ericsch

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CD player
I had a Rega Apollo-R which was an excellent CDP. No harshness, very  analog sound. I only decided to sell the Rega when I got a Pontus II and paired it with a Pro-Ject transport. I recommend the Rega and it can be found used below your budg... 
Phoenix Hi Fi Stores
USA Tube Audio, Scottsdale. Never  been there, but have made online  purchases.   
My likes and Disappointments with the Pro-Ject Record Cleaning Machine
For the last 4 or 5 years I've been using an Okki Nokki at about $500. Never had a problem with it and it's not very loud. I like that it has a full size platter, unlike the Pro-Ject and some others. It does a  great job for a vacuum RCM. Like you... 
Tube solid state or hybrid with extreme tinnitus
Yes, that is correct. Usually for sound enrichment to help the person habituate to the tinnitus sound.   
Tube solid state or hybrid with extreme tinnitus
To the OP. When I first saw your post yesterday, I  thought why in the world is he using headphones? The posts above are absolutely correct. Headphones are the absolute worst sound delivery system for someone with tinnitus. Please avoid them and d... 
Advice needed on MC cartridges
Mike, I respect your opinion. However, there is little risk in purchasing a relatively new pre-owned SS phono preamp. Good luck in your search.    
Advice needed on MC cartridges
FWIW, I think you should consider reducing your cartridge budget and get a pre-owned phono preamp. There are lots of good options available and you will gain so much more flexibility.  
Procol Harum’s Gary Brooker, Singer and Co-Writer of ‘A Whiter Shade of Pale,’ Dies at 76
   
Advice needed on MC cartridges
Loading for MM cartridges is 47K Ohms.  
Problems connecting my Sony Bravia TV to Hegel h360 integrated
I know this is obvious, but did you go to the TV audio settings > sound > optical out?    
Protecting Equipment from Children
What everyone said above. Also push the speakers back close to the wall and put a sheet or blanket over everything else.     
Will An Anthem AV Receiver Benefit From An Aftermarket Power Cable
@soix Really to early to tell. I’ve only had it in the system a couple of weeks and haven’t watched any movies with it yet. I have listened to a few CD’s through my Oppo BDP93 and the sound was quite good. I need to run the Anthem room correctio... 
Will An Anthem AV Receiver Benefit From An Aftermarket Power Cable
I like the Anthem. It replaced a 10 year old Marantz AV Processor and Parasound amplifier. I've got a Cullen power cable on order.            
Great speaker sounds terrible in my room?
@jl1ny OK, I've got to ask, what is the God forsaken state you are leaving? NY?  
Cleaning Your Turntable
Microfiber cloth slightly dampened with distilled water. Then wipe dry with another clean cloth.