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Tape input on preamp - Can I use for other sources
Swampwalker, looks like you're right! I did some additional research [tonight I'm feelin' funky...just listening to jazz and browsing the internet!] and found a reference to this unit having both a tape input AND a tape head input. There's one for... 
Tape input on preamp - Can I use for other sources
Naperaudio, I'll bet that the "tape" input is just a labeling configuration for ease of use of the source selector knob. You should be able to use ANY line level source [see my comments about the E.A.R. integrated]. Why not just contact Thor?Kal &... 
Best Jazz and Rock & Roll HDCD CDs
Don't have HDCD on my Accuphase DP-75V, but redbook playback of Natalie Merchant's OPHELIA is pretty amazing. This is an HDCD disc. 
Bose 901
Only when a Yugo beats a Porsche in the 1/4 mile! 
Tape input on preamp - Can I use for other sources
Swampwalker, so do you recall the exact function of this input? Or was it just labeling done to prevent confusion of the conventionally used "tape/source" or "source/monitor loop on" switch designation? 
Tape input on preamp - Can I use for other sources
Kr4, you state:Some are tape head inputs which are like phono inputs in that they have much greater gain and special EQ compared to line level inputs.I never heard of such an input on a consumer preamp. To what are you referring?Joeylawn36111, tru... 
Accuphase DP-90/DC-91 combo.
I have an Accuphase DP-75V. I was interested in doing some upgrade mods to "improve" the sound quality. I was advised by a well known mod guy at the CES not to do it! You might be able to improve the sound; you might also deteriorate the sound. On... 
Amazing ''Overachieving'' products...your pick?
Custom Power Cords Top Gun and Power Block+ 
What stole your attention from HiFi?
Well Lugnut, your later descriptions of your Nova sure shed a lot more light on what you went through to build your car, than did your first post. Sounds like you really loved that machine...sorry that you had to sell it! 
What stole your attention from HiFi?
Lugnut, Whoa, take it easy! My apologies. From your first description, it sounded like primarily a streeter, with some mods! Especially the part about "street tires". How the hell did you get it to "hook up" with street tires for an ET in the mid ... 
What stole your attention from HiFi?
Lugnut, you state: My Nova ran mid tens at 5500 feet corrected elevation. Small block, one carb, pump gas, through the mufflers on street tires. Oh yeah, a stick too. No nitrous or forced air induction. I did it the hard way.What engine, and what ... 
Unintended lyrics
Wrapped up like a deuce,Another runner in the night. 
Power Cord Priority
CD/SACD player first. 
Tenor Audio
Ah, $20,000, and no warrantee, because the manufacturer vanishes into the night! I'll stick with Atma-sphere, thank you very much!As stated earlier. Ralph Karsten of Atma-sphere can service Tenor amps, and his company and his Circlotron design hav... 
ELP laser turntable - any comments?
I heard one at the CES [2002 or 2003]. It was difficult to tell the sonic qualities, due to the other equipment in the chain. It is rather pricey, and has been carried and dropped by several distributors over the years. I would be concerned about ...