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Well Tempered Reference Arm
Gentleman?,Thank you all for your responses but it seems I have no consensus answer to rely on ie........Mann says:I think from spindle to pivot 9.2 inch or (234mm)and the 20 degree tracking angle for the cartridge.Smotyka says:I also have a Wally... 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Rauliruegas,Re: Stanalog..........I'm very frustrated because I've tried many times over the last 2-3 months (both phone and Email) to contact them and have gotten no response. Any ideas why?? 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Mann,Thanks for your response but your info differs from Donaudios'(via Wallytractor). Where did you get your info? 
Well Tempered Reference Arm
Donaudio, Thank you for your help.Any idea how our arm stacks up against better known arms like Graham,Triplaner and VPI etc.?Rauliruegas, How do I determine the overhang value? 
Sandbox-style isolation
I had my Super Scoutmaster on a Target wall mount but was getting the onset of feedback as the volume went from loud to pretty loud (I have a Vandersteen 2W sub 5' away). By putting a Symposium Super platform ,on the Target, with three Rollerblock... 
Another LP Crushes the CD
According to All Music Guide the Keystone disc is with the Marsalis bros. but the "Oh-By the Way" is with Harrison/Blanchard. 
What to see at CES?
What's the deal with this new VPI table. To quote from the VPI website............ "The sound of the “Classic Turntable” is fast, clean, wide open, with deep powerful bass, and unequalled in speed stability. The “Classic Turntable” gives any turnt... 
Looking for guidance with older VPI HW-19 tables
I have a MK II 1/2 (I'll explain) which I'm looking to sell. Have all the springs but I also experimented with the "noodles" in place of the springs and instead of the feet. You can have those too.Email me and I'll give you more info on my experie... 
No deep bass or highs: VTF or VTA issue?
Seems to me that you may benefit from having someone with great set-up experience go over everything with a fine tooth comb.Nick,at Audio Connection in Verona,NJ, sells and services every one of the pieces in your chain.Not very many people can bo... 
Jazz at the Pawnshop - LP
Opalchip,I have the original issue "premium" version. Do you have any idea what this might be worth? Or where I can find out ? 
Audioquest Diamond interconnects
Gentleman,Very excellent responses. I find detailed comparisons like these very helpful. Given my own comparisons over the years I can say there have been times that I have agreed with both of your differing assessments ("detail,air,hard edge"....... 
SRA Isolation Platform under a Turntable
I have a Symposium Super platform and 3 Rollerball Jrs. under my VPI SSM which have made a very worthwhile improvement (especially the Rollerballs!!) 
Another good Tool for VPI Table
Well let's make it a three person thread.Jloveys,I love what you've done.Looking forward to more pictures as you make changes.Keep up the exploration!! 
Benz Ruby vs Ebony
Thom,Good to see your coffee kicked in as your earlier post didn't seem all that cordial; and wasn't your style.Now that's out of the way..........do/did you not like the Ruby 3?I recently got a 3H for my Well Tempered Refence Arm (on a VPI SuperS... 
Benz Ruby vs Ebony
Thom,Not sure I follow your intent! It seems your scolding Madfloyd for asking for some sonic descriptions/opinions of these two exactly priced cartridges.What's the beef? Isn't "Discussion Forum" what this is all about?