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Sandbox-style isolation
J Loveys, I did see your pic on line and it did catch my eye. How do you level the table? Did you have a sand box before the Symposium? I have quite a few symposiums in my systen and do like them quite a bit. I wonder how much better it would be t... 
Sandbox-style isolation
I use he Bright Star Big Rock under my TNT with great results. Eying the Sympisium Ultra platform but at $1,400, I'm not in a rush. If anyone can give me a push (who's done the upgrade) I'd probably do it (if worth it). 
Record Cleaning brushes - experimentation?
I was using th ones you are using but recently purchased walker audios three brush set-I only use it for cleaning used records with the AI 3-step cleaners and I'm happy with it. For new records, its mofi brushes (2 seperate ones) with Needle Dr fl... 
What to do with bad recorded CDs
My poorer recordings sound much better ripped to hardrive with EAC and then played through squeezebox/benchmark. What is unlistenable through my Esoteric is tolerable through the squeezebox. 
Interconnect from Phono stage to Pre amp
I use Tara Labs The One. A little pricey ($2,000) but truly neutral. Works great for me. 
nordost red dawn: problem, please help
Your amps are going into oscillation with the red dawns. Were they after market terminations? In other words, not terminated by Nordost or not originally purchased with those terminations? 
Wadia 521 or Berkeley DAC
Check out the reviews on the Berkley at Computeraudiophile and Absolute Sound. The RAVE about the Berkley and optimum performance, they say, is direct to amp. 
B&W 802D vs 800 Nautilus
I have heard both and the 800's are clearly better, but they do need a big room. May be a bit boomy in a small room and these babies can sing. In my room, I think I'd have to go with the 802's as it's a bit on the small side. 
how should i move forward...blu-ray etc...?
Rich,The Bluray pic (1080P) is outstanding, though 1080i not a slouch but to get the best, 1080P is the way to go. I think you can stay w/1080i until you upgrade the display and you wouldn't be too dissapointed BUT it's the new audio codecs that w... 
Rega P3-24 Vs VPI Scout.
Craw 13,I listen to mostly Jazz these days, Ray Brown, Ben Webster, Louis, Ella, Oscar Peterson. Lots of vocals. Do a decent amount of Classical and still go to classic rock and heavy metal every once in a while. 
Rega P3-24 Vs VPI Scout.
I had the regular P3 w/RB300 arm, Grado gold and upgraded to a VPI TNT Jr. (w/Benz Micro Glider). The Rega was $500 and the Grado was $200. The VPI rig (got a great deal) was $2,500 (w/cartridge, with trade in of the rega/grado) and the difference... 
More convinced of analog than ever
I have a pretty decent digital rig (Esoteric X03 SE) and enjoy random playlists through the Squeezebox/Benchmark DAC - it is a treat to just hear hours of great music without getting up-and it does sound awesome, but there is just something extra ... 
Doe's anyone have a Esoteric XO-3 cd player?
Irishaudioboy, you gotta hear it. The 05 is sweet, but the 03SE is special, L o w level retrievel of the most minute details..., detail, depth, no edgyness or digititis... its a sweet rig. No fatigue-very fussy as it wants only great recordings as... 
VPI Scoutmaster static
Assuming you have carpeting. Spray static guard once or twice a week over where you walk. 
VPI Scout- motor pops in speakers when turned off
I wouldn't use the talc on the belt. Used to be recommended over the years but now they found its a no-no. Eats up the belt.