goldeneraguy

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Bad Hum Coming Through Amp, What Happened?
Guys,Now I GOT IT. Thank you for that clarification.Rtn1 I have interest in the Tripoint.Might be to expensive for me though.I spoke to Miguel shortly before RMAF but we have not spoken since.Can I ask your thoughts on the TROY 
Bad Hum Coming Through Amp, What Happened?
Rtn1 and Almarg,I just want to be sure of the procedure in taping the ground post.When using a turntable do you connectthe grounding lead from the turntable to the grounding post on the preamp and then wrap the grounding post with Electrical tape.... 
Phono PreAmp with less than a 12" x 15" footprint
I remember the Paragons well.unique look and expensive for the time.You might do well to look into a 47 Lab Phono Cube and power supply.Not only are they small,they are terrific sounding as well. 
Shindo Masseto Tubes and Fuses
YG---For the info you seek contact Jonathan Halpern at Tone Audio.Jonathan is the US Importer for Shindo.He is a straight shooter and wont steer you wrong.If you are on the west coast you might want to contact Matthew Rotunda at Pitch Perfect Audi... 
What makes a record collection "great"?
A great record is one that moves YOU.The more records you have that move YOU the greater the collection. 
Our home system: How good it is?
Raul--- The best of luck with your diffuser projectRegardsEd 
Our home system: How good it is?
Hi Raul ---just wondering if you completed your evaluation of the Skyline's in other places in your room.If so,your thoughts please. 
Vpi vs. TW Acustic
Sirspeedy --I am puzzled by your refusal to mention anything about comparisons you have made between the turntables you like and the TW design which you dont.I have no agenda and have appreciated your thoughts on other threads.I would think you wo... 
SET vs OTL
Several years ago the late Terry Cain told me his favorite tubes are the 45's period.End of discussion. 
Some irrefutable truths about rock and roll
Rock And Roll rebellious,well maybe slightly.Nothing compared to the late 1960's.I think the 50's was a naive innocent time and the music spoke to that.The joy of being in love and the heartbreak of being dumped.But as was written in the past "It'... 
Some irrefutable truths about rock and roll
"Rock and Roll" was coined by the late Alan Freed.Freed was a radio disc jockey whom came to NYC from Cleveland in the early 1950's.He used the term Rock and Roll for the upbeat music he spun by artists like Chuck Berry,Bo Diddley,Little Richard L... 
Looking to get into tubes?
Spindrifter You have been at this since the early 60's.If your ears survived Solid State from then till now I would hesitate to change.While I love tubes it's going to be difficult to do it on your given budget.SS has taken GIANT leaps forward ove... 
Why are most High End Amps class A
When did audiophile's start to worry about the electric billThere are some great A/B Amps but they are not great because they are less expensive to operate or that they cost less to obtain.To think that way is to say a Honda is better then a Ferra... 
Your Thoughts On My Sonic Lab Cartridges
Syntex,I perused the analog gear in your system and greatly respect your opinion.I am analog only and currently use a Temper V and have had the 90X.If My Sonic Lab forced you to digital I guess its not for me.Also my thanks to Prcinka for the link 
Are There Any Good, High Power Solid State Amps?
Louis1,All the suggestions are good and the list is plentiful.Of course one or two will always get overlooked.Because you feel a need for more power and to be sure the amp is also a match for your pre.I would suggest that you start a short list wi...