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Brand new Technics SL-1210GR platter wobble ... disappointed!
I would get a 1200 mk5, in good condition. Sometimes you find NOS. Wait till the 1200gr is back in stock, resell the mk5 for about same money. 
Brand new Technics SL-1210GR platter wobble ... disappointed!
I hope technics will take note of the issues reported here. 
Brand new Technics SL-1210GR platter wobble ... disappointed!
OP: I looked at the videos. Well that is disappointing. To be expected from a Chinese piece of junk. Except, that this should be Japanese product of the highest caliber possible. And also, now, Chinese make high quality products (if they want). So... 
Warm, rich but detailed SS preamp (made you give up tubes)
teo_audio,Ok, but how about using a tube input for something like a modern class D output stage, like the Purifi 1et400a. Would this be better then a traditional all round ss amp?     
built-in phono stages -- good idea?
Wouldn't the shield box easily shield from the motor? 
built-in phono stages -- good idea?
The power supply would be external of course. Only low voltage in the turntable + shield box on the actual compact phono stage.I don't know... it seems like a good idea to have the amplification as close as possible to the delicate signal source, ... 
Types of speakers to create nightclub style sound?
"Night club systems are PA systems, not audiophile systems"Yes. But I find that good PA systems sound closer to live sound than almost any Audiophfile systems.  One exception that comes to mind would be Avangarde trio -- that one was good. OP want... 
Types of speakers to create nightclub style sound?
Who cares about the op? Aren't we just venting out in response to the usual audiophile equipment non-sense talk? Oh wait, no. OP had a good question so we all trying to help him. Yep, that's it! 
Types of speakers to create nightclub style sound?
I am familiar with QSC CP8. I would rate the Tannoy V8 over the QSC's in terms of sound quality. Also the V8 can be purchased for around $350 used, for the pair. All that being said, the Tannoy V12 would outperform both of the above, no contest. H... 
Types of speakers to create nightclub style sound?
As an option to Funktion One, you may look for a used VOID system. Overall, expensive but good sounding when set up properly. Do not forget, Visual Appeal is also nice for a party. It makes people pay attention to the sound system and draws them i... 
Types of speakers to create nightclub style sound?
I can answer the question because I have this type of a listening space/venue with very similar needs. My space is 550sq ft, and at times I have 20-30 people listening at party levels. Other times, quiet listening. From other posts -- KEF, Goldene... 
Miracles in Audio, by luck, by good choices,by design or by tweaking...
mahgister,Breaker advice taken :) What size/thickness tile would you recommend to try? 
Miracles in Audio, by luck, by good choices,by design or by tweaking...
mahgister, Why not place the shungite tile directly on principal breaker, mine is 200A (inside the electrical panel)? 
Miracles in Audio, by luck, by good choices,by design or by tweaking...
whostolethebatmobile,Do you have a recommendation on the source of shungite tile and ataxite stone to try on my mains breaker?thanks. 
Long XLR cables - DIY construction suggestions?
Anyone have exprerience with DNM cables in xlr configuration? Interesting that they use no shield.