islandmandan
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| Upgrades for Scoutmaster, In order of improvement? Hi, I am currently enjoying a modestly upgraded Scout, went to Sig. arm, then instead of the SDS, which I also think is overpriced, got a PS Audio P-300 power regenerator. While it will not precisely control speed under all circumstances, it does ... | |
| why did you buy a separate HT amp? I'm with Pacific Island Audio. I use a separate 300wpc amp for my front speakers, along with a passive pre-amp with pass-through. Maximized two channel, not as much strain on my multi-channel amp. Enables bi-amping of center channel with the open ... | |
| TT Noob questions Try getting a Milty Zerostat3, proper use as follows: with table still, gun 12" above lp, slowly squeeze trigger while pointing at 12 o'clock position. Move to 8 o'clock and repeat, then to 4 o'clock. Then point away from table to floor, and slowl... | |
| Imaging problem, or lack thereof...any ideas Joe, I really don't think it's your dac. In my system, imaging is amazing. Speakers seem to disappear. Can you try running a coax digital signal from your digital source to the dac? I'm not at all familiar with the PS3, but I think an HDMI feed is... | |
| Imaging problem, or lack thereof...any ideas I'm not sure what I have to say has any relevance, but I run a coax signal from my cd player into first a Genesis Digital Time Lens, then to my Musical Fidelity A3/24 dac, then to a Sonic Euphoria PLC. I run a separate two-channel system with my m... | |
| VPI Scoutmaster is showing signs of life Glad to hear you are starting to get the most out of your table. Try Mapleshade's Nanomount system, only about $95, for a solid improvement, and as has been said repeatedly in the thread, order the MintLP arc tractor to absolutely nail set-up. You... | |
| Help choosing a new cartridge Hello Sinister, You might consider something in the Dynavector line, a DV10X5, DV20XL, or used DV17D3. For an even bigger improvement, order a MintLP arc protractor, (now $110), and find out how your analog front end is supposed to really sound. C... | |
| Mint Tractor Yep, Doug and all, I am certainly glad to be on the same page as you heavy hitters as far as the MintLP is concerned. My modestly-tricked-out Sig. Scout sounds better than I ever dreamed it would, the arc device from Yip making the biggest differe... | |
| Mint Tractor I've been watching this thread with some interest, as I've been enjoying the benefits of Yip's handiwork for a couple of weeks now. I was sure Stanley would find improvement over the VPI jig, as I did. So refreshing to get such major improvemen... | |
| Using platforms / shelves under floorstanders? I used Brightstar BigRock platforms under my Contour 5.4's for quite a while, and they worked ok, but I found they work much better under my source components, where they actually do some good. I am using the supplied spikes, and they are a pain i... | |
| help with full system cable overhaul I recently moved my entire system 180 degrees in my living room, to take advantage of better coupling with loudspeakers oriented the long way, as opposed to short, as before. (Hence the name, 180 change, 360 degree improvement). My analog front en... | |
| help with full system cable overhaul I second the Synergistic Research recommendation, and the Cable Company suggestion. They usually have a good selection of used SR cables, and knowledgeable staff to make recommendations. Best of luck, Dan | |
| Weird issue with my VPI... please help Dynavector does work very well in the signature arm. Not bright, but well balanced (amazing with those high-rez 45 lp's). You might consider getting another cartridge, something fairly inexpensive yet good, to see if that takes care of the problem... | |
| Weird issue with my VPI... please help I'm thinking it's something in the set-up of the cartridge. Being set up, and then shipped, something could easily have gotten out of whack. It's a good and rewarding thing to learn proper set-up, and not that difficult to do, with the right tools... | |
| importance of interconnect from scout sig to pre I forgot to mention I'm using a Scout Signature also. Dan |