helomech
Responses from helomech
| Speakers with warm treble and good bass Based on your requirements, I highly recommend trying to audition the Epos Elan or Epic series. The speakers do have a somewhat utilitarian look, but they are extremely good for their modest price.I own a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 8s and use th... | |
| Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI I appreciate everyone's input. I'm about 90% set on going the route of continuing to mod the Thorens. However, I do enjoy really deep bass, and I've read that even the best sprung turntables never excel in that respect. | |
| Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI Raymonda,WTRP, are you referring to a Well Tempered? I am leaning toward the Jelco tonearm, partly because my TD166 is in beautiful condition and I think I'd forever wonder what could've been if I didn't maximize its potential. I also have a Pion... | |
| Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI I run my Thorens with a music hall cruise control. It seems to run at the correct speed (checked by strobe disc) when the controller reads 33.5 rpm. I agree that any table in that price range should hold perfect speed without an outboard controlle... | |
| Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI Thanks for the insight. | |
| Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI TableJockey,Thanks for the tip. I was unaware of the variations. I have a Music Hall Cruise control which allegedly is compatible with some VPI models. It works well with my Thorens. How do you like the sound of the Classic? | |
| Best Component Ever, for the money My vote goes to my Epos Epic 2s that were clearanced at $400. Easily hold their own against my $2200 Monitor Audio floor standers. Another good one is my Topping D20 DAC for $100. It's just as good as the Musical Fidelity V90. |