listener57
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| Record Cleaning Machines On my VPI 16.5, when I beta tested the two step cleaning fluids from Audio Intelligent Vinyl Solutions, the creation of Audiogon member Paul Frumkin, there was an impressive benefit. So, even with the more reasonably priced VPI unit, budget-minded... | |
| Phase Inversion?? How does one change the orientation of the AC plug, as the size of the prongs seems to dictate a single way to fit into the wall sockets? Also, there can be a third prong which also limits physical re-orientation of the AC plug. | |
| Results from Beta Testers of New Formulas I used Paul's samples to clean about ten older records from the 1950's through the 1970's. These were records that looked to be in good condition without much visible surface scratches, but were afflictd with a constant low level of surface noise,... | |
| Integrated to match Von Schweikert VR-2 I have heard the Aronov LS960I integrated amp drive your VR-2's with excellent results. For $1150 to $1350, here on Audiogon, an unusually solid build quality, elegant retro styling, and musical, accurate, sound quality. Has an ability to elicit t... | |
| Special digital cable needed? When I had a pair of leftover, earlier generation, Mapleshade analog interconnects, it was suggested by Pierre Spey that this particular analog design could be re-directed for use as digital interconnect, based upon his listening tests. Upon actua... | |
| New marketing tatic what`s your take? Although the marketing concept is fine, this particular disc was not entirely captivating (except for that attractive lady who walks toward the viewer a few times during the presentation, apparently randomly, as not connected to the narrative thre... | |
| Power Cord For Mcintosh 402 and C200 One thing which improves any power cord would be applicable to the stock cords you already seem to prefer.Try the Walker Audio SST contact enhancer, and prepare to be surprised when good is made better.Then you may be tempted to apply to all conta... | |
| Aurios and Tungsten balls Tbg, Thanks for the info regarding Aurios.I have been using an anti-slip isolation pad from Audiogon member Rcreations beneath each Aurios 1.0, and, in some other systems, an additional circular vibration absorbing footer (no name on this footer) ... | |
| Aurios and Tungsten balls Tbg, is it possible to turn the Aurios upside down, so that the tungsten ball seats itself in the small opening on the "reverse" side of the Aurios? Or, would the function be impaired when turned upside down?Lastly, where is the source of these ba... | |
| Expressismo Heavyweight for Rega 300B FYI Your review is right on, although I use the Gregory Kerry F-2 Titanium Heavyweight Counterweight, costing $129. Regardless of brand, this is a tweak that requires no technical skill to apply, and is a giant step up for budget conscious vinyl enthu... | |
| standard counterweight vs drop counterweight I also had a WOW! experience after putting a Gregory Kerry F-2 Titanium Heavyweight Counterweight onto my Rega RB-300 tonearm. Although it is a little more expensive, at $129, the improvement is so great that it easily competes for the best value ... | |
| Great cdp's with analog volume control? I have heard an improvement in performance of CDP with analog volume control, when the analog output passes through the SCE Harmonic Recovery System box on its way to the amplifier inputs.This is not a preamp, but an optimizer of signal transfer, ... | |
| Burn in procedure? For interconnects, and speaker cables, consider a "professional" accelerated burn in process lasting approximately three days, for about $20 to $30 at cableburner.comI found that the gadget used by George Saubon produced a positive performance cha... | |
| Which CD side to touch the plastic sleeve? Lou, Thanks for the OfficeMax idea. Almost free is close enough to free, for me. Then, to achieve complete freedom, here in Connecticut, if I can just convince the checkout person it is tax-free "clothing" for naked CD's... | |
| small room speakers I think of my Spendor LS3/5A's as great for nearfield listening. You can even lean into the space between them, and still hear a three dimensional soundfield. As Newbee says above, these speakers have stood the test of time, and are just so right ... |