noromance

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Some thoughts on dust covers
I don’t use covers on my turntables. But I used to run a Linn LP12 decades ago. I did some experimenting with the lid up and the lid down. With a blindfold on and my partner gently raising and lowering the acrylic, I could hear the lid going up as... 
Black Sabbath and Jazz fans?
Jazz Sabbath is an English jazz trio, with a fictional backstory that they are from the late sixties. The band was created by Adam Wakeman, touring keyboard and guitar player for Black Sabbath (2004–2017) and Ozzy Osbourne band member (2004–pres... 
Dual 1229 Turntable OR Kenwood 5070 ?
The Dual is capable of sounding very good but if not done already will need a service. I've not heard the Kenwood. If you are not a vinyl man, the Kenwood might be less stress but I can't imagine it sounding anywhere as good as this classic Dual.  
… "And the government shall be upon his shoulders"
I'm not interested in the mythological but the music is nice.   
Mystery with woofers. Help!
Fair play for owning up. I feel like an arse  
«Today’s Lyrics Are Pathetically Bad» Rick Beato
The only reason anyone would say today's song lyrics are bad is because they are not aware of all the great music being currently created.   
Am I crazy to upgrade?
For that sort of outlay, you might fly Eric to your place.   
Steve G has a point
When opined upon, the objective becomes the subjective.   
What is the most important component in your audio chain?
Every crappy stereo I've ever had has always sounded better in the company of a lover when I was young and free. I suspect other meat may have been involved.  
Progress at londondecca.com
@dogberry The UK charges VAT on goods into the country. Otherwise, it’s contaband. In my case, they didn’t care that the cartridge was to be in the country temporarily for repair. Same thing happened when I sent a 401 to AudioGrail, the SOBs charg... 
Power conditioner?
Try everything without the UPS.  
Merry Christmas One and All
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!   
Progress at londondecca.com
@lewm Every time I've sent Decca to JW, the package was delayed by customs and VAT applied + £13 fee.   
Garrard 301 tonearm build...thoughts?
@heightsmike I use Decca cartridges and if they work great on the 850, anything will.  
Garrard 301 tonearm build...thoughts?
@heightsmike  This is what you need. I run 3 of them on Garrard 401. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650147535-jelco-tk-850l-12-inch-tonearm-with-easy-vta-base/