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Denon 103r ????
I got the brass plate mounted on my 103 and I hear a different cartridge. The brittleness in the top end has disappeared. The bottom end also seems tighter and better defined. Vocals and stringed instruments are more present and realistic. Stevie ... 
tonearm mounting and alignment
Any opinions on Van den Hul's Cartridge Alignment Gauge? 
tonearm mounting and alignment
Doug, I appreciate the clarification. After searching through the forums, I realize I've been mounting cartridges poorly for years. I feel pretty stupid about that. I need a protractor. Do you have any recommendations? 
Braided Power Cords
Out of curiosity... does the cable use solid core or multi-strand wire? 
Hope this helps someone with RFI problems
Actually, my biggest problem now is with EM from appliance motors, swithches as they turn on/off. I wish I could get some relief from these!!Gerardff (Threads | Answers)Is your phono stage plugged into a power conditioner? A good one will take car... 
seek advice on hum problem from phono preamp
Is this just typical of tube phono pre's (meaning, a SS unit is the only real solution), the EAR834P in particular or a defect in same? can the type of tube be a factorThis isn't normal behavior and you should be able to get rid of it. My 834P doe... 
tonearm mounting and alignment
I should have titled this "cartridge mounting and alignment." My mistake. 
Denon 103r ????
Pedrillo, I want to hear more about your K&K experience. How does it differ from the JLTI and 834P? What tubes are you using? What load are you using for the 103R? 
Hope this helps someone with RFI problems
03-23-08: JsmanI have a similar problem with my system, I can hear a radio talk show during the daytime when I play vinyl.I strongly recommend a decent power conditioner. Without one, your AC system acts like a giant antenna. I wrestled with RFI f... 
Denon 103r ????
Thanks Gadfly. I appreciate the info. I have a plate on order. :~}I also contacted Uwe. The wood body is 100 euros (US$150 delivered) which is a bit more than I thought it would be, but if it delivers as much as everyone says, then it's worth the ... 
Tube Amp Technical Question
I recommend calling George. I'm sure he can help. He's quite generous with his time if you get him on the phone. Good luck, Mark 
Denon 103r ????
Is it possible to remove the cartridge from Al's brass plate without damaging it? I'd like to try the plate first, then move on to the wood body. 
Cowboy Junkies-Trinity Revisited...In deed
I didn't mind Natalie. I liked her quite a bit. Ryan Adams too. He has a great voice. But I couldn't stand Vic Chesnutt. I really dislike his singing (if you can call it that). I couldn't help but wonder what Margo thought while he was singing her... 
Denon 103r ????
I'm looking for comments on this if anyone has info to share. Thanks in advance. -Mark03-17-08: Mingleswhat tools and methods do you use to align your cartridge on your tonearm? I've been using the paper guide that came with my RB-300. Square cart... 
Denon 103r ????
This was one of the most informative DL-103 threads I've seen. Thanks to all for the great information. I pulled out my exacto knife tonight and it took less than 5 minutes to take off the case. It was surprisingly easy. Now I need an Uwe body. Wi...