jond

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Hum with Ypsilon MC26L SUT that goes away with touching
+ 1 stringreen I was about to say the same thing 
Audio Research Sold
He also used to work for ARC as their national sales director from what I read. 
Integrated Amplifier Suggestions?
Congratulations that's a gorgeous amp! 
Listening as a civilian
rvpiano I hope your recovery is speedy and the tunes soothing to your body and soul. 
Passing of an Audiogon Member
RIP Ezra and I hope you hear wonderful music where you are now. 
New <$1K streamer
Nice looking device but one of those USB in's says future? So maybe it's not active yet? 
My testing confirms 16/88 is the best sounding sample rate
They do it all the time. Never trust they. They are out to get you. In fact they got you but you don't even know it yet. 
Soundstage gone
It sounds like your system is out of phase if sounds are coming from all over and there's no soundstage. As suggested double check your cartridge leads. 
New from Mad Scientist
Well the power cord seems pretty standard except of course the Black Discus stuff. No comment on that other than I went on the Mad Scientist site to find out what it was, not much info other than effects. But they will send you two sample pieces f... 
Question About Linear Power Supplies and Streamers
I tacked on a Sbooster LPS to my Auralic Aries Mini which is about 4 times larger than the Mini itself. A very nice improvement in sound quality for not very much $$. 
Amp recommendations for Joseph Audio Perspectives2
tiger I hear you I live in a small condo myself. Good luck on your search and congrats on your new speakers! 
Amp recommendations for Joseph Audio Perspectives2
I know you said you prefer a stereo amp but man these Air Tight ATM-3 mono’s would drive your Pulsar’s to perfection and used they are right at your $7K budget mark. No connection to seller just a former Air Tight owner, ATM-1 a long time ago grea... 
AT-ART9 cartridge on Marantz TT-15s1 - I don't think I'm getting the performance I should
If you're willing to drive 3-4 hours my dealer, Deja Vu Audio in Vienna VA are analog specialists they will set that table and cartridge up right. Also they are a  Clearaudio dealer, amongst other brands, and your table is made by Clearaudio. 
Tannoy Stirlings on the way!
Trent when the Stirlings are in your system you need to setup a virtual system here so we can see them! 
Tannoy Stirlings on the way!
Congratulations! I've wanted to hear Tannoy GR speakers forever and never have. I hope they are your last speakers!