kiko65

Responses from kiko65

Effective ways to upgrade a Music Hall MMF 2.2
Of course in lost you Schubert, I was thinking of the ML150, my bad.Sorry :-) 
Effective ways to upgrade a Music Hall MMF 2.2
Second Schubert, MP 150 is great for Classical/Jazz, same as Pearl for a lot less, a LOT LESS. 
Best value in a HO movig magnet $150-$200
There is nothing out there under $200.00 that would top the 2M Red, maybe the Pearl but it's more suited for Jazz/Classical.Now, if you want to go over $200.00 then the Nagaoka ML-150 would be the way to go under $300.00Many other choices over $30... 
Help me improve Rega P2
There is not much you can do to improve the sound of your P2 for $300.00Not a big fan of Rega carts but the general consensus indicates that the Elys 2 would be the way to go and yes, installation and alignment would be a breeze.Maybe an Ortofon 2... 
Cartridge for Rega RP3 or RP6 in AN system
Well said Adam18, you really have to sit back and enjoy the music, not the hype :-) 
Buying a used cartridge...tell us your tale.
It's definitely a bargain.Been at both sides of the coin, Really bad luck with a DV 17D3, best of luck with an AT-ML170.Buy new unless you buy from a close friend. 
Effective ways to upgrade a Music Hall MMF 2.2
#3 and #5Upgrade the cart and phono pre.Many choices out there and I'm not sure about your budget. My advice, Ortofon 2M Red/Bellari VP130 tube MM phono pre for about $350.00 all together will bring new life to your 2.2Money to spare, DV10x5/DV P-... 
Cartridge for Rega RP3 or RP6 in AN system
Dynavector P-75 used, in the $400.00 range, would be a great place to start........and maybe finish:-) 
Cartridge for Rega RP3 or RP6 in AN system
Under $1,500.00 you cannot go wrong with Rega. RP3, RP6, modified or not, they will give ANY other TT company a run for their money. Fast, detailed, with enough PRaT that will give Linn a healthy dose of goosebumps! Better TTs out there? Absolutel... 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
For 1/2 the price (or less) you can get the Cerwin Vega cls-215. 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
Not sure about your budget and room size but for double drum bass and heavy metal guitar riffs you cannot go wrong with the GoldenEar Triton Two tower speakers provided the room is big enough to handle the bass. 
Bookshelfs budget is $ 2000.
How big is your room Peter?Totem speakers are a great choice for jazz/classical and most models will fit your budget. For a really small room you connot go wrong with the Dreamcatchers. For a bigger room you cannot go wrong with a pair of used a T... 
Entry level Phono Stage for Dynavector 10x5
Darkstar1, glad I could help.Paraneer, well said! 
Moving to a dynamic speaker from a Electrostatic
Maybe the Summit X electrostatic hybrid speaker would be the perfect balance between realism and dynamics. 
Budget floorstading with a good waf.... Help
Beautiful, unobtrusive, relatively inexpensive with the ability to produce sound that belies other speakers costing much more $$$ = Silverline Prelude Pluses in real rosewood veneer for $2,000.00 (40"x5"x8")92 dB efficiency perfect for your 75 WPC...