noromance

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401 birch or slate?
Looks like I'll have to import a slate plinth from the UK. Not much interest on this side of the pond and PA-based Oswald Mills start at a ludicrous $5000.  
Music Hall MMF 5 Arm Change?
I guess but don't know. Lifting the arm is the most exercise I get. What is the rest of your gear? Have you considered an automatic turntable?  
Music Hall MMF 5 Arm Change?
Re-read the recommendation and save for the P3 a little longer. You will be glad you did. Have you already bought the arm? 
Tube amp for Zu Omen
Coincident Dynamo. 
401 birch or slate?
Panzerholz? Looks like a lot of hassle. 
Analog Front End Next Upgrade
@cbl117 I tried Audio Sensibility Impact phono cables and wasn't particularly impressed. Music was muddy and not as clear as my Jelco/Mogami 2534 cable.  
Silly prices for Nordost cables
@barto. Indeed. The public are responsible for falling for marketing lies both in cables and in politics. 
Vintage amps versus newer products
Vintage tube power amps for me. Rebuilt with new caps and they are simply excellent. I found old transister amps from mainstream manufacturers too grainy and flat for audiophile use. 
which is better? Stereo Amp or Monoblocks?
@gndrbob Quad ESL! 
Missing and/or greatly recessed sound
Did it? 
Atma Sphere S30 amp
7 years later and you have sold the S30 and now want to get a new one? Must have been some journey! Pray tell! 
Budget MM Phono Cartridge Recommendation
Nagaoka MP110. Great drive and musicality. Sweet through all frequencies. 
Nitty Gritty has closed
Sad news.  
Where can I purchase some good quality lubricating oil for my turntable
https://www.3inone.com/products/motor-oil/ 
best phono stage to mate with a London Decca Super Gold cart?
Don't tell everyone that the Decca thrilling excitement is caused by ringing!