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| Changing the 6550 power tube in a Audio Research Ref 6SE Preamp Thanks to one & all ! It seems the consensus is: Yes, non-SovTek 6550 tubes are safe to uses and will have unique sonic characteristics. If I am unsatisfied, I can always return to the SovTek 6550 (from ARC or else ware) should others seem... | |
| Where's the next weak link in my analog chain? +1 for a better MC Why? Cartridges ware out eventually. You are already committed to buying one or retipping the one you currently have, so start there! FYI - I am very happy with my Hanna ML, which is on your short-list (my system is posted). ... | |
| Declare the correct value on the Customs form? P.S. to the above part b. - I assumed that the port-of-entry agent noticed the LP is undervalued and may not notice the 'returned goods' box was checked. This is reasonable because Tariffs and Fraud are higher-priority issues than 'returned goods... | |
| Declare the correct value on the Customs form? As many have stated: a. No one pays a Customs "(Country Name} Return Goods" duty on this item. So, this is NOT a Customs Duty ($) issue. b. If you lower the value of this item from $1200 to $50, you may red-flag this shipment at the port-of-e... | |
| Turntable upgrade +2 a better Phono-Pre will make a significant improvement. I currently us a Zesto Andros 1.2. It was one of the best upgrades that I have ever made. Also, the 12AX7 JJ tubes last for thousands of hours, are inexpensive and available from all of... | |
| Beware, scammers everywhere Another TIP... When considering a private-party purchase, I ask the seller to provide the items SERIAL NUMBER, when applicable. Scammers hate this question because it allows potential buyers to verify the item is REAL, and usually, what retail... | |
| GROUNDING - assistance on how NOT to shock yourself I have had similar experiences for years until I realized the simple solution was right in front of me... My gear is in my living room and the floor is covered with a large wool rug. a. Sometimes I would get shocked just by touching something i... | |
| Package Has Disappeared in USPS System To all who buy gear from non-U.S. sources. Yes, U.S. Customs may detain and inspect your items (unless they are part of a diplomatic shipment). These inspections rest upon a long-established, legal authority and process. Furthermore, your items... | |
| Any experience with VPI Super Prime scout with 10.5 inch tone arm I have a VPI that uses the Memorial 10.5 unipivot tonearm. Like many, I prefer the unipivot design, but I want to share two essential 'tweeks'. A. When installed, the tonearm rests in a 'cup', and VPI recommends the adding a viscous oil to th... | |
| Merry Christmas One and All To All - Happy Holidays. I wish you good health the closeness of family and friends. During Christmas, I tend to play the 'classics' this time of year: Bing, Nat, Julie, yet one of my favorite Christmas songs is by a lesser-known artist - Nana... | |
| Bogus Ratings for MOFI SACD's As most folks, I take reviews with a grain-of-salt. I look for relevant, real-world details. I also realize that the 'bad stuff' is filtered out. ...THAT is why forum like this one are so valuable and relevant! | |
| And a Ho! Ho! Ho! To All! Happy Holidays to one and all! Now, relax and enjoy some music ;-) | |
| My All Time Christmas Song If anyone is still following... Old Toy Trains written by Roger Miller and covered by Nana Mouskouri (she has released over 200 albums in at least thirteen languages) is simply wonderful. | |
| Why Do ~You~ Still Play CDs? The better my system gets, the better Redbook CDs sound... Having watch the development of the digital-sound market for 15+ years, I prefer the relative simplicity and SQ of CDs and LPs. Compared to streaming, CDs tend to have equal or better... | |
| Can you recommend Jazz for some one that doesn't like Jazz? Great, and please share your list. I keep trying... |