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| Voltage mode vs current mode phono stages I suppose some aspects of SMD construction are beneficial, especially in a device centered around an op amp, but not all, and not when repair is needed. This is very true - the proper equipment required to work on SMD boards is around $100k. Mo... | |
| Choosing the right SUT for my setup SUT’s do not have universal loading, meaning that just because a SUT is a 1/10 version does not necessarily mean the cartridge will see 470 ohms. Here is an example, my Jensen mc-2rr-L has a 430 ohm impedance that the cartridge will see, while my... | |
| Technics SL 1200GR with What Cartridge??? Personally I think you should just get your Linn serviced ( not upgraded ) - just cleaned, set up, new oil. If you have the Linn K9 it is an upgraded Audiotechnica AT95. You can buy a replacement stylus for the K9 from Expert Stylus that is outs... | |
| Choosing the right SUT for my setup Forget about the loading - focus on gain required. 1:10 Transformer should see 470ohms at the cartridge which is fine for either cartridge. If your phono has reasonable gain then 1:10 should be enough. Spend the extra and get an AU340 if you ca... | |
| Voltage mode vs current mode phono stages @dover Would you confirm if my guess on the Vd Hul Grail is correct? Like Lew, I did a bit more research on it, and it seems a very accomplished unit. @ledoux1238 No it is as @lewm stated - I have a bespoke moving coil step up using current... | |
| Pigskin or jico leather mat @lohanimal Size of a 12 inch record I guess 😂 who are they Really - you will probably need to buy one that comes with a free pair of scissors then. Might pay to check before you spend your money. The Victor glass mat is 289mm. Most LP recor... | |
| Low Output MC recommendations? @dcdavis1978 The tonearm on the Project Classic is simply not good enough for a low compliance moving coil. You would be better off saving for a better turntable. If you need a new cartridge - make sure it is not low compliance. The lower end ... | |
| Pigskin or jico leather mat @lohanimal Halcro uses the pigskin mat in conjunction with the Victor Glass mat. The Jico pigskin was a limited run some years ago. The key is the thickness - the Victor and Jico are much thinner than most leather mats. Best place to find the... | |
| Voltage mode vs current mode phono stages The tube/ voltage mode phono sounds more vivid, the SS current mode sounds more warm and relaxing. This is the most surprising and counterintuitive result having lived with both for a good 6 months. @ledoux1238 This may due to the specific de... | |
| Phono Stage upgrade to complement Dohmann Helix One Mk 2 Well the Ypsilon Hyperion monos got a blisteringly good review in both Absolute Sound and Stereophile. Michael Fremer concluded that the Ypsilon passive preamp was as transparent as his reference Dartzeel. He also concluded that the Hyperion monos... | |
| Voltage mode vs current mode phono stages It is very straightforward- Moving Magnet cartridges produce high voltage, but low current. Moving coil cartridges produce high current ( higher than MM's ) but very low voltage. Moving coil step up transformers convert the high current/low vol... | |
| New arm for TW Acustic Raven one @david12 You might find a new old stock Ortofon arm if you look around the globe. Also Jelco used to make 12" arms up until covid stopped production, and there are a few new ones still kicking around if you look. Current production - best barg... | |
| Phono Stage upgrade to complement Dohmann Helix One Mk 2 @drbond Here is a great comparison of state of the art phono's FM Acoustics, Goldmund etc - an excellent read - you can use google translate. It is well worth it. Part 1 : 6台顶级唱放对比测试，超跑级黑胶系统为参考（1） 唱放之间的差异，远远超出我们的脑放，尤其在参考级唱盘上。 mp.weixin... | |
| Does Having the Turntable Grounded Through the Right RCA Effect Sound Quality? @dtgarf With the old Thorens both the TT chassis AND the tonearm are often earthed to the same point - sometimes through the right channel, other times through a separate earth lead. What I found when I separated the TT chassis earth from the a... | |
| EAR 834P MM/MC options help Better in the out position with what cartridge? Ortofon Red MM according to his posts - which is why is sounds better in the MM mode. |