martykl
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| tonearm geometry question Nrenter I believe that am proposing a null at dead center. My mathematical training is limited, but intuitively, a center null would seem to minimize overall deviation relative to the radius described by a stylus moving across the record on an LTT... | |
| tonearm geometry question Thom,Thanx for the quick reply.I understand that any pivot position that puts the tube tangent to the platter yields the same geometry, but I asked a different question: Why is the pivoted arm mounted so that it's tube is tangent to the platter, r... | |
| Rega P5 W/RB700 Cartridge Match / Mate ? The Exact is not only a good match, but it's a snap to install. However, it is IMHO a bit on the "dry" side. Rega has a new MC and you might want to see what you can learn about that cart.Marty | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? I should have noted that the above comment on limted output of the S-30 and the associated bass response on most loudspeakers may be specific to early production S-30s, like mine.Marty | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? No surprise on the M60s or MA1s with the VSM MX (how's that for alphabet soup?). As I indicated from the outset, my suspicion is that the S-30 has inadequate OTL output for most loudspeakers (other than horns, etc). Your amps don't have this issue... | |
| 5 Years or More? Merlin VSMs and Verity P/Es closing in on 10 years apiece,Marty | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? I believe that mine was among the very first you guys shipped. If I recall correctly, it was supposed to be the first disply/demo for your dealer in Venice, Ca. I happened to be in the shop when it arrived and -after a brief look & listen - th... | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? Atma,Funny you should mention the Merlins. I also used my S-30 with the old VSM SE and had an almost identical experience as with the deCapo - the inherent lean quality of the speaker was emphasized. OTOH, I sorta wish I would have waited on the s... | |
| Lost in the loudspeaker wilderness... I used the original Merlin VSM-SE in a similar application. This speaker (unlike the more recent versions of the VSM) greatly benefited from near wall placement - bass balance is improved although some imaging is lost. Although later VSM models ar... | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? If memmory serves, I believe that the speaker has a relatively benign impedence curve (I investigated the question when I bought them - more than a few years ago). I suspect that the problem with the S-30 may be more a simple lack of grunt. I'm no... | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? I used an S-30 with the deCapo for about 2 years and it worked very well. The deCapo has a wonderful mid band and the S-30 shows that to great effect. But, but, but...the speaker has no deep bass and is a bit lean up into the mid-bass, Notwithstan... | |
| Verity One more vote for amp matching. I've tried +/- a dozen amps with the P/Es and the bass respomse varies enormously. Specifically, an Atma-Sphere s30 was eaten alive by the parsifals- no bass at all. OTOH, a 50W Krell KSA 50s produced deep, tight, p... | |
| Sonus Faber Cremona in a small room? They should be fine along the long wall of the loft if you get them 3-4 feet in from the front and sides. I used them in a similar sized room in this configuration and they sounded great. For decor purposes, they now sit 2'-3' from the short wall ... | |
| Manu Katche Brainwater,I certainly like Manu, although I can't honestly say that I quite share your passion for his music. That's fortunate for you!If you can actually taste it, your enjoyment of this music - like your appreciation of wine, but not poetry or ... | |
| Recommendations For New Table/Arm Under $4k You should take a look at the Acoustic Solid "Wood" (Large Platter Wood Plinthed 'table). Massive (mass loaded) table with oversized platter, extraordinary motor w/microprocessor controller, rb-3oo, and Ortofon HOMC cart at app. $3300 (last I look... |