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Running Two TT into one phono input, best options?
I also went thru this recently, started a thread, found a few options, members added a lot to the discussion and suggested choices https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/phono-eq-small-inexpensive-two-phono-inputs For MM, any simple RCA a/b switch... 
Which SACDs?
My experience, SADC, the real difference is that the noise floor is lower, music emanates from a black pool of silence. Oscar Peterson, Music for my Friends :Piano/Silence,  a good example of that I found.After a while, I decided, it's a bit un-... 
Options for ridding records of static electricity
Did you feel static? I think I FELT it. 
'Life Above 20kh' Research Paper, Harmonics (Overtones)
I found the 'hangover' effect interesting (3rd paragraph). X. Significance of the resultsGiven the existence of musical-instrument energy above 20 kilohertz, it is natural to ask whether the energy matters to human perception or music recording. ... 
'Life Above 20kh' Research Paper, Harmonics (Overtones)
movement of instrument/mouth, air, microphone, cutting stylus, moving magnetic material on tape, captured/played back by movement the ’timing’ is ’not quite right’ when you add the step of direct conversion of movement or conversion of captured mo... 
'Life Above 20kh' Research Paper, Harmonics (Overtones)
raulok, we will remain happily wrong.I agree, the volume level may not be flat, but I am thinking about the TIMING of the fundamentals and overtones of each and every instrument’s sound waves, to their individual fundamental, and all the surroundi... 
Soundstage gone
I'd hate to pay for it, but the specs for separation over 35db are Superior! And tight .5 db balanceYou ought to be getting a rock steady center, and wide, occasionally too wide image. It will improve after 30-60 hrs, however it should start out v... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Found time to listen to Norah Jones, Day Breaks, double LP https://www.discogs.com/Norah-Jones-Day-Breaks/release/11061238 1st disc, Studio; 2nd LP live small Loretto theater NYC, 4 years ago. (I’ve never been there, but looks like a terrific size... 
Vintage and modern hookups
do you mean will you burn out new small surround speakers with too much power?use them for main speakers or for dual front/rear quad type surround?  what brand, model receiver do you have? we can look up the specs/features easily enough.a lot of t... 
Amp recommendations for Joseph Audio Perspectives2
Is 75 wpc enough for those speakers? I agree, talk to Jeff.I had the Infinite Slope Crossover, I don’t understand how it would make any difference to placement. They were the most measurably accurate speakers I’ve ever owned, enjoyed them for many... 
Bryston - Stereo or Monoblock
I agree, monoblocks, IFeasy/remote power on/off?remote balance control somewherenot only locate close to speakers, there is an advantage lifting/moving/placing them individually if heavy, and, if tubes, separates the heat hither and thither. 
6J2 tube rolling?
different tubes I know, just think they are worth considering, if only to spark questions 
6J2 tube rolling?
another versatile unit https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pro-Ject-Tube-Box-S2-Phono-Preamplifier-Black-Authorized-Dealer/233657153434?hash=item36670d379a:g:AAcAAOSwOh1ehP65 manuf https://www.project-audio.com/en/product/tube-box-s2/  
6J2 tube rolling?
not knowing your budget, I hopped about on eBay, see what's interesting, this unit is very simple appearance, but read the notes, very versatile for MM, MC HO, MC LOyou would be set for most future cartridge choices https://www.ebay.com/itm/Jolid... 
Amp recommendations for Joseph Audio Perspectives2
I have not heard those specific models.In addition to performance,I buy things I like/love every time I see/touch them, power on or off. That puts my brain in a more receptive state for their superior performance.That Vintage MC275 is a beauty, ...