oilmanmojo
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| Quality system, make poor recordings sound better? Katy lied by steely dan is a great example concerning this thread. I have always liked Steely dan and heard many times that album has problems. I just didnt understand until recently. I upgraded my speakers, preamp and amp in a relatively short ti... | |
| Don't you just hate it when--- dougthanks! i read you review when it came out and was very interested but couldnt see upgrading but now i cant wait for it to come in. My new preamp and amp with the Caldera speakers has really opened my eyes on so many fronts that i really cant ... | |
| Earliest "MOST WANTED" gear i went to my bosses home and he had a set of Khorns with a marantz tube amp. I was mesmerized. I never heard anything like that. I had owned a set of bose 501 and a rotel quad reciever with a dual 901 turntable that i thought sounded good. I final... | |
| Don't you just hate it when--- Got my Mojo back! looks like an UNIverse II coming my way. After discussing with Mehran and confirming the cartridge condition, Mehran put together a great package for me and i will soon be able to hear how this new cartridge performs. Sorasound i... | |
| Long cable run from my phono preamp to linestage. i have run up to 10 ft with no impacts that i could hear but i prefer to keep them close. Cable quality may be an issue (had that the first time i tried a long run) with RF or other interference but it can be done | |
| What's the best way to clean vinyl records? i have used virtually all of the DIY options including steaming, strong cleaners, vacuums, and Ultrasonic. I really like the results using the scrubbing with a good brush (i like the mofi brush but have used several types) and using a steamer to h... | |
| Don't you just hate it when--- Dougthanks for the note. if i can not get repaired (just the prong repaired) that may be an option if Mehran will accepted a damaged cartridge for upgrade. I have seen the reviews and it sounds like another superb cartridge from zyx. | |
| Don't you just hate it when--- Aha! A new angle for the spouse! I like it | |
| Don't you just hate it when--- thanks for the responses back. I did not buy first hand and thought Sorasound would not honor a second hand purchase but that is a good suggestion. I also appreciate the alternate in case Soundsmith can not handle a repair or if Sorasound option i... | |
| first impressions of Pass XA30.8 I am using the stock power cords supplied by Mark. I purchased a set of 1 meter Burley XLR cables for the preamp to amp connection. My speakers are a old but great set of Monster powerline speaker cables(cant remember the exact model number but at... | |
| first impressions of Pass XA30.8 First, sorry for the poor typing, (was a little late at night and couple of macallens)Second, as CZBBL highlights,the equipment sounds great and Reno HIFI was a real superstar. Put together a great package at a great price and gives you the 10 day... | |
| Do You Have a Favorite Disk to Set VTA/SRA? Adjustment is a personal preference like everything else in this business. SOme like the plug and play systems and others invest time and money for SOTA on everything. Its crazy only if you don't value it. I will admit however, the rega arms do ma... | |
| Stylus cleaner Magic eraser works very well. If you have real stubborn gunk, use a magnifying glass(jewel loupe) or microscope and a small piece of the ME and gently work with the tip of the stylus to loosen the stuff. on very rare occasions, i have tried the "c... | |
| Audio Physic Libra bass driver replacement i had an issue with a driver from a set of Caldera's. Madisound handles scanspeak speakers and may be helpful. | |
| Looking for some ideas thanks for the ideas. Local company suggesting Rogue Audio. Possibly Metis/perseus preamp with Atlas Amp both at the magnum level (ie larger power supply). THoughts about Rogue for my first entry into separates |