI RCA terminal junction box with a VPI XLR terminal box and add a pair of XLR cables to connect to your phono stage's XLR input. I believe that the dip switch on the back of your phono stage just activates t... 
Label protector for steam cleaning on VPI 16.5?
TTWeights sells exactly wat you are looking for http://www.ttweights.com/catalog/item/6797177/6712336.htm 
Pro-Ject Xtension 10 Evolution v VPI Classic 1
That's why we have choices...not everyone will agree on what is best, therefore, trust your own ears, listen to as many tables as possible and start buying vinyl. 
12.12.12 concert
I recorded all 4 1/2 hour of the broadcast but I missed Paul McCartney and Nirvana, how were they?? Roger Waters had assembled some of the best musicians for sure, the guy on lead guitar and the drummer absolutely rocked! 
best internet radio ?
Logitech has discontinued the Squeezebox line, but some dealers still have remaining stock on the Squeezebox Touch. Awesome unit and very easy to use. You can even output the data stream to an outboard dac for greater fidelity. 
Changing the listener's ear position
I like to listen with my mouth wide open to increase bass perception :-)Although I do not dispute your claim, I draw the line at wearing one of those dog cones you get from the vet. 
Please critique my Delphi set up, bass not right
The Oracle is a Welterweight not a Heavyweight. Fast, agile, quick, but lacks power and punch. Before doing any equipment changes, play around with tonearm's VTA and VTF to see if you can achieve a more bass without sacrificing treble extension. 
David Wilson must be a little annoyed...
Absolute Sound...just one magazine's opinion. Too big and too heavy for my room anyway. 
tube dac
CD players that use a tubed output stage will have the greatest impact on sound. Some players will have a tube placed in a non critical part of the circuit path for the purpose of marketing. 
Are Monoblocks better than Multi-channeled amps??
There are some VERY nice sounding integrated amps on the market, BUT typically, integrated amps within the same manufacture’s line-up can be bettered by their separate stereo or mono block brethren. 
Atma-Sphere S-30 MK3
Sabai, if your S-30 is brand new, what you are experiencing is the amp breaking-in. The sound will open up, get less harsh and have better bass as the electronic components settle in. Be patient, it only gets better. 
VPI Classic 3
Stringreen, I have both the VPI Classic and TriPlaner arm. Yes, both good arms, I just like the TriPlaner better but I do go back and forth between them.