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Ikeda 9GSS cartridge compliance
There is a 9 inch Ikeda tonearm for sale. Search on hifishark.com 
Ikeda 9GSS cartridge compliance
@scothurwitz Scot,Thanks for the note and link to the 9GSS video. The Luxman preamp I use has two pair of SUT so it can accommodate both high and low impedance cartridges. I run the Ikeda 9GSS into the SUT for low impedance, which provides the bes... 
Ikeda 9GSS cartridge compliance
@scothurwitz Scot, I have a number of cartridges I used before the 9GSS. Benz LPS, EMT JSD 75, etc. You can see most on my system page. Just click on jperry at the top of the post.Ikeda sells a SUT so I would assume that is preferred over an activ... 
Ikeda 9GSS cartridge compliance
I own a 9GSS and it works perfectly with my Ikeda IT 407 CR-1 tonearm.The best sounding cartridge I own 
What's up with Vinnie Rossi L2i SE?
Interesting that they did not appear on hifishark. I saw 2 here, with one being a store demo and one used.It’s a great sounding integrated amp. 
What's up with Vinnie Rossi L2i SE?
Hifishark shows none currently for sale. Looks like a few sold recently. 
The SHOW 2021 Long Beach, CA - Anyone going?
I looked at the website, but could not find a list of exhibitors.Does anyone have a link? 
Pacific Audio Fest
Thanks. Hopefully it sticks. 
Pacific Audio Fest
Thanks for posting the update!I was hoping to go this year so hopefully better luck in 2022 
My Terrible Emotiva Experience
Well your experience wasn't great, but terrible, not really. Certainly not worthy of the overlong post you wrote. 
Japanese Audio
Shindo makes some very high efficiency speakers. A great combination paired with their electronics. 
Speaker Cables
I am using Nordost with my ProAc D-40r speakers and I like the results. Single run with jumpers. My system is posted if you want to see the other components. 
Raven celeste competitors/alternatives
This is what all direct sellers hoping to cut out normal retailers hope for with their potential customers. There is no problem returning it and you are not "that guy" if you return it. Returns are built into their business model.Brick and morta... 
ProAc Response 2.5 vs Totem Mani 2
I have not heard the Totem, but I did own the ProAc Response 2.5. They do go very low, but are inefficient, so they require a fairly powerful amp to get the best bass from them.You may have read the review (see below link) in Stereophile which sta... 
Marten Oscar Duo BIG BARGAIN !...
I had a number of stand mount speakers, but in the end I agree with @stereo5 that a floor standing speaker is really the way to go. The footprint on a stand mount is the same so why not have a full range speaker.My end game speaker (I think) is my...