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| Turntable choices If all you did was unplug/replug the DIN/RCA cable then check that (have a spare?), and also check the new preamplifier.You might also register here and ask for advice...https://forum.beoworld.org/forums/Regardless it should be a simple fix.DeKay | |
| For audio advice, which channels, if any, do you think are worthwhile on YouTube? My fave is "Home on the Range" for general info and entertainment.Here are a couple of links to highlights of the series...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92ArlxnBAk4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5I7l990jgWsThe series lightens my my mental stres... | |
| Sam here and l just made a new discovry. Sam:Who were you in a previous moniker/life?DeKay | |
| speakers on hardwooed floors The following link is to a room size/rug size tutorial with various furniture placement options.The rug should cover the area between the speakers and the listening spot(s), and not look stupid/out of place while laying there.I’ve read that natura... | |
| l want to build a solid wood turntable "Sam here and if i use a kiln or sun lamp would i be able to dry the wood faster?"...I posted..."Faster/higher temperature curing can be/generally is problematic unless precisely/knowledgeably controlled."Further research on your part is required ... | |
| l want to build a solid wood turntable Once fully soaked/saturated the wood would require a minimum of 2 years (per 1" thickness) to air dry and become stable.Perhaps less time if the larger surface area of the wood (cut considerably oversized to be cut/milled later on) is end grain, I... | |
| What tubes do I need? Audio Matiere used ecc88/6dj8 for line stage/level and ecc83/12ax7 for phono stage/level, plus other rectifier tubes and sometimes El84’s (?) in their preamplifiers.The US importer of Audio Matiere seems to still be in business (selling other good... | |
| What other hobby... asvjerry:Sadly enough (for some perhaps) I was referring to squirrels (as in moose and squirrel).They (squirrels) have been ilegally (in CA) feeding from my "bird feeder" for the past 29 years ($250/pop citation if/when busted).They seem to like/a... | |
| What other hobby... "I'm a squirrel watcherI'm a squirrel watcherWatchin' squirrels go byMy, my, myI'm a squirrel watcherI'm a squirrel watcherHere comes one nowMmmm, mmm, mmmI was just a boyWhen I threw away my toysI found a new pastimeTo dwell onWhenever I detectMe... | |
| 500 albums in a basement flood--worth saving? tt1man:The following link is to a "label saver" that I use when hosing down LP's with with either the water tap or a Waterpik (the teeth cleaning gizmo).The link is to the "Groovmaster" on Amazon, but there are other like items offered as well.htt... | |
| Am I asking too much? Agree with the first response by noromance.If no go, and if you can run fairly fast while wearing a mask, streak him - streak him good.DeKay | |
| 500 albums in a basement flood--worth saving? I would @ a minimum remove them from the jackets/sleeves ASAP and then decide their fate later on.If you don't they will most likely grow mold.Not certain how to store them to dry, but perhaps someone else will come up with something feasible.DeKay | |
| 6922 tube Other than etched codes, stamped-internal-ID-plates & Telefunken diamond bottoms I learned to ID 6922 types by their internal construction.Japanese produced 6922 types are a bit tricky to ID as they used Amperex/Philips Euro parts and machiner... | |
| Tubed Preamp recommendations? Linear Tube Audio has an extremely well reviewed David Berning design within you price range (maybe $50 more if you want the remote option).It also has an onboard headphone amp which may, or may not, better the Saga you are currently using.https:/... | |
| Feet for my new home-made rack Thanks for the info...Never used a real wood rack (just experimented with Ikea Lack tables), so curious as to what you find out/decide upon.DeKay |