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Loricraft Garrard 301 to Dobbins Sp10 Mk3 - What can I expect ?
I have to ask this question, you purchased an sp10 MKIII that is coming up on 40 years old.  They are expensive, much more so than a SP10 MkII.  What happens if something breaks?  Are parts available for all repairs?  I mean it has to be over 1... 
Acoustical Systems APOLYT Turntable – The Revelation
Acoustical Systems APOLYTA modern, world class analog playback machine worth lusting after.  Someday......someday.... :)  
Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)
tzh21yIt appeared as if jpjones3318 had torn apart an sp 10R only to return it.  I may have read into that wrong, my bad.After speaking with the designer of my direct drive, I can understand why, as what is under the hood may be a shock to some.  ... 
Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)
PaniSome of these guys have compared the Sp10 Mk3 and Sp10-R. Every one of them preferred the Sp10 Mk3. Again same observation, Mk3 has much more drive and pace while 10-R is more audiophile kinds, sophisticated and nice types. Every serious a... 
Loricraft Garrard 301 to Dobbins Sp10 Mk3 - What can I expect ?
paniKind sir, curious, for the sake of comparison was the Garrard 301 Loricraft model you previously owned also using the "hollow box frame" style stock plinth with the rest stock? Any modifications?  Curious as to which era ie. version the used M... 
Technics: PLINTHS: Dobbins, Porter, or Thompson?
Just before I finally decide to order the Sp10r, I’ll be researching bespoke plinth offerings more closely, including from the aforementioned manufactures Chakster mentioned above. Right now, several of my audio friends overseas and another here i... 
Technics: PLINTHS: Dobbins, Porter, or Thompson?
Knollbrent What’s a guy/gal looking at regarding price for custom plinth of new SP-10R without having to sell a kidney or testicle??? Or just sell the kidney and get one ordered. Rather tongue in cheek question, no? We all know this hobby is expen... 
SAT 30K+$$ TONEARM: W O R T H T O H A V E I T ?
Does anyone know if SAT announced specifications and pricing for the latest series of more modestly price tonearms rumored to be released soon? Comparisons between siblings may prove interesting... Academic arguments.  When discussing different t... 
Artisan Fidelity Achates SE
gilles130Right.  Monarchy ac power supplies are no longer being produced, apparently the owner has retired.   
Artisan Fidelity Achates SE
As of today, the most flexible regulated ac power supply I have used with the 301 Statement is the Sound Carrier UTPS.  I have a Monarchy as well in storage.  What I really like about the UTPS is the ability to finely trim and lock output frequenc... 
Artisan Fidelity Achates SE
goldman Presently, the Ikeda IT407 + Koetsu Coralstone combination are running on the Garrard 301 Statement, a musical combination to die for.  This beautifully designed table is definitely a keeper for the long haul.  The secondary arm slot is op... 
if I buy an ultrasonic cleaner for my records will I be able to hear the difference?
"if I buy an ultrasonic cleaner for my records will I be able to hear the difference?"If you are serious about vinyl playback, yes.  In use, the KLAudio ultrasonic machine outperformed my previous Keith Monks and VPI's by way of thorough record cl... 
Artisan Fidelity Achates SE
The Achates SE is a no-holds-barred all-out design of the Lenco.  Chris ultimately designed and executed a table that delivers all of the best of an idler with neutrality, background silence and probably most importantly, life!  This table allo... 
Micro RX 5000 Renaissance?
It may be just a coincidence, but looking through the various reports of the recent Munich high end event I've noticed no fewer than four (!) different turntables that all look suspiciously like the Micro RX-5000Makes sense.  Fundamentally, Micr... 
Ortofon SPU Century, time to celebrate the heritage?
The trophy hunters just love 'limited editions'. And in my opinion ANY cartridge over $2k is a rip off, not just SPU's. I must admit I'm guilty of paying a bit more than that on a few occasions, but I draw the line at $2.5k.In my opinion, I can...