noromance

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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... 
Best phono DIY kit
Thanks @clio09I think I was looking for something a little more esoteric.  
Does anyone care to ask an amplifier designer a technical question? My door is open.
@bdp24 Well, share the Decca notes, man! Which way did he go on 'load the Decca with 33k or 1 meg'? 
New Cartridge Suggestions
OP doesn't seem to say what his table and arm are but the SS Otello appears to be a high compliance cartridge. 
Amsued To Death - Roger Waters CD
Don't forget the whole side of Rog on When the Wind Blows. One of the most terrifying pieces ever recorded. (Soundtrack). 
Hear my Cartridges....🎶
LOL. Keep 'em coming. Love hearing these.The truth is that a great table and arm will make inexpensive cartridges sing.