goldeneraguy

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stillpoint question
I found them to work best on turntables when used with Mini Inverse Risers between the Stillpoint and table for security and Standard Risers at the base of the Stillpoint for sound. 
Your First Concert was.....
Alan Freed's 1955 Rock&Roll Show.Acadamy Of Music in NYCA Group named 'The Wrens opened the show and 2-3 hours later "The Cadillacs" Closed the show. 
Speakers for Rock Music
For rock music from the 70's and 80's I would suggest a speaker famous in that era at DISCO'S (I know you hate that word)Cerwin Vega.They now make newer and well reviewed models. 
Help with final choice of efficient speakers
David You may have already selected one of the fine speakersthat have been mentioned.I can only add that I am somewhat familiar with your outstanding Solista.I heard it driving Sonus Faber Homage speakers beautifully and must say I have never hear... 
6SN7 tubes
When in doubt you should check with the Manufacturer before making any changes.That said.If your driver tubes are 6SN7GTB you can NOT use the 6SN7 or substitutes other then 6SN7GTA The GTB and GTA tubes have higher voltages that your amp requires.... 
Newbie - Which USED Amp & Preamp for under $2500
You can thank Kurt_Tank now or you can thank him later.What ever you do HEED his advise. 
Transfiguration:sonic balance/Axia shares Phoenix
Without being technical.Just using my ears and heart.I must agree with Neil.I listened to the Phoenix but fell in love with the Temper V.If I could afford a J A cartridge I would jump at the chance to own one. TP,why are you looking to change. 
Passive Preamps
I think the only thing Clio09 and I can agree on is that we disagree.As Tvad stated there are no right or wrongs here.It doesn't matter what has been written or whom uses what.What matters is what one hears and I find actives to be more to my liki... 
Passive Preamps
I agree with Phaelon.Passives are a little to cool and the lack bloom of higher end actives 
Acoustic Revive RR-77 Ultra low pulse generator
I have been using the SR plugs for several months with excellent results and no ill effects.I leave them plugged in at all times and have only positives to say about them. 
What is the chain of importance in analog system ?
Everyones opinion here deserves consideration.For once a thread with over 20 posts and not one argument.There is hope for us yet.Now to the question:I feel that in order to hear what is possible with a great analog front end (turntable,tonearm,car... 
How large is your music collection?
About 2,000 LP's.All bought new starting back in the Mono days of the 1950's.Mostly jazz then on to rock in the late 60's and a mix of everything else since then. 
Who gets your system and music after you are gone?
Hevaci I will have the same problem.Therefore if I cant take it with me ,I'm not going to go. 
Where are you buying new vinyl?
Decatur Street New Orleans.Years back I found an entire building full of Lp's.They were closed for the day and I had to catch an early flight out.I was never able to get back that way and that was pre Katrina so I dont know if it still stands. 
How much power for Teledyne AR-9's
Back in the early 80's I ran my AR9's with a Phase Linear D-400 then a 400 watt Hafler.I used a Phase Linear 200 pre and then an Apt Holman with the Hafler.I'm sorry to have to disagree with some of the posters.I always felt that their impressive ...