detlof

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Skeptical no more
Well, I suppose Dekay has said it all. Besides, forget about "science" and ideologies. The proof lies in the (very careful and repeated) listening.Greetings from you vinyl-friend.... 
What is the best digital cable?
There is no "best". Period. Depends on your rig. I like the Purist. Terrific dynamics. Price is terrific too.... 
whats up with jadis
Slawney, nice to see your name again! Jadis is doing very well here too, with -as you say- the old magic still as strong as ever.Cheerio 
whats up with jadis
Trelja, you confirm what I've heard myself. Also there has been a huge shakeup in the facory in France, I'm told. As far as the US is concernd, its a crying shame indeed, but I suppose, that in due course a new importer/distributor will arrive on ... 
Vibration isolation for Io Callisto?
Why don't you e-mail Albert Porter. He is the most knowledgeable A'diogoner as far as the Aesthetix's are concerend and besides that a true gentleman and a very kind and helpful person. 
whats up with jadis
There a plenty of stories. Which one would you like to hear? 
Arthur Salvatore WoW comments??
Pity this thread died, partly my fault too, just too busy. Would anyone like to continue our hilarious story??? Who knows, we might make it to Hollywood (or Babelsberg). 
Moving coil cartridge (AT OC-9) and Hum
RFJ, its a shame you did not get expert response. Perhaps the Agoners are as tired of hum as you must be. Have you licked the problem? If not, having EVERYTHING grounded, as you said, have you tried taking some of the grounds away?Regards, 
scd 777es sacd sony mod worth it?
RC, I doubt that I will ever tire of that one! That Koetsu together with your Jadis gear must be heaven! Have you ever tried the Jadis Pre-Pre...I don't recall its proper designation, right now, not being at home. Its a two chassis job with a very... 
scd 777es sacd sony mod worth it?
Rcprince, no I did not spring for the one which was offered here. I bought one locally. Just could not resist. I found your latest post very helpful, because that will be an essential paramter to listen for, once I have my unit back: the harshness... 
scd 777es sacd sony mod worth it?
Kubla, yesterday they told me three weeks or so, which translated probably means five and yes I'm not particularly exited, I just rediscovered my stash of old "shady dawgs" and living presences and I am having (a) field day(s)...and nights.Samcard... 
Record-playing Rituals?
Well, I've been busy experimenting and my new findings are still not carved in stone but here goes: The RR treatment seems excellent for large orchestral works such as RCA shaded dogs with Reiner and the Chicago Philharmonics. There is not only a ... 
new to tubes, match for spectral amp
Right Shubert! The Spectral DOES deserve better!Mixing spectrals with Jadis is fun too.I agree with you about the 200 ! I run two of them, besides a pair of 360's.Regards 
scd 777es sacd sony mod worth it?
No, haven't heard of anyone else, Kubla. Mailed them yesterday for a progess report about mine.Cheers, 
brulee fails PC challenge
Brulee, interesting point you are making. Did not read the above statements, but am glad to tell you, that I had the exact same experience, mentioned it here at Audiogon and got quite a bit of ridicule from the so called objectionist camp. Regards,