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Well Tempered Reference Arm
Dear Mred: I don't know how the WT arm stacks up against the others but being an audionut I had to have a new TT after 15 years and bought a Kuzma Reference TT and 4 Point arm. Haven't A-B them but I like new things and am very happy with it. 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
I have a Wallytractor for my WTT Reference and it says the effective length is 238 mm. I can't find the other info. Don 
$5000 integrated budget: Please help me choose....
I have a Joule VAMP integrated for a second system. It is a hybrid and if you can find one used I think you would be very happy with it. It has not been made for a few years. Don 
Audio Aero and Accustic Arts
I have two AA CDPs, the latest Prima and a Prestige. Both have been extremely reliable so far. Don 
CD player recommendations under $2K used
Another option to befuddle your mind is the Audio Aero Prima. As long as it is the new model with Sony transport you can't go wrong. Very analog sounding. Don 
Help me get the most out of my Merlin TSM MX
Agree with Swampwalker, an OTL will get the best out of Merlin speakers. Don 
Joule Electra La-150 MK2
When all else fails look at the instruction manual. I finally did this and on page 6 it says the gain is 8 db. It also shows a diagram with a jumper in place for this. If 4 db of gain is wanted just remove the jumper. Don 
Joule Electra La-150 MK2
You would have to call Jud Barber at Joule and ask him but the adjustment is on the phono board. Don 
Joule Electra La-150 MK2
Yes. The gain selector is located on the right side of the Phono board inside the preamp and should be in for 36db and out for 62 db of gain. Of course this applies only to the LAP-150 which has a phono section. The LA-150 is only a line stage pre... 
What is the best analog sounding CD player $2000
Audio Aero Prima, but only the latest model. 
What is the Best Integrated tube amp you heard
Joule Electra Vamp is a hybrid integrated amp. Unfortunately it is now longer being made. Wonderful sound. 
Recommendation for vacuum tube CD-player
Audio Aero Prima. Make sure it is the latest model. At a cheaper price I would look at the Vincent (also available under the Kavent and Sheng Ya brands. Just replace the Chinese tubes with better ones. Don 
What happened to Plastic CD Cases?
I throw away all my jewel boxes and put my CDs and their covers in Viewpaks made by Univenture. Wish I could find a good place to recycle the jewel boxes. The Viewpaks take up much less space and protect the CDs. I have no connection to the company. 
Joule-Electra Destiny mono blocks, Opinions?
I have the Joule Grand Marquis 160 which is basically the same as the Destiny except for lower power. It is about 8 years old and has been basically bulletproof for a tube amp. Fit and finish is excellent and Jud Barber gives great customer servic... 
has anyone tried ultrabit platinum on their cds
I agree. Threw away the yellow cloths and use microfiber cloths I bought at Target and Costco. Called George Louis and recommended this to him. Don