narrod

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Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE Preamp
"So you need to first understand the concept to..."I would offer that it is up to the manufacturer and, by extension, the reviewer to explain the concept in a clear and understandable way. 
Does anyone know this tuner?
Precedent mono tube tuner 
Grado Statement cartridges - load at 47km or lower
You do understand it is not a moving coil? Wendell 
REAL WORLD OPINION - ADCOM 555 ii vs BRYSTON 4B
Fourfour said:"I would like an amp that makes me mixdown a "warmer" sound, so the Adcom sounds like it would point me in that direction since it has a tendency to be brighter. Its a tool for a job."This sounds counter-intuitive to me but you're th... 
REAL WORLD OPINION - ADCOM 555 ii vs BRYSTON 4B
Again, buy the Bryston if those are your two choices. 
REAL WORLD OPINION - ADCOM 555 ii vs BRYSTON 4B
The Adcom is not in the same league with the Bryston. 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
Hiho, you're correct. It's in the engineeringexecution. The Goldman is one of the finest tables I've ever heard. The new Grand Prix, which I've only read about, is direct-drive. Wendell 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
Timeltel, why did the come glued from the factory?Wendell 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
Glued in? You can pretty much count on the alignment not being correct.Wendell 
whats the diff btw a Planar 3 and a P3?
The motor is the main difference between the Planar 3 and P3.You should check with the Rega importer to be sure the upgrade motors are still available. The cost was $100-150. 
whats the diff btw a Planar 3 and a P3?
P3 motor is mounted directly to the plinth with double-sided tape versus the rubber band mounting of the Planar 3. This provides better speed stability with the P3. The P3 plinth is beveled while the Planar 3 is a basic rectangle. I don't know tha... 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
$199 for a restored 721 sounds like a bargain. I lusted for that table when it was released in the '70s but it was too expensive. Wendell 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
I would choose the 721. I wouldn't change anything until you live with it awhile and hear how it sounds. Is the Shure Stylus in good condition? If not, replacements are available.Wendell 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
Johnnyb53 said,"You have to get north of $2K, and more often $4K..."I don't agree but I do feel the 1200 is a bargain at it's price.Wendell 
I need a turntable, only have $450 to spare...
Mtandrews, while not my favorite, there is nothing noisy about the 1200. It is quiet as a tomb and speed stabilty is absolutely accurate. I prefer belt drive too. If I wanted new and $450 was my budget, I wouldn't hesitate to buy it.Wendell