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Phono preamp comparison/Pass,Herron,Avid
Congrats--I'll be interested to hear your take on the Herron. 
Phono preamp comparison/Pass,Herron,Avid
I'm not sure how much help this will be since I only have experience with the Herron (I did have the Dyna XXIIMkII but used it with a Whest phonostage). I think I can say with a high level of certainty that the Herron is my "forever" phonostage. I... 
Phono Peramp Choice/Pass, Herron, Avid
I'm not sure how much help this will be since I only have experience with the Herron (I did have the Dyna XXIIMkII but used it with a Whest phonostage). I think I can say with a high level of certainty that the Herron is my "forever" phonostage. I... 
VPI Scout with Grado Master - but what next?
I'm using a Target PS-1 wall mount shelf and replaced the MDF support platform with a Symposium Svelt Shelf. They make one that is an exact fit so it drops right in. I never A-B'd the Svelt shelf against the MDF but I'm thinking it provides better... 
VPI Scout with Grado Master - but what next?
I would suggest you consider an Audiotechnica OC9MLII. This cartridge is somewhat of a sleeper and few people use it on the Scout, preferring instead the Dynas. However, in my view this combo is superb and the OC9 can be gotten relatively cheap. I... 
Latest Pink Moon Reissue
Thanks, guys. I did see the Stereophile review but was whether anyone here had bought the box version and could comment on the sound quality or better still compare it with the Simply Vinyl version. 
Great guys to deal with in the audio industry
Another shout out for Lou Hinkley of Daedalus Audio. I'd also add Keith Herron, Karl Schuster (Empirical Design) and Dan Wright to the list. These guys are world class human beings who happen to make great audio equipment. They have spent countles... 
Last Preamp? Could The Search Finally Be Over?
I should clarify that Keith provided me a generous trial period with the unit but he does not have a formal 30 day policy. I only needed time enough to let it settle in (3 or 4 long listening sessions) and then as many more to do some serious list... 
Review: Herron VTSP-3A R02 Linestage
I should clarify that Keith provided me a generous trial period with the unit but he does not have a formal 30 day policy. I only needed time enough to let it settle in (3 or 4 long listening sessions) and then as many more to do some serious list... 
Review: Herron VTSP-3A R02 Linestage
Yeah, I tried to figure out how to post it in the reviews category but couldn't figure out how with the new A'gon system--one more reason I'm not a fan. Czbbcl: I haven't tried Keith's mono amps but really feel that I have some very good system sy... 
PreAmp recomendation please...
My comments on the VTSP-3A(R02) are now up. You can see it here:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?aamps&1360710778&openmine&zzDodgealum&4&5#DodgealumSorry--not sure how to do a link..... 
PreAmp recomendation please...
OK guys I've lived with the Herron for several weeks now and it is a keeper. I've posted a pretty lengthy "review" which is now waiting for moderator approval so I can't link it here but the title is "Last Preamp. Could the Search be Over" or some... 
$5000.00 To Spend Looking for Tube Pre-Amp
I would suggest you give the new Herron VTSP-3A(R02) a look. I've owned four preamps in as many years (Audio Research and Modwright) and the Herron is by a wide margin the most musically satisfying of the lot. It is incredibly well designed and ex... 
PreAmp recomendation please...
My initial reaction is very favorable. I've only got about three serious listening sessions and 15-20 hours on it so need some more break in and listening time before I can comment with confidence and in detail. Give me a week or so and I'll pop b... 
The Demise of the Hi-End Audio Store
Buconero117--I've been to the second floor and, sadly, it is as bad as you say. But I have had much better experiences at the other NJ high end dealers. Some will let you take the gear home over the weekend for an audition in your system, which ta...