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Hear my Cartridges....🎶
From my phone. Prefer the JMAS. Why? At 1:15-1:30, there is a simple melody that is easily followed on the MIT1. On the P77, it falls apart.The MC has more detail and longer sustains. However, the MM has a somewhat cleaner, more neutral sound. The... 
low mass tone arm suggestion sub $1k used
Some other options:1. Replace main Jelco with the TK-850. Drop-in replacement. It is a substantial improvement soundwise and will elevate your perception of how good your rig is. George Merrill has the best price.2. Put your 12" 750 Jelco on a pod... 
low mass tone arm suggestion sub $1k used
We had a Grace 707 on a Thorens 160 and a Garrard 301. It is a fine sounding arm despite the somewhat flimsy build. Used it with a Linn K9. 
low mass tone arm suggestion sub $1k used
You'll never get a Unitrac for that price. SME Series 2? 
low mass tone arm suggestion sub $1k used
When you say low mass cartridges, do you mean high compliance cartridges?  
Turntable got absolutely crushed by CD
Friend bought a jukebox full of 45s. It sounds really crap; muffled and woolly. At a party when it was playing, everyone was cooing about how they love the sound of records. Go figure. 
Sudden problem with turntable
@jkontuly Any updates? I hate unsolved mysteries! 
I like my system flat, no tone controls, no eq..........what is your preference, and why.
When I dine out, I do not expect to have to add salt or seasoning. My amps have volume pots only. 
AXPONA 2019 tips
Thanks all. Bought my gold pass today. Hope I bump into some of you.  
If you could only keep 5 record albums, what would they be?
Obviously we all have more than five favorites but I'd be happy if I had these 5 on a desert island (with my hifi)Roy Harper - Flashes From the Archives of Oblivion. Roger Waters/Pink Floyd - The Final CutThe Threepenny Opera, 1976, Conducted by S... 
Advice needed for analog upgrade
P5 subplatter upgrade? PSU? The P8 would be a worthwhile upgrade.  
Does anyone use white gloves to handle records?
My wife thinks I'm a little eccentric as it is. Last thing I need is her to pop down and see me wearing white gloves. 
The transformative power of classical music - Benjamin Zander
Not sure if this is an affirmation or an accusation. 
Sudden problem with turntable
Do you have other sources? Sound okay? If not, could there be blown tweeters? 
New Cartridge Suggestions
@tochsii Replace the Moth RB250 with a Jelco 850 (750 new old stock or 550 new if budget matters - 850 is well better.) from George Merrill and install any of the recommended cartridges for a major upgrade (mind-blowing) for relatively little mone...