kurt_tank
Responses from kurt_tank
| 6922 tube recommendations Sballs,I suggest that you try Joe's Tube Lore as a good place to start. (It does not address your particular piece of equipment, but it does give a good solid base to begin your research from.)Joe's Tube Lore @ Audio AsylumScroll about half way do... | |
| Opinions on Benz Gullwing SLR Well, I will be the lone voice of descent I suppose, as I am not a big fan of the Benz line of cartridges. (However, I will point out that this is specifically in regards to the Benz Micro Glider and not the Gullwing, which is apparently one step ... | |
| Graham Phantom II VS Vector 4 Tonearm I suggest you contact "Larryi" to get the name of his friend who has both the Vector 3 and a Graham Phantom mounted on his Basis 2500. That way you can get an informed opinion.(Here is a link to the thread in which Larry states his friend prefers ... | |
| What is the best Sasha or Maxx3 ? So, for us metrically challenged Americans, that would be 15' x 18', correct?IMHO, given the somewhat small size of the room, the Sasha would be the better choice between the two, (and I recommend some room treatments to control the bass even at t... | |
| Is the Basis 2001 a solid enough table to keep. I originally owned a Basis 1400 with a Rega RB 300 tonearm, and I was very happy with that for a couple of years. (It was my re-entry back into the world of analog, after about 10-12 years.) However, I wanted to upgrade to something a bit more res... | |
| Which hdtv would you recommend and why? Another vote for the Panasonic plasma from me too.I have been very happy with my Panasonic 58 inch THX certified plasma HDTV. It has a great picture with deep dark black backgrounds FYI: I am actually surprised that the heat output is not more tha... | |
| What did you own in the 60's? I love you guys, (and gal)! (I just turned 50 this year, so I was feeling really old, but you've reminded me that I am not so old for an Audiophile!)In 1960, my turntable was one of those kid's turntables that had a kind of a slide projector that ... | |
| Sinatra suggestions My recommendation is to get either or both of the DCC gold CDs, specifically:Sinatra '57 (This is a concert recording, done very well)orThe Summitt, (This is another concert recording, with Frank, with Dean and Sammy, which is way too cool!)I wish... | |
| Bridging amps, Good idea or bad idea? I found this information about bridging amps on the Audio Asylum FAQ. You might find it useful.Audio Asylum - Biamplification BasicsBridging (also called monobridging or monoblocking) is the summing of two channels of an amp to give one higher-pow... | |
| AC Outlet w/ Clairity, Trasparency, Bass Weight I agree with Lak that the Porter Ports are very good.I too recommend them highly. (I will be completely honest and state that I have not compared them to any other outlets.)But when I had my dedicated circuits installed, I had the Porter Ports ins... | |
| Laurie Anderson "Homeland" Gee Dgarretson, then you must love the "-ism" that Obama has brought to the USA, specifically "Socialism".Oh well, only two more years before he's gone!Hopefully, he will not do too much damage before then. | |
| Which cost more: your system or your car? My system. | |
| hissing noise when turning volume knob? Ack is correct, although it is also possible that it is merely dirty, and needs to be cleaned.(Have them check to see if it needs to be cleaned first, as this might save you some money.)The old Counterpoint preamps were notorious for having this p... | |
| To all tube lovers....... How about a hybrid amp?They provide the best of both worlds; Lots of power and great bass response, like a solid state amp, and great mid-range and treble response, like a tube amp.I suggest the Lamm M2.2 monoblocks. They have 220 wpc, with rock s... | |
| Graham Phantom DV XV-1s setup question I agree with the others.100 ohms loading and about 2.0 grams of VTF.(Sorry, I can't help you with the Phantom though, I use a Basis Vector M3 myself.)As far as the sound, it is the best cartridge I've owned, and easily bested the Shelter 90X as we... |