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$10K Budget for Speakers: Martin Logan Masterpiece vs Tannoy
I am with @islandmandan.....if my choices are ML vs Tannoy, I will pick Tannoy in a heartbeat. ML may be appealing now but try listening to them over a extended period of time....you will be running away from them due to listening fatigue.  
Tube or SS
It’s a no brainer for me if I am getting the opportunity to audition a gear in my home at no obligation. What do you have to loose if dealer is willing to refund your money? It’s your system, your room and your ears that are the only and most impo... 
Phonostage recommendations under $3K
Anyone here tried the Chord Symphonic MC phono? I would love to hear your feedback. The Hana Red Umami / EAT E-Glo S is settling down nicely. For past week or so, I’ve heard incremental improvements. If I am going to be settling with a MC cart, I ... 
Solid State Phono Preamp recommendations $3k-$4k new range
I would love to hear from anyone tried the Chord Symphonic MC phono.  
Tango Step Up Transformers vs Bob's Sky Blue Cinemag
@edwyun,Thank you for your post. I have been following this thread with great interest. I am speaking to Sound Tradition and they are recommending Live! MC-907 with a pair of the Hashimoto HM-7 MC step-up transformers, which use the US-made certif... 
Audio envy - dang!
@last_lemming,Not guessing, I also own SP9’s and the terminations with copper sleeves slides perfectly into the banana barrel of ETI. All you do then is gently tighten the two screws to hold the wire inside the barrel. 
Audio envy - dang!
@last_lemming,It appears you’ve ordered the SP9’s with ‘bare’ copper sleeves terminations (same as I did). No doubt, they require bit of care while making connection with binding posts. If you’re concerned with possible short which shouldn’t be th... 
Audio envy - dang!
@arafiq,I hear you, AE cables are made to order. I am waiting on my new DIN > RCA as well. But they are worth the wait :-) 
How to choose step up transformers?
While a generic SUT covers a broad range of MC carts (2-40 ohms), a purpose built SUT from EMIA and Bob Services will definitely sound better with the cart it was originally spec for. That’s how one ends up with multiple SUT’s. When it comes to An... 
How to choose step up transformers?
“Do I need to match up the cartridge and the SUT?”I would say Yes! The two important numbers in MC cartridge to be aware before you go SUT hunting are the internal impedance and the output voltage. I would suggest reading up on Dave Slagle’s prime... 
Vinyl Accessories - Skip It or Buy It!
@sokogear,I no longer have an issue with static. My new TT (SME Model 15A) platter has this very unique coating that prevents static buildup and firmly dampens the record to the platter. And, the TT also includes a very high quality record weight ... 
Cartridge recommendations under $2500
@dodgealum,Thanks, glad to hear your feedback. I got Signature One coming next month. We will see how Sig. One stacks against Hana Umami Red.  
Cartridge recommendations under $2500
@dodgealum,May I know which Charisma Audio cart you own?  
Warm romantic & detailed
I would look into Tannoy’s Stirling or Turnberry in your budget. They are exactly what you looking for .....no listening fatigue whatsoever. I have mine paired with Accuphase Integrated. Their synergy is simply off the charts! Please also list you... 
Audio envy - dang!
@jayctoy,Just ignore the troll. The spades you see on AE speaker wire is no longer offered. Captain now offering a very different spades or bananas :-)