mred

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which side is phono on the AI 3A..
That's correct. 
How to Increase Turntable Height on High WAF Rack
Let me add to the yeas for Symposium. I use Rollerblock Jrs. under my VPI Super Scoutmaster;then on top of a Super plattform.The isolation aspect helped clear up a low-level feedback of bass due to proximity to my subwoofers and the drainage tight... 
New favorite VINYL Album?
Macdadtexas ,What label is this on? I've got a 30 yr. old copy that sounds pretty crappy so I'd be interested to replace it . 
SDS Power cord
I've played with different cords going TO the SDS and you can certainly hear the different personalities each had.But my take is that ,for the money spent, to make a difference you'd probably have more of a total impact spending elsewhere in your ... 
What do you think about Magnepans 3.6R for me
Get a PAIR of Vandersteen 2WQ subs to go with your 3.6's. The way Vandersteen uses a high-pass filter between the amp and pre-amp allows your amp to be relieved of it's deep bass duties which gives several positives 1)the midrange becomes more dyn... 
Are There Any Good, High Power Solid State Amps?
Louisl,I second Halcro's suggestion of getting a pair of Vandersteen 2WQ subs with High pass filter (pref. the Model 5 filter). Vandersteen's method of hook-up is unique (except for maybe Rel) and as Halcro described it takes the pressure of repro... 
Simple TT isolation.....nice sounding result
Adam18,I wouldn't characterize the Downunder and Symposium exchange as even close to needing to "kiss and makeup".Hey, it wasn't even that vigorous.Just a good ,detailed,polite exchange of ideas.I know Pete(Symposium) very well -- and he can be vi... 
Trying to get in to vinyl, turntable suggestions?
I have a VPI -19 MK.2+ that I can let you have within your budget. Email me at mscevw@aol.com. 
Well Tempered Ref. Arm
Based on all the responses above let me elaborate. I'm guessing that where the arm goes thru the two upward protruding parts of the paddle the arm should be affixed (how it's placed in there and affixed I -- assume -- is a friction fit) so that th... 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Does anyone have further thoughts? 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Flairck "Variations on a Lady" (Polydor)Egberto Gismondi/Nana Vasconcelos "Duas Vozes" (ECM)Penguin Cafe Orchestra "Music from the Penguin Cafe" (EG Records) 
Looking to get a turntable.
I have a HW-19 Mk.2 that I'm looking to sell. Send me an Email (mscevw@aol.com)with contact info so we can talk. 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Smotyka,Donaudio,Mann,Stanalog finally responded to my Email and provided the following:Effective Length - 228 MMMounting Distance - 216 MMOffset angle - 20 degrees Which contradicts most of your numbers. What do ya think? 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Raul says..........."Anyway, it is almost incredible that the world distributor of WT can't answer to its customers."Yes, most incredible!!! Very disappointing. 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
What makes you say that, prey tell?