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Does an isolation transformer improve a power cable?
Hi AudiolabyrinthThe isolation transformers I use in my system are industrial ones like Topaz. They range from 1 kVA to 2.4 kVA. Another one I use are older Tice Power blocks. The con of these isolation transformers are they are big bulky and not ... 
Audio Technica AT150MLX finally gets some respect
Hi JohnnyThanks for the prompt and detailed response. The guy I bought the AT150MLX from already mounted it onto the stock Technics headshell and I replaced the stock wires with aftermarket Litz wire from a vendor on E-bay. I'll give this a try fi... 
Fisher 100b repair/restoration
Hi JerryIf you are in the NYC area. Scott Gramlich of SG Custom Sound is a good repairman for electronics and speakers.He's in Douglaston Queens. His number is (718) 224-5083Additional information can be found here.http://www.yelp.com/biz/sg-custo... 
Audio Technica AT150MLX finally gets some respect
Sorry if this is a repeat question.With your SL120 M5G and the Audio Technica AT150MLX how did it perform with just the stock Technics headshell?Also with the PTFE plumbers tape wrap how many times did you wrap the tonearm? So far I did one round ... 
6L6WGC/5881 Tube choices for Amp
I always liked green labeled Sylvania 6L6GC tubes when I had an amp that used the 6L6 type tubes.For new tubes I say try the Sovtek.http://www.dougstubes.com/power-tubes/6l6-5881-kt66.html 
VERY RARE: Micro Acoustics QDC1e
From reviewing completed Ebay listings price range for a comparable Micro Acoustics QDC1e in a similar condition was $78-$90 before shipping. A new Micro Acoustics QDC1e cart went for $160. Sellers have listed this cart new though at $242-$285 but... 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
In a small room a pair of Ohm Walsh 2s and restored Phase Linear 700B rocked my house when I played the Metallica Mexico City Blu Ray some years ago.Another speaker that did well when I played all sorts of Metal for me were KEF 104/2 speakers with... 
MM cart on a fr24 arm
I saw in another forum someone used a Denon DL-103 MC Cart with the fidelity research fr24 tonearm. 
New Version Jolida JD502P issues.
I'm in a similar boat with the Wolf man. I've put in a matched quad of Tung Sol KT-150s in my factory modded Jolida JD-502P as well. It does run hot but sounds SO good. 
Emotiva Preamp Any good?
Seasoned audio buddies of mine really love the Emotiva USP-1 preamp especially the phono section of it. 
Best value in a HO movig magnet $150-$200
I really like the Denon DL-110 HOMC but the TT I use it with is a Technics 1200Mk2.On my other TT that has a Origin Live modified RB-250 arm I really like the Ortofon Super OM20 Cart. The thing I like with the OM series of carts is I can change th... 
Tube question - need new ones
I agree with Miner42. Check with Jim McShane for his thoughts on the tubes for your CJ gear. I've bought from Jim McShane in the past for all sorts of tubes and they have turned out great with my gear. 
Best Cartridge for technics sl1200mk2
Doesn't the Zu Audio modded Denon 103 cart require a totally different tonearm to be mounted on a Technics 1200 series TT in order to get the best sq out of it? That was the impression I got when looking at the Zu Audio Denon years ago.http://3.bp... 
upgrade advice from a Linn LP12
Not much found so far when I checked VinylEngine to see what members there have gone onto.Here are some links I've found regarding the Linn LP12. If you have already seen these links my apologies for the duplicate info.http://www.vinylengine.com/l... 
Sumo preamp
Hi BBaxley2The main guy regarding SUMO and other James Bongiorno designs is Mike Bettinger. He restored my Sumo Nine amplifier year ago and did a phenomenal job. At the time Mike had different price points for the fixes he does.Here is his contact...