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Any Technics 1200GR Owners With Arm Upgrades?
@charcoalchuck , One of the reasons I chose it was that there is no modification. https://www.integrityhifi.ca/tru-lift    
Any Technics 1200GR Owners With Arm Upgrades?
I installed a TRU-GLIDER PENDULUM FLOATING TONEARM on my SL1200GAE and it’s incredible.    
30 to 50 watts seems to be all I desire
Mark Schneider, owner of Linear Tube Audio uses a single ZOTL40 to power his Maggie’s. I’ve heard them in his home and the synergy is spectacular.  
Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Speaker Cables
I ordered my F-1 speaker cables about 5 weeks ago and hoping they ship soon. I can’t wait to hear what these cables can do. I will report on the results. RIP Max.  
Amplfiers that Sound like Pass 30.8 that are not so heavy
I mentioned AGD and I would also like to mention Linear Tube Audio to match or exceed anything from Pass.  
Amplfiers that Sound like Pass 30.8 that are not so heavy
Again, the AGD Audion mono blocks are very light with no heat and class D or not these are the best amps I’ve owned. Just for reference I also own the Coda #16. Lance  
Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems
I mentioned how much I like the DS GM cartridge. My previous carts that it bested was an Ortofon Century and before that was a Top Wing Blue Dragon. As @saburo  commented the DS is a “major disrupter” and on the level of Tesla to the automotive in... 
Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems
I too love the DS cartridge. It is not bright and the bass is the best I’ve ever heard from vinyl. This cart just sounds natural to me. I can say this because I own the Grand Master. @mijostyn , There many good and bad cartridge’s out there but I... 
Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems
I agree with @pindac , I enjoy meeting with my fellow enthusiasts. The sharing of ideas has caused me to spend more money, ha ha. https://dchifi.group/      
Preamp shootout: Linear tube audio, Modwright, etc.
@markhh2  +1 for the MZ2. It might just be the biggest bang for the buck in audio.  
Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems
Wow! Many local guys. I too would enjoy a get together. I would also add that I’m a member of the DC HiFi group and we meet monthly. My previous cartridge before the DS GM was a Ortofon Century.   Lance  
Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems
I have owned some very good MC and MI cartridge’s and I have heard nothing on the same level as the DS. I am lucky to have a DS dealer locally so “Dr Vinyl” came over and set up this new 003 cartridge. I ended up purchasing the Grand Master with t... 
Preamp shootout: Linear tube audio, Modwright, etc.
The LTA preamp is definitely in the upper echelon. I believe that a fully balanced option will be available next year possibly. Regardless, the MZ Pre level 2 is a keeper for me.  
AGD Audion GaN Class D In The House
@delveaudiollc  agreed, a must hear.  
AGD Audion GaN Class D In The House
@jtsnead ,   great idea Jerry, an A/B day would fun. Lance