mesch
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| Admittedly a bit lost Badri, I didn’t mean to suggest restriction to monitors, I just prefer them. Always thought they provided better soundstage/imaging for the $$$. That line of thinking may not hold true today. One additional thought I had was that a monitor on soli... | |
| Do I need a pre-amp? I have owned a SG-3 since 1983. It was a great starter turntable then and if in good condition still today. As stated above, you will need a phonostage. I would stick to the moving magnet type cartridge as there are greater choices in carts and st... | |
| Best value in pre-owned preamps right now? I think it depends on the budget. For a truly budget system the Schitt SYS combined with the right used power amp might prove better than an integrated.A used Jolida or Quicksilver tube pre also come to mind as a good deal in a somewhat more expen... | |
| New CD player, Transport or DAC? I am with Lowrider and Melbguy on this. Purchase a quality DAC having more than a single SPDIF input and start by using your 8005 as a transport. You will have the flex to upgrade the transport if you find desirable and/or add a server. Good luck ... | |
| Admittedly a bit lost You have received much great advice above. Pay attention to the Audiokinesis post. I see no problem in finding a quality speaker to match with your Jolida that meets your listening/environmental requirements. I would search out a monitor speaker h... | |
| I know nothing : Budget Under $1k I agree with ZDs position on this, well explained. One additional benefit will be that the power supply in the receiver will only be driving 3 channels instead of 5. That can’t hurt either. | |
| Need New CD Player or new DAC Dylanfan, sounds like a DAC with a tube based output may best suit your taste. I have not heard the Jolida however have the Jolida Fusion pre and enjoy it very much. There are other Tube DACs available but having not heard them I can’t make recomm... | |
| Need New CD Player or new DAC Your 6005 can’t be very old. I would be inclined to go the DAC route with quality cable as suggested by Lowrider57. Buy a used DAC noted to have a good analog output stage. There are many used older DACs that sound very good, only lacking in their... | |
| How NOT to sell an item on Audiogon Enjoyed this post, Thanks! | |
| Rip LP's to Digital Buconero, after trying LP conversion the used CD approach is what i have taken. Download a used CD copy on my computer used the CD in my car, or better yet, make playlists and burn them for my car. Far less time consuming. | |
| Rip LP's to Digital I am not prepared to enter the debate as to approaches to A to D conversion, I have played with a A to D converter with software and found it to be easy to do however dont know what might be best in that approach. I think i might be interested in... | |
| overwhelmed by record rituals +1 Mcanaday, Thanks for the post Whart! | |
| What is the best usb convertor Yes Zd, if I had the resources i also would like to try the Off-Ramp. But then again, I might also be upgrading my entire system.I agree with David, if one was to spend Off-Ramp type $$$ a newer DAC may be in order. Not knowing more about Ramys... | |
| Better than the Project Carbon TT for $ 500.00 I think Johnnyb os spot on. Buy the Carbon DC. Upgrade to the 2M Blue cartridge after wearing out the red. Enjoy your vinyl as is. | |
| What is the best usb convertor The V-Link serves well and is inexpensive. I bought a Link II on AG for $70. I find several on E-bay at $100 or less. I have an Audiophilio 2/Purepower in my main rig. That combo is better however at ~5x the price on the used market. The V-Link re... |