dodgealum
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| High quality CDs I would add Hyperion to the list of good labels. | |
| Review: Pure Fidelity Harmony Turntable @drrsutliff Thanks, Rick. Thanks for mentioning the "soft start" feature--I neglected to mention this in my review. I like the way it powers up to full speed and have found speed stability exceptional. Piano recordings have the pitch stability of ... | |
| Review: Pure Fidelity Harmony Turntable @tablejockey Thank you! Pure Fidelity offers a special version of the Origin Live Illustrious (called the "SE") with any of the tables in their lineup. I almost chose that option but I have wanted a OL Conqueror for some time and as the next model... | |
| Review: Pure Fidelity Harmony Turntable @dover I don't have a lot of information about the motor but I do prefer the subplatter arrangement on the Harmony (like the Rega) over driving the edge of the platter (like VPI). I also appreciate the use of dual belts to drive the subplatter whi... | |
| whole house surge protector For years I have had an Environmental Potentials 2050 installed on my panel. Said to reduce any noise in the line and provide surge protection. Glad to hear about these other options. | |
| Cartridge upgrade???? Have no experience with the Hana but I would take a look at the Charisma Signature One. Incredibly balanced and musical performer that will surprise you. | |
| From Benz to? Was seriously considering the LPS last purchase but went with a Charisma Signature One. Never compared them but the Sig One is very fine indeed. By reports maybe a bit less warmth than the LPS but the treble on the Charisma is absolutely perfect i... | |
| Speaker positioning: why do audiophiles neglect this so much? Yes, what others have said--most of us have to find compromises in setup to "live" with our systems. A better barometer would be to examine setups in dedicated rooms--there you will find the care and attention you are seeking. What I find interest... | |
| VPI Fatboys versus others in its' tonearm weight class. I’ve had my share of VPI tables and have upgraded arms within the brand BUT never got to a fat boy—only to a hot rod version of the 3D gimble. That said, in my experience the two most significant changes you can make sonically is going 3D from alu... | |
| HRS ADH Record Weight Anyone have the chance to compare the HRS Heavy with the Stillpoints LP-1? Just curious as they are similarly priced. | |
| Most beautiful turntable under $5k The Pure Fidelity tables are traditional looking and very pretty. They do a great job with the veneers and will do custom colors. I ordered my Harmony in a satin black instead of gloss and it came out great! | |
| Looking for Blues with High Fidelity Muddy Waters “Folk Singer” on MFSL and Lightning Hopkins “Goin Away” Acoustic Sounds Reissue are two of my faves for SQ and music. | |
| Pearl Acoustics Sibelius Speakers Curious how these would compare with Cube Audio designs. Has anyone at 6 Moons or single driver fans on this site reviewed and compared these yet? | |
| I need help regarding tube phono preamplifiers If you are committed to going with a tube unit I would urge you to focus your attention on noise and reliability. A big reason the Herron is so well loved is because it is insanely quiet and bulletproof. See what you can find out among users of th... | |
| Decided to try a SPU cartridge I have considered going the SPU route--so sexy and retro! But I cannot understand how the performance of an SPU can compare with a quality modern cartridge given the chunky mechanicals, high VTF, etc. How can they possibly be as revealing and accu... |