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ATC SCM 7 V.3 and
Test the JBL 4309, blew my SCM20 out of the water. Bought the JBL.  
What does a subwoofer solve?
Brings more problems than benefits. Get a good full range and use the sub for HT only  
Testing stylus wear.
Many of us have this issue. Thanks for bringing it up. The easiest way is exactly the way you describe. Have a spare new replacement stylus, and when you feel that it's worn, swop and listen. If it sounds similar, swop back and store the new. If i... 
MM or HO MC Cartridge Choice-Input Please
As time goes on, you begin to appreciate the KIS rule. So, stay with a good MM, forget the fiddling and enjoy the music. AT make brilliant good value bang for the buck cartridges.  
AT33PTG/II upgrade? Compatible?
Yes, AT33PTG works well. And A Sutherland is flexible enough to cater to anything and the sound is great. I have done that.    BUT Stay will MM Try the AT 540 Cartridge  
Technics SL 1200GR with What Cartridge???
I have an SL1200 Mk5 and use an AT 540ML and could not be happier. Solid sound presentation and easy to set up. Stylus replacement is easy and no worries about loading etc. Phonostage is the one inbuilt into my Parasound Hint 6 and speakers are JB... 
What Integrated Amp do You use
Parasound Halo Hint 6 
Everybody’s Top 5 - Vinyl
Metallica- Black Album / and Justice for AllMegadeth -Rust in Peace / Peace SellsSlayer - Reign in Blood /South of HeavenOverkill - Taking Over / I hear BlackMichael Jackson - Bad / Thriller 
ATC OR Musical Fidelity
@verdantaudioYou make a very good pointOne is designed for use with actives whereas the other for a matching to a power amp. Thank you for the input.Luckily, both are available in stock in Singapore. Cheers mate 
What is the most important component to consider while building a new system?
1) Speakers. 2) Active or PassiveThen start building 
Anyone with tinnitus or hearing loss who is into "high-end" audio?
I am one of the lucky ones I guess. I have stereo tinny. And mine is a high pitched whine, like walking into a forest full of insects.  Some serious hearing loss in the left eat due to a bad flu. But, I still enjoy music. It gets a wee bit uncomfy... 
You could work for any manufacturer, past or present...
SME or ATCDefinitely 
You could work for any manufacturer, past or present...
SME or ATCDefinitely 
Does anyone collect something else other than music.
Little clay cottages.  
Frustrated with Vinly
Get an ultrasonic cleaner. Most of your pops and clicks will vanish.