corelli

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The Most "Analog" CD Player?
maybe that explains all the bad reviews--- "won't read my disc" 
Straight out of the box doesn't work.
Posting something like this....well, take a step back and make a phone call.  The odds are the unit is fine and Kevin can trouble shoot this over the phone with you.  If he does, and all is good, you would do well to post that along with an apology. 
Brand new Technics SL-1210GR platter wobble ... disappointed!
As he already tried 3 times to seat the platter-----send it back for refund or replacement.  Totally unacceptable.  Let us know how it turns out.   
Worst Concerts You Have Attended ??
I wonder how many classically trained musicians come on stage ripped?  Not many.Dianna Krall, several years back, was a let down.  Seemed under the influence. 
If your were to assemble a vintage system ?
What great memories of my first system.  There were so many beautiful receivers back in the late 70's.  I would be happy to keep my Pioneer SX-636.  And the Electrovoice Interface B's were ahead of their time.  Would keep those too.  Might upgrade... 
Tekton Double Impacts
jcarcoppo certainly had many nice things to say about his. 
Tekton Double Impacts
No jayctoy, I am one of the more boring steady players, but in this case very happy that way!  You may be thinking of jcarcopo?  You will be happy with the dynamics of the DI's.  Many owners have commented on that being a strength.I spoke to Eric ... 
Tekton Double Impacts
Actually, Eric just came out with an update of his website and, yes, price increases.  These are minimal and in no way detract from the value of the DI's or any of his other speakers.  These still remain value saturated speakers.  Don't feel you h... 
Building a house
--10g dedicated line with quality outlets. (Unfortunately some codes require crap safety outlets so you may need to swap these after inspection)  --if using led lighting, place on a separate line.  Carefully consider lighting options. Ceiling cans... 
CD player reliability.... good and bad.
Obviously any gear with moving parts will need attention at some time.  I don't view my Marantz Ruby as a "disposable POC".  Really MC--I'll bet you never fuss and maintain your beloved table, do you?  My advice would be when the belt stretches, j... 
Driver breakin period, what’s the science?
There's a nice article on driver break-in at the GR Research site complete with measurements of various drivers as a function of time.  Truth always seems to be somewhere in the middle.  It's just a question of where the fulcrum is placed 
Tekton Double Impacts
Agree with David.  The DI's are not demanding regarding amplifier choice.  You will be impressed even with an AVR.  However, you will clearly hear what better gear upstream brings to the table.  The DI's are very transparent speakers in that regar... 
Upgrading phono stage
See the point I was trying to make.  All kinds of suggestions with virtually no commentary on how any of these pieces sound. 
Am I Crazy? Rotel Separates -> Marantz Integrated
Your observations are not dissimilar to mine years ago.  Had a well regarded 200wpc hybrid power amp driving my Magnepan 1.7's.  Swapped that our for a Marantz PM 8005 and could not believe how much more natural, smooth, warmer and more musical th... 
Upgrading phono stage
You really need to state what you are looking for.  So many times people want something "better" but never state what qualities they want that are lacking in their current gear.  So everyone chimes in with suggestions and again state is a given pr...