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Ultimate Cables no more?
I wish I could do the same, but no cable, no refund and no communication. 
Is there a problem with my Lyra Delos cartridge?
I just started having this same issue with my Delos yesterday. bursts of what sounds like mistracking, randomly through an album side, very intermittent and lasting a couple of seconds, then fine, then on again. I checked all my connections and th... 
how long of a break in for 17d3
I find the 17d series to be very detailed and accurate, but never warm or soft, if that is what you are looking for. With some components that already have a bit of an edge, they can tend to sound aggressive. I would have thought the Fosgate might... 
Is it worth upgrading my tonearm?
I would get the Rega mount then buy an Audiomods arm. That combo sounds great on my SOTA. The basic RB300 is not much of an improvement over the Basic LVX IMO. 
How much is this worth?
in good working and appearance condition, complete with arm, cartidge and cover, about $300 to $500 
kuzma stabi
All the reviews I see are for the Stabi Reference. I am asking about the original Stabi with the oak plinth. I know stereophile did a review in May 95 issue, but I cant find a copy 
Ultimate Cables no more?
No, I paid with direct withdrawl from my bank account through paypal. I just missed the dispute date by one day. 
Ultimate Cables no more?
Another 2 weeks after he said he would send a refund. No refund,no cables, no more communiciation 
Is a hearing aid the best possible tweak for 50+
The best bet for over 50 listeners is to get their ears professionally de-waxed and cleaned. 
Sota sapphire question-power supply fuse rating?
Yes, it should be on the blown fuse, something like 2A or 3A which stands for 2 amp or 3 amp. Voltage doesnt matter in this instance. Almost all fuses are rated for 240v. 
Ultimate Cables no more?
Just to update, still no cables or refund. Got an email, though, on 5/28/2012 saying he will check into it. Of course, he was checking into it 2 months ago. Seems a bad review on Canuck AudioMart got him riled up. So these forums do work, kinda. 
Top 5 favorite MM cartridges currently available
I'll add the Clearaudio Aurum Beta S Wood as a very warm, smooth but detailed cartridge 
Top 5 favorite MM cartridges currently available
Ortofon 2c BlackOnly MM I have heard recently that is comparable to MC and is still in production. 
Bergmann Magne
I should add Well Tempered to that list 
Bergmann Magne
If you want customer service and a north american product, I would recommend Sota, VPI, Basis or Oracle. Between those 3 you can pay as much as you want for the quality you are looking for, and probably much less than you would pay for some exotic...