garybx

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Oppo Ceasing production
Since I couldn't decide whether to get a UDP-203 or UDP-205, I got one of each. Now I HAVE to decide which to keep. What are the main differences between the two units. In my case, my D/A cost more than the 205, and I'm very happy with its perform... 
Your first component that was "special"
For me it was the ESS AMT-1 speakers with the Heil tweeter, along with a Marantz 2245 receiver and Garrard turntable. 
Grateful Dead: Mars Hotel LP recording
I don't have the MFSL Mars Hotel, but I do have an original pressing. I'll have to pull it off the shelf and see how that pressing sounds. 
Trans-fi Terminator T3PRO opinions please...
I'm also on the verge of getting a Terminator.Does Vic only ship them with the latest/greatest headshell (Tomahawk)? Or is there a "standard" headshell and an optional higher quality headshell?Is it practical to use multiple headshells and easily ... 
Timeline Calculator
Frank_sm,I am using the PlatterSpeed iPhone app in conjunction with the Analogue Productions test LP. It works great. I have a Rega P25 which is notoriously fast as are most Rega turntables. As I try different tweaks, I can quickly measure whether... 
Transfi Salvation Turntable opinions
Johnjc, you say "The table is not for everyone" - can you elaborate on what you mean? The Salvation is on my short list for my next turntable, and I'm interested in all the info I can get, including any downsides.Thanks! 
Top jazz trios piano, bass, drums on vinyl?
I have the Bill Evans box set of 45rpm pressings from Analogue Productions. It is a treasure trove of jazz, and it even includes the Cannonball Adderley "Know What I Mean" album with Bill Evans (probably my favorite of all the wonderful albums in ... 
Problem with a Marantz AV9000
My old AV9000 always did the same thing - I'm pretty sure it's an oversight in its design. I kept the main settings written down on a piece of paper on the end table next to the couch so that I could fairly quickly re-set the configuration.That's ... 
Marantz AV8003 Processor
I also use the AV8003 and am generally very pleased. The one thing that I can't figure out is whether there is a direct remote control code to set the audio mode. Every time that I switch from one of my HDMI inputs to a composite video input, the ...