jimmyblues

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Top Ten Tuners of all Time??
The most interesting aspect in having these types of posts is how depending on the popularity of certain tuners, they will immediately experience a boost in their prices. I remember years ago when the founders of the by invitation only AudioMart m... 
Systemdek IIX and a vpi scout
I've never owned a VPI, however, presently own a mid 80's vintage Systemdek IIX with original Profile (Made by Jelco) tonearm with the removable headshell, and Sumiko Blue Point Special MC phono cartridge.After owning a few Rega Planar 2's of vari... 
Older PURE CLASS-A Amplifiers
A shortlist of the amplifiers you are looking for:Classe DR-3B or DR-3 VHC (very high current)Bedini 25/25 under serial number 100 -- these were the real 25's -- not the later and cheaper Japanese version, as John likes to call them.Levinson ML-2'... 
Your Favorite Top 10 tuners all time
I've owned at least 60 tuners in the past twenty five years, from some real cheapo's to some expensive gear.With the exception of the few tuners that I purchased new from a friend in the business, most were purchased well used, and well maintained... 
Designer Hall of Fame
Naim's Julian Vereker. Julian was one of the first, if not the first to incorporate the use of an external power supply into his amplifiers, which offered dramatic improvements in overall sound quality.His designs were also extremely appealing in ...