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Step Up Transformers….Are they Worth the Trouble?
@mdalton  LOL!  I figured it out by googling the SUT. It’s a very interesting brand. I love the uncluttered design throughout their product lineup. No idea how they sound but interesting nevertheless. Their 300B mono’s is definitely worth the aud... 
DH Labs - Shunyata Cable Comparison
@jfrmusic  I enjoyed reading your findings and thanks for posting. DH Labs offers good performance at reasonable prices. As I recall, DH Labs was my first aftermarket power cord about 20 years ago. I really enjoyed building my own power cables wi... 
Has a Power Conditioner Improved Your Sound?
@jfrmusic  Thank you for the update. I willl check out the cable thread and look forward to your findings on Stack Audio. Among other things, their isolation footers caught my attention. It’s ok to wait on PC but know this, clean power is fundame... 
Is Apple Music lossless/uncompressed?
“My friend is planning on using the Lightning connection from his iPhone to an AQ Dragonfly Cobalt in case that’s important. ” Apple Lossless SQ would be more than adequate and enjoyable in above setup.   
Has a Power Conditioner Improved Your Sound?
@jfrmusic  Any further update on your experience with Power Conditioners?   
Refurbished / Re-tipped Cartridges - Are they worth Buying?
@cey  Appreciate the list of reliable vendors, will keep this info for future reference.  @inagroove  Agreed, results of rebuild may vary and glad to hear your experience were positive.   
Step Up Transformers….Are they Worth the Trouble?
@glennewdick  What are some of the brands that are offering good head amp/phono stage. My Google search did not show any good results. Thank you!   
Refurbished / Re-tipped Cartridges - Are they worth Buying?
@mulveling, @lewm  Thank you gentleman for your well thought out responses. Good to know there are some reliable resources that can rebuild your treasured cart with same materials (if available). I did liked your comment about outcome of such reb... 
Step Up Transformers….Are they Worth the Trouble?
@mdalton  Thanks for the heads up. I may pick up the Sculpture copper version if I end up with Fuuga and Bordeaux carts 🤣     
MoFi v/s UHQR
@dhite71  I do own the Analogue Productions 45rpm of L.A. Woman. The UHQR version shipped yesterday and expected to arrive by Friday.   
Is there Tannoy Magic / Should I buy a pair of Tannoys as "accessory" speaker?
@veerossi You mentioned two amps, are you bi-amping the Turnberry’s.  
Refurbished / Re-tipped Cartridges - Are they worth Buying?
“Only when you know what the cartridge is supposed to sound like can you say if it sounds much the same when retipped.” @dogberry Well said, I couldn’t agree with you anymore! I see so many carts being sold after being retipped at a price not wo... 
Step Up Transformers….Are they Worth the Trouble?
“if copper cost over $1000 / oz, it would be the most desired audiophile wire metal BY FAR….We take for granted that it’s so good, and affordable.” @mulveling Agreed. I believe lot of our choices are driven by our personal preferences, budget a... 
Solo streamer
@mclinnguy  Makes sense with what you’re saying. I have ripped all of my CD’s years ago and filtered my collection down to very best sounding albums. The exquisite sound quality of Japanese and Analog Productions CD/SACD’s are the only reason for... 
Solo streamer
“They also offer diffusion in my room” @mclinnguy  🤣……all jokes apart, have you thought about ripping the CD’s? Sadly, CD’s aren’t worth a dime anymore. I have 8-10 boxes full of CD’s in my garage. They will eventually end up a goodwill store :-)