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VPI Classic vs Clear Audio Wood
I find VPI tables to be somewhat lacking in sparkle so I'd get the ClearAudio Concept Wood. There is an ex-show demo one for $1650 on eBay from a dealer. 
Tracking Force?
Ugh. You're in for a treat if you set it correctly especially at the lower end of the recommended scale. Listen for delicacy and air over heavy bass. 
Looking for a mid-priced TT to install my 2M Black Cart
@sircheech Understood. Respectfully,  I think it would help to state that in your original post. I've heard a lot of systems at shows and while not always the best place to hear any rig at its best, very few have bested my own in the areas of perf... 
Looking for a mid-priced TT to install my 2M Black Cart
The thing is are you in this for the long haul or are you just passing through the vinyl domain? Can you save for longer and spend more? I’ve been down the long road as many of us have here. Ultimately, you will spend and sell and spend and sell u... 
Looking for a mid-priced TT to install my 2M Black Cart
There are a bunch of interesting tables on audiogon in your price range inc a Rega 6, an Oracle Delphi for $1500 and a LP12 with Ittok for $1000. 
Looking for a mid-priced TT to install my 2M Black Cart
Assuming you want to buy new, the Pioneer PLX1000 is prob best bet at the lower end of your budget. The new Technics SL1200Mk7 is worth considering or the 1210 and will likely see you through many upgrades.You could also look at the George Merrill... 
TTW Parts
@ronnierocksrecords Good post.  
Audio Desk Systeme - Vinyl Cleaner – Repair of Water Pump Failure
@decibell If the total cost was $1610, and you cleaned 1400 records, the cost per clean is not 7 cents but $1.15.  
Hear my Cartridges....🎶
Interesting notes @frogman . I'm recovering from illness so not able to listen through my digital rig. By colored I mean that I can hear a color superimposed over the recording like a thin veil. I know it's probably an odd description and percepti... 
Hear my Cartridges....🎶
On my phone. Simon and Garfunkle sound more live with the Victor. The MC sounds more colorful initially ...until it just sounds colored and somewhat recessed. The MM is like opening the windows and hearing the live sound.  
Audio Desk Systeme - Vinyl Cleaner – Repair of Water Pump Failure
Golly. What she said. Glad I have a partly DIY set-up. 
Sony PS-X9
Congrats.P.S. EMT 927 
Your 3 Favorite Songs
Another three for today.Me and my Woman (live 1974) - Roy HarperTake Me - Tindersticks/Carla Torgerson (George Jones)Air - The Incredible String Band 
Melody EL34 amp sudden drop in Volume and loud buzz.
...which leaves the 101D voltage regulator. Sounds like a dry solder joint issue. I assume you've checked the interconnects and preamp.  
Decca London Super Gold Compatibility Question
There was a little girl,Who had a little curl,Right in the middle of her forehead.When she was good,She was very good indeed,But when she was bad she was horrid.~Longfellow