noromance

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What has been a favourite moment in Audio?
Next you'll be telling us they were real live rabbits.   
Linn LP12 turntable
Can’t really go wrong with a well-fettled LP12. $2400? Take it. It will need a decent support (table/rack) to give its best.  
Listening
Main sytem, sweet spot. Reading optional.  Second system,  sweet spot, reading optional, also background when shooting pool or workshopping.  
Looking for a Replacement for AT VM740ML Cartridge
@skiznfliz Yeah, your VS is out of date, then. I missed it in your post. My bad. Too much single malt. Carry on.  
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
I care. ...grammatical errors on the internet. No one cares besides you.  
Changing the 6550 power tube in a Audio Research Ref 6SE Preamp
You can try other 6550 tubes. There are other threads here on the subject. Just don’t tell ARC, especially if something goes wrong.  
Looking for a Replacement for AT VM740ML Cartridge
Nagaoka +1. Are you still running 5751 tubes in your amps? I love these tubes but they can be a little "etched." Your amps also spec 12AX7s. You might try putting them back in and reassessing the SQ.   
NEW Tekton Design Speakers - The Bonnevilles
These are what Jesse Pinkman needed instead of the JBL JRX225s!  
75 Ohm BNC cable
The cable is constructed in such a manner that any modifications you carry out will compromise the build and suffer a loss in audio quality.  
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
A $5,000 fuse is an affront to sanity. And the $2,500 "jitter" $2 adapter is simply criminal.    
Some thoughts on dust covers
@elliottbnewcombjr Apologies for not replying to your post. I had asked about the layout of your room. You were kind enough to answer in depth including photos of the space. At the time, I had a 2 week dose of coronavirus, and neglected to follow ... 
Stereo Times 2024 MOST WANTED COMPONENTS List
Looks like you are the reviewer. Please disclose.  Here's a link  
Where's the next weak link in my analog chain?
Why not upgrade to the MoFi Silver or UltraGold cartridges?  
Declare the correct value on the Customs form?
I took that advice and still lost a $350 @sph part sent to Malaysia. With no recompense.  certain foreign countries NOT to purchase insurance or send their item Registered  
Declare the correct value on the Customs form?
Probably best not to make a habit of it.  The album reveal is worth a thread of its own.  the full refund is assured via PayPal and my VISA (based on prior experience alas).