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Vintage TT - looking to add one - recommendations?
I just recently purchased a Denon DP-62 and love it. These vintage TTs are so well built and sturdy. 
CD player with Vandersteen and Conrad Johnson
What price range are you considering? 
Cary SLP-05 Tube Rolling
The 6F8Gs are a great value since they are an equal to 6SN7s and still much cheaper. I have been using a pair of TS with oval mica and really like them.I recently purchased a pair of Ken Rads which I haven't tried yet.BTW, if anyone needs adapters... 
Upgrade from a Cary SLI-80 integrated amp
Rfogel8, I tested the quad with my B&K 550 tester and they all tested very strong. I don't think the tubes are the issue. I think I need to get used to the Nola Boxers sound signature. I am used to listening to Vandersteen 5As so my ears need ... 
Upgrade from a Cary SLI-80 integrated amp
I am using NOS TS 6550s in my SLI-80 F1. Are KT88s preferable?My current tubes, all NOS, are 4 TS 6550s, 2 RCA 6SN7/VT231 gray glass, 2 Mullard GZ34s and 2 Amperex 6992s.I would like to get a bit more bass out of the amp given that I am using it w... 
Decware CSP2 +
Is a capacitor cable the same as a resistor cable? Are you making this yourself or are you purchasing it? 
Crisp sounding tubes for Modwright 5400ES
Knghifi, I had Dan reduce the voltage being delivered to the 5U4G. People had noticed that their EMLs were dying prematurely. This may be what's happening to your TS rectifiers. 
Crisp sounding tubes for Modwright 5400ES
Knghifi, can you define "sweet"?In my MW Transporter I have been using a pair of Mullard ECC32s and an EML 5U4G mesh rectifier. I really like this combination. I am also a vinyl lover to give you some sense of the sound I enjoy. 
Recommend a Tube Pre & SS Amp Combo
Modwright LS-100 / KWA-100/150, depending on budget.What is your budget? 
Modwright KWA 100SE or 150SE
Give Dan Wright a call. I am sure he will steer you in the right direction. 
Cary slp-05 tubes rumor or fact?
Regarding different tubes in the SLP-05, has anyone experienced short tube life in the pre amp? A friend of mine had a pair of NOS Tung Sols which lasted only several hundred hours. It is possible that the tubes weren't NOS, but I am curious if th... 
Cary PH302 MK II Tube Question
I read that thread but those changes would void my warranty so I would rather not do that at this point. I have found tube rolling to make a pretty big difference but I would like to understand better what role each set of tubes plays. 
Quality 15 Amp Right Angled Plug
Wattgate doesn't seem to carry any right angles connectors. 
Headphone Amp Recommendation
My headphones are Audio Technica A-900s if that helps. 
Cassette Tapes..Dolby B or C?
The Dragon is a great cassette deck, but like expensive cars, you have to be willing to spend money on getting it up to spec and periodic maintenance. Once I got my machine working perfectly I have not needed service for over 2 years, and it gets ...