mwh777
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| Phono cartridge choice Thank all of you for the input. Of all the suggestions that are reasonable for this application, budget wise, the Benz Glider is a strong maybe. The Sumiko Starling is voiced differently enough from the Songbird that I'm not concerned about someon... | |
| New vs uses in your current setup Across three systems, approx. - new-33%, used-67% Cables are mostly used. Phono carts are always new. While not opposed to used speakers, all that I have now were bought new. | |
| Help a college student out! Component pairing ideas for Acoustic Energy AE500 Someone I know has an Arcam fifty watt integrated amp and a four foot pair of Cardas Iridium speaker cables that were made to go with the Arcam. I believe that person will soon run an ad on that other audio classifieds site for a Quicksilver phono... | |
| Fun with MM cartridge OP, I'm with you on this subject. The tonearm on the table in my #2 system has a removable headshell. I use three different cartridges, each with its own headshell. Two are moving magnet type and the third is a high output moving coil. The two mov... | |
| Need advice from the gurus. Try running your questions through ChatGPT. I'm using the paid version ($20/mo.) You will get lots of input there. Providing your sound preferences is very helpful. | |
| Linn users, what is your preference for your platter mat? I'm trying to tiptoe here to avoid tripping the algorithm on this site that will block any mention of anything that they deem inappropriate, or any attempt to circumvent their billing system etc., etc. The site I'm referring to is the one that sta... | |
| Linn users, what is your preference for your platter mat? @billpete Sorry for the long delay in responding. Re: the difference between the felt mat and the Herbie's mat. To my ear, everything is better with the Herbie's mat. It has been way too long since I have listened to the felt mat that I can't gi... | |
| Linn users, what is your preference for your platter mat? To my ear, the Herbie's Audio Way Excellent turntable mat is a clear upgrade to the felt mat. I now use a graphite mat on my #1 table and just ordered the Origin Live Strata mat. Both are more expensive than the Herbie's which, is the "bang for th... | |
| Netting Over Connectors - Do They Help? Unless, you are just pulling our chains, I think that what you are referring to is the soft plastic "netting" that is on there not for audio reasons but, is there only for the protection of the connectors during shipping and handling. They are to ... | |
| New split AC System impact on sound. One benefit of variable speed systems is to address the very issue that you are concerned about, humidity. Those systems will run longer but, at a reduced (varying) capacity to have more time to wring moisture out of the air. I suggest that you pu... | |
| 12au7 tube? I suggest thoroughly combing through Brent Jessee's descriptions of 12AU7 tubes or any other tubes for that matter. Depending on your tastes and preferences, you may or may not like the sound profile of the German brands. Telefunkens and the other... | |
| Looking for suggestions for me new analog system This isn't answering the questions directly but, something that may help you get you thoughts distilled down is/are Paul McGowen's books about stereo systems and his ideas of how to approach system building. As well all know, finding the right sp... | |
| Wattgate IEC does not fit tight. Check out https://alexsoundtech.com/iego. They distribute several products including Iego (eye-ee-go, that's a capital I) power cord connectors The Iego IEC connectors are very tight gripping. The base metal is pure copper not brass or phosphor br... | |
| Removable headshells @billstevenson Much appreciated but, I bought a Yamamoto before seeing your post. Thank you for the advice. I also bought what's supposed to be a real Jelco headshell from Audio Sensibility. Evidently remaining stock from when they were a Jelco d... | |
| Removable headshells Thanks everyone! It's all great input. My research reveals that there are more variables than expected with specs and ratings as I read and learn more about the subject. My take away here is to get a headshell in the 12 gram range to get started. ... |