chakster
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| cartridge recommendation for Thorens TD166 MKII Grace F9 with F14 (RS14 or US-14) stylus would be nice.New type of RS-9E also good for lower price.Another option is Grace F8C (Custom series) with stylus from LEVEL II like blue RS-8F (Shibata type). "Custom" (F8C) was the latest in F8 series bef... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 In my opinion the closest to the sweet sound of the best Stanton & Pickering cartridges is Pioneer PC-1000 mkII with Beryllium cantilever. | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 Now, I used very nonspecific terms like, "appear" and "may" Because I do not have these cartridges now and have never used an LP Gear product. I can not say what the real truth behind all this is. But, I have had several Pickering and Stanton pr... | |
| What phono preamp are you using? Anyone using a Soundsmith cartridge? And if so what phono preamp are you using? (Individuals with other cartridges feel free to chime in!) SoundSmith cartridge can work with any good phono stage if this phono stage have optional loading and gai... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 It would appear that the only thing wrong with LP Gear’s replacement styli is that they are not the originals and may even surpass the original using a better stylus and modern production methods. The Stereohedron stylus was nothing but a "hyperel... | |
| How good is the Micro Seiki DDX-1000 Direct Drive turntable ? He’s not Japanese. I bought from Alex Tan before, my SP-10 mkII was from his vault. Just like another member of this forum, Alex (who’s not a member) often selling refurbished cartridges without even mentioning they are refurbished, so I don’t tru... | |
| How good is the Micro Seiki DDX-1000 Direct Drive turntable ? THAT in the photo looks pristine but it’s a Denon, not an EMT.Denon DP-100M is what I want. http://www.thevintageknob.org/denon-DP-100M.html | |
| How good is the Micro Seiki DDX-1000 Direct Drive turntable ? The main problem with huge turntables like some of the EMT is their size and weight, you can’t buy them online. It’s extremely difficult, especially international transit. Technics, Denon or Victor drives are compact and can be shipped anywhere (m... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 There are many superb cartridges with Shibata stylus, first is Victor X1II which is another amazing MM (but definitely more expensive than Stanton/Pickering). Looking for best NOS carts from the past (collecting them) is a part of the hobby, it’s ... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 Dear Chakster, I think you are getting a bit hysterical for nothing. What I am quibbling with is your use of the word “fake”. LP gear do not say that they are selling original Pickering or Stanton stylus assemblies. I think I use this word correct... | |
| How good is the Micro Seiki DDX-1000 Direct Drive turntable ? I had discussion on these forums and told about my and my friends expiriese how much better DD EMT 950, 948 compared to SP mk2, Garrad 401, Thorens 124, Sota, Nottingham, Lenco and other similar stuff.Do you realize the price difference between to... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 LP GEAR styli are fake, they have no rights for use Stanton or Pickering trademark logo. Their styli are blank. Those are fake and has absolutely nothing to do with Stanton or Pickering company at their hey day under Walter O. Stanton leadership w... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 Second generation of Parabolic stylus profile from Pickering (late 80’s) is great. This is XSV/4000 with white D4000 stylus (it can be also black) shipped to another audiogon member from New York, USA. In general, the second generation parabolics ... | |
| How good is the Micro Seiki DDX-1000 Direct Drive turntable ? Never had any issues with my vintage Direct Drive turntables, no matter Technic or Denon. Paid $1200 for MINT condition SP-10 mkII and used for about 7 years myself, sold for $1500 to a friend locally. Tried many SP-20 (all like new). Purchased De... | |
| Is a Ortofon Black a step down from a Pickering XSV 3000 all LP Gear styli are fake, I like Pickering XSV/5000 better than my Grado Signature XTZ. Honestly I have no idea why anyone should even think about moden MM, the sound of top Pickering is oustanding, silky smooth, this is one of the most involvin... |