noromance

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Best cartridge for very old worn vinyl
Interesting to know. SmartTracker, huh? Does this mean that the records weren't as damaged as you thought? More that the setup was not optimized? 
Question about Tone Controls + Equalizers
Tone controls are mostly a "feature" of cheaper amps. They help boost or tune the sound to compensate for system weaknesses.I’ve no idea why you’d add another tone control device. Upgrade your amp to a better one. You’ll find there’s no tone adjus... 
Ultrasonic cleaning before and after
@scm 2 records only allows the action to be more effective. Life’s too short to clean for 30 mins. The pre-wash in the SpinClean helps. I’m happy if I get 80% of your result! That said, I'll give a longer cycle a shot. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
@boxer12 +1 Can. Hard to believe it's 48 years old.  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Michelle Shocked - The Texas Campfire Tapes (CookingVinyl 1986)Bought this when it came out to much acclaim. All the more interesting now that she’s apparently turned into a far right religious homophobe. Although she said she didn't mean it. Stil... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Black Heart Procession - 2 (Touch And Go 1999) 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Peter, Paul, & Mary - Album (Warner 1966)Peter, Paul, & Mary - (Moving) (Warner 1963 mono)Good clear in-the-room recordings with musical vocals.   
Whats on your turntable tonight?
@tomic601 "Depends" on what you're into. Mine are under the mattress.  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Brother Dege ‎- How To Kill A Horse (Magic Bullet 2015) 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Roger Waters - The Final Cut (Harvest 1983)There's a kid who had a big hallucination Making love to girls in magazines He wonders if you're sleeping with your new found faith Could anybody love him Or is it just a crazy dream?And if I show you my ... 
Rega P10 v Complete rebuild Garrard 401!
Don’t be afraid to buy from the UK. Check to see if they can expedite shipping if you want. Lots more available there and always cheaper than US. Did you check in with Matt Taylor of AudioGrail? 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Fairground Attraction ‎– The First Of A Million Kisses (RCA 1988)I have 2 versions. A US and UK pressing. Interestingly, the US pressing sounds better. Not the best SQ but musically top notch. A great album. Buy it. 
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The Roches - S/T (Warner 1979)Fun album. I like this. Odd recording, somewhat flat. 
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Led Zeppelin ‎– Led Zeppelin II (Atlantic 1977 r/e) 
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Alison Kinnaird ‎– The Harper's Gallery (Temple 1980)Robin Williamson ‎– Legacy Of The Scottish Harpers Volume Two (Claddagh 1986)