letch

Responses from letch

Fidelity Research FR-7 Repair
The cartridge is on it's way to Soundsmith so that's good to know. We'll see what they say about my cantilever. 
Fidelity Research FR-7 Repair
Well, I did think solicit possible advice on moving on up. However, looking at ebay, the cheapest FR-7fz is $1500. The problem for me is that I don't know how to find a "perfectly working" Fr-7fz. I'm a photographer and believe me, every piece of ... 
Fidelity Research FR-7 Repair
@nandric Well, it's definitely bent. I would prefer a professional look at it. Sounds like Soundsmith is the way to go. I suppose they can tell me what's best for repair and possible replacement. Considering I got it used and then played it for ma... 
MHDT Orchid TUBE ROLLING
I got @pmboyd 's WE 396A. So now I'll have three tubes to play with when my Orchid arrives. Fun! 
Non Analytical Sounding DAC Upgrade- Budget $1,500 or less
@hilde45 This thread already exists:https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/mhdt-orchid-tube-rolling My amplifier is out for repair (Sonic Frontiers Power 2se) and I've been told that I can expect 10-14 weeks for turnaround. Ugh. What will be inter... 
MHDT Orchid or Lampizator Amber 3?
@gelle  Thanks! I don't see it but I'll ping up and let him know what I'm up to. I 'spose everyone's doing what I'm doing except I'm late to the Orchid party. Mine should be here in a couple days along with a CEC TL5. I got the Tung Sol upgrade fr... 
Non Analytical Sounding DAC Upgrade- Budget $1,500 or less
I just pulled the trigger on an Orchid this week. I've also got a CEC TL5 coming to pair with it. I bought it with the upgraded Tung Sol  since you get the standard tube as well. @hilde45 I think analytical is negative depending on how one views s... 
MHDT Orchid or Lampizator Amber 3?
@gelle Thanks for your resposne. I realized (duh) I could contact them and they were speedy in response. I'm about to pull the trigger. Where did you get the tubes? Looks like a lot of different places. I also realized I could buy one and if it di... 
MHDT Orchid or Lampizator Amber 3?
I've read the entire thread and am very interested. My CDP died and I'm thinking about getting a CEC TL5 and an Orchid. I have mild tinnitus and I've been out of audio for a while as a result, but getting back in. This sounds like the DAC for me s... 
Network Transport vs. CD Transport
I think it's a good option to have. Just wanted to chime in and rather than take a side over which may be "best" just point out that there are different modes to how we can listen as well as ways to listen. You get it. 
Network Transport vs. CD Transport
Interesting thread. I'm getting my system setup again after years of sitting in boxes. Lots of traveling and a move. With WFH likely to be my new normal it seemed time. I've been listening to CD's in rental cars until the last few months when I've... 
ProAc Studio 140 vs. Dynaudio Focus 220........
I also would be interested in whether anyone has heard the Proac 140's. I'm looking to change speakers and these are in my price range. Not that it's a big deal but I notice they won the What Hi-Fi award in their price category.... 
The end of LP collecting????
DAMN YOU, Chazzbo for kicking my puppy and taking my last meal money, damn you!That said, buck up, the great thing about humans is that we are mortal and cancer, heart attacks, traffic accidents and the rest mean that ownership of records is only ... 
How Should We Clean A New Record?
Thanks for the info guys. Justin, I wouldn't mind more information on the water situation. I always think it's good to err on the side of more information. People can do with as they will........ 
How Should We Clean A New Record?
I was wondering about the water to be used for rinsing. I use RRL products for record cleaning but do not rinse. I was told, and have read that one uses a two step application, the stronger Super Deep Cleaner then the Super Vinyl wash and vacuum. ...