madfloyd

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Anyone NOT like the sound of VPI?
Wow... so much info. You guys definitely give me hope. I know that the dealer who setup my tt the other day chose the heaviest VTF possible (2.0). I don't have any turntable tools; I need to invest in some.So, trying to summarize what I've learned... 
Anyone NOT like the sound of VPI?
I listened some more last night. I think the setup is fine - It all sounds good except for the lack of bass. I guess another thing to to consider is getting a non-signature tonearm with a Dynavector cartridge. 
Anyone NOT like the sound of VPI?
Wow... thanks for all the responses, guys. I feel disappointed that I ordered the Target shelf (it was suggested in another thread).What is SDS?Someone asked about speakers, I auditioned a couple Verity models, a Rockport Mira and, for fun, the Ma... 
Anyone NOT like the sound of VPI?
Some info about my setup:- It's sitting on a heavy makeshift platform consisting of several layers of MDF glued and screwed together resting on top of a stereo rack. The rack sits on very spongy carpet on top of a cement floor.I ordered a Target s... 
Anyone NOT like the sound of VPI?
So, is it fair to say then that MM sounds darker than MC?As I mentioned, I've heard two different VPI tables with different cartridges in different systems and they both seemed to be bright sounding. Only thing in common was the Signature arm. 
Can someone suggest a turntable shelf?
Thanks, wish I knew what weight the Target shelf would hold... my VPI isn't that light... 
Is it worth expanding into Vinyl???
I am enjoying getting into vinyl. I love the packaging, ritual of putting on a record. Instead of bouncing around from track to track with a remote, you sit and listen... Even cleaning LPs feels rewarding.Unfortunately it may very well be a money ... 
Cartridge/Phono-Pre Break-in?
Where's the best place to order turntable tools? I need to setup my TT and not sure where to find the tools. 
REF3 with VS115
Pardon my ignorance, but whatÂ’s a VS115? 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
Is it worth steam-cleaning NEW LPs? 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
I haven't tried steaming again yet, but I think my problem was I simply too close to the vinyl (maybe 2").What I couldn't tell from the YouTube video was how Stltrains covered the entire record surface. Do you start with the inside for one revolut... 
Weird issue with my VPI... please help
Thanks, Artemus. 
Weird issue with my VPI... please help
Artemus, If I'm not mistaken, the Dyna 20 is $700 and the Benz Ebony L is $3500?What are the sonic differences between the two? Which do you use now?Received my (Michael Fremer) setup DVD and Analog test LP so hopefully I can learn a bit over the ... 
Trouble tracking new Norah Jones LP
Stringreen - thanks so much for enlightening me. My VPI sounds horrible, so that may be something worth trying. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
So I tried 3 LPs and unfortunately did not get rid of surface noise (I guess in this case they are not dirt, but true wear & tear).I didn't hear much sonic benefit, but my VPI rig sounds awful and nothing sounds good, so that statement has zer...