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Help Me Build a Vinyl System
Lots of good sound advice.. Rauliruegas spelled it out perfectly...I started in the same position as you are now.I have spent approx 15K on my vinyl system and lps in just over a year. My budget was 5K...good luck!I hate cleaning records too! 
What preamps outshine the Aesthetix Calypso?
I upgraded to the Calypso Signature and could not be happier. More musical and dynamic with less noise, but also more $$$$. Not as sensitive to tube selection...I can hardly find a tube that sounds bad in it unless the tube has a defect. If you sp... 
So what is the best speaker you have ever owned?
Audio Physic Virgo IIs... with a pair of Rel Storm III subs. Match this combo up with much more expensive full range speakers. 
Audio Physics Virgo II's; What amp?
I like Pass Labs class A amps with my Virgo IIs. I use Aleph 2 mono blocks currently but have matched them with many amps over the last 8 or 9 years years. The newer Pass Int-30 would probably be a very nice match if you want a integrated. 
Aesthetix Calypso Signature vs. ARC REF 3
Theo, I have not auditiond the Arc ref3 but I did go and upgrage my Calypso to a Signature. It is very nice and a great improvment, when I was expecting only a small gain in overall performance. 
Aesthetix Calypso Signature vs. ARC REF 3
No one answered Theo's question... Has anyone compared the Aesthetix Calpso SIGNATURE to the ARC REf. 3??? 
Aesthetix Calypso or Pass Labs Preamp
I use a Aesthetix Calypso, Pass Xono phono, Pass Aleph 2 monos. I have had all the previous generation Pass Labs pre amps X-1, X-0.2 etc.but have not heard the XP line. I think the Calypso mates better with my system and room. I believe it's all a... 
Is the Basis 2001 a solid enough table to keep.
I ended up with a Basis 2200 Signature, Vector 4 arm and a Lyra Delos cartridge...I could not be more pleased with the combo. I'm now buying lps and spending my time listening to music again. My dealings with A.J. at Basis and Bill at Audiofiel we... 
Pass Labs Xono vs. Aesthetix Rhea
I am also just setting up a TT, mine is scheduled to arrive Sept.22. I bought a used Pass Xono to match w/my Pass Aleph amps.I have been using a old Kenwood TT that I got for free. Funny thing I am using a Aesthetix Calypso line stage..and have al... 
Lyra Delos or Transfiguration Axia or ?
Thank's for all the advice, (you too Bill) I bought the Delos....but my TT does not arrive till Sept. 22. Lots of time to contemplate my next upgrade...I mean buy more lps.... lucky I'm going backpacking for 2 weeks, I'll save a ton of money! 
Lyra Delos or Transfiguration Axia or ?
Actusreus....I do not have a cartridge as of yet. I ordered a Denon 103 and sold it a week later. I still have not received my TT. I am stuck in between starting with a enty level cart. vs a mid-level that is a better match with my setup. 
Help with Cartridge selection
Shit, I ment to start a new thread! 
Help with Cartridge selection
Buy a new Dynavector DV20X-L or a used (40hr) original Benz Micro Rudy wood body?TT will be a Basis 2200 signature W/Vector4 arm.Thanks,Greg 
Help with Cartridge selection
Buy a new Dynavector DV20X-L or a 40hr used (40hr) original Benz Micro Rudy wood body?TT will be a Basis 2200 signature W/Vector4 arm.Thanks,Greg 
Help with Cartridge selection
Anyone want to chime in on the Benz Micro Ruby (wood body) low output 0.3mv cart.New Dynavector dv20x or slightly used Benz Micro Ruby?