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SOTA reel to reel players
Getting back to the original question; It always amazes me that most of us don't think twice about a cartridge or turntable costing in the thousands, but we are afraid to pay $2500 on a decent professional deck. 
CV181-z's Black Treasures in Cary SLP-05?
Thank you, "letsmakeadeal" for your info regarding the CV-181Z. I have the originals and was wondering if the new "Z" issue was the real deal or not. Having seen both, are the plates that much alike? Or is it just a 6SN7 plate in an ST style glass? 
Albert Porters after market panzerholz plinths
Thank you, Albert. I'm hoping that this thread will get back on track, where we can discuss what you do, which types of wood/finishes are available, and if you have tried various woods, what were the sonic characteristics of each? Thank you. 
Albert Porters after market panzerholz plinths
Which turntable makes/models are covered? 
Still point risers or Racing cones?
IME, Stillpoints alone are a bit hard in the midrange. So I tried placing HRS Nimbus Couplers ($18 each retail?) underneathe them and the midrange harshness was gone. Just something you might want to try if you have Stillpoints and want to tame it... 
Tally up best preamplifier ever
The Dude abides. 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
Blind Faith - "Presence of the Lord"I have finally found a way to liveJust like I never could beforeI know that I don't have much to giveBut I can open any doorEverybody knows the secretEverybody knows the scoreI have finally found a way to liveIn... 
MFSL Super Deep Cleaner or Enzyme?
Mobile Fidelity Sound Labs "Plus" enzyme cleaning solution has been improved and the new formula will be available at Music Direct soon. 
CRT front projectors
Some of us prefer hi-rez CRT projectors, just as some prefer tubes over solid state. The NEC set up/service manual is a great suggestion. 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
"Presense of the Lord" Blind Faith 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
Back to those Creedence tapes! 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
"I'm not--we're talking about unchecked aggression here-"Sorry, I couldn't help it, Glory. 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
White Russians? This may help, http://bednark.com/big.lebowski.script.html 
Anyone successful in dealing with Tinnitus?
Here's a web site that may answer a few questions http://www.lef.org/protocols/prtcl-105.shtml 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
So Pat, what is the verdict on the Marconi's?