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$300-$500 Cartridge for Thorens TD-1601 Turntable
@markalarsen hey there, funny,  it’s a legit question. This thread is from July 2023, so not only did I think about it, but I did it, I put the Nagaoka on there. I like it. At the time I’d spend a lot of money, and didn’t feel like I could spend m... 
Beware - FedEx Drivers are forging signatures for delivery confirmation
In my area UPS drivers work for UPS and the service is good, same for USPS. FedEx is a mix-and-match of people in rented trucks who are subcontractors. They are way less reliable and accountable.  
Nearfield Low-Level Listening : New Speakers or EQ? Thoughts?
Thanks for all the input, feedback, advice, cautions, and even the non-sequiturs.  The Loki Max arrives today, so I should have impressions here next week.  Any further counsel on EQ settings will be heard and heard. Kind regards, gm      
What actually determines volume power? Is it watts?
Knowing the speakers will likely make this thread more informative, and thus more enjoyable (for me anyway). No system logged in profile.  
Nearfield Low-Level Listening : New Speakers or EQ? Thoughts?
@mswale Thanks for the compliment on the gear. To be clear, I do have the opportunity to turn it up, and it does sound much better! Thanks to all who have commented and given their time and expertise.  Much appreciated.  
Nearfield Low-Level Listening : New Speakers or EQ? Thoughts?
Good input.  Lots to consider.  Volume, Amp, speakers, EQ, room, tubes, voice coil diameter, F-M Curve … I will try the EQ first.  I have thought about higher sensitivity speakers, always wondered about Fyne F700/701.  A tube amp has been in the ... 
Declare the correct value on the Customs form?
Now, or ever, is no time to engage in fraud.  
Slee Reflex M vs Schiit Mani 2 vs Fidler Spartan 15
I have had the Schiit Mani and the Skol, Skol is a big upgrade.  
2025 Audio System Wish List Time!
Schiit Loki Max EQ  
Ugliest Component of the Year 2024!
Almost the entire Macintosh line, to me, has the design sensibility of a flying mallet.  
Help Deciding On New Speakers For Small Room, $10k budget
Totem?  
Ideas for low cost amplifiers with gain control
Helpful responses. Thank you. The matching preamp to the Parasound A23 has high pass and low pass filters, providing even more control.  
Turntable suggestions for a newbie
Keep in mind that the Skoll has balanced inputs, so you might consider a turntable that has balanced outputs. I have the Skoll, and I am happy with my Thorens TD 1601. I run a Nagaoka cartridge with it. I enjoy the arm lift and shutoff features. ... 
Paradigm Studio 20 V3 Tweeter Swap
Great Speakers. I have Studio 40 v2.  Keep returning to them.  Good luck.  
It Pegged the Needle on My "BS Meter". Now, I'm A Believer. Ever Happen to You?
@freediver you still using a tube buffer?  If so, open to recommendations.  Using a Accuphase integrated, happy but open to …. thx