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Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
 What 6SN7's and what location are people using in their MA-1's?as noted...  
Does the Step 4 final rinse for Walker Prelude help?
 The other fellow's cleaner kit thread reminded me of this one. I've been using the Prelude Step 4 about 3-1/2 weeks now and want to say I'm *very impressed*. It makes a very real, very audible, difference in the most positive sense. Records are q... 
Suggestions for an effective record cleaning kit??
You're wise to take care with your record collection. Microcare Premier in a spray can does a fine job removing mold release from older LPs. However it cannot serve as the sole cleaner in your arsenal. Minimally the Premier should be followed by a... 
Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
 So... what are you trying and whattya like?  
Feickert analogue protractor....Owners impressions
Good job on the comparo Shane - thanks for the writeup. Palasr - I know exactly what you're saying about the Wally and in that knowing find a little care avoids any issue. Overall, ime, the groove on the Wally gives a clear assurance of proper set... 
Advice re: home-brew water
I can see a 5 gallon container of water lasting me the rest of my life.Dan_ed, I bet you live longer than that! Like Rushton, I do 2 rinses per side, and find that is very effective in cleaning the record and reducing noise. Without being profliga... 
Advice re: home-brew water
 I purchased a 5 gallon box of the NERL Reagent Grade Water for $33 including shipping. The supplier I bought from (MedicalMailOrder.com) no longer carries the water, but if you're willing to go for a 5 gal. quantity it can be found much much chea... 
Atma-sphere MP-1 or MP-3 What are the sonic diffs
 A recent thread in the Amps/Preamps forum includes comments on both the MP-1 and MP-3. You can find it here: Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps.There are fairly significant differences in circuit and parts that account for the difference in cost. Tim  
Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
I swap tubes around every few months - there are many great combinations. NOS tend to last much longer than contemporary brands - or so everyone says - I haven't had a 6SN7 go south on me yet, so no direct experience.MA-1 Mk.III ---Driver: Sylvani... 
Triple deionized water for cleaning lps ?
 mmmmmmmm .... woolite  
Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
Is it possible for you to characterise your experience with the Atma amps before, during (break-in) and after when the sound finally settled? Thank you Tom.  I found the amps and preamp more similar than different across break-in. Out of the box ... 
Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
Thank you Rushton, Tom, Pbul57, Tvad, and others for your comments and insights. I really appreciate listening to others describe the same equipment I've heard. Imo, the Atma-Sphere circuit - whether in the amps or preamps - is highly revealing of... 
Feickert analogue protractor....Owners impressions
Because right now I believe I just dialed in my cartridge beyond what the Feickert could ever do.Congratulations. Do you hear a difference? FWIW - for holding platters and protractors in place, I use that blue painters tape used to mask off edges ... 
Atma-Sphere MA-1 amps
I own a pair of MA-1 Mk.IIIs and an MP-1 Mk.III linestage+phono. I could tell you how much I enjoy this combo, but I'd just start gushing. Both are quite revealing of up and down stream componentry and both become even more magical with NOS 6SN7s.... 
Help in reassembling SME Series V tonearm
 The US distributor (Sumiko) has some parts. You can call them and they are helpful. Tim