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Phono preamp with multiple inputs?? Suggestions please!!
I have an Aesthetix Rhea Signature.  Not only is it fantastic sounding with its tube based dual mono design but you can change the gain and loading settings on the fly with the remote for each of the three inputs separately.   Once the unit is tur... 
TUBE REPAIR WESTERN MASS-ALBANY
Reach out to @bigkidz   Peter is in NJ and I'm sure he can take care of you.   Paul  
The new Coda S5.5 amplifier: It's a "Petite Beast"!
Thanks @johnah5 appreciate your insights on the Coda vs XA30.8.  
The new Coda S5.5 amplifier: It's a "Petite Beast"!
Would love to hear it.  I'm sure it's fantastic.  I am very happy with my Pass XA30.8 but how would you describe the differences between the two, Teajay?  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
@dorkwad @coltrane1 This weekend I was able to listen to my new copies of Eva Cassidy Live at Blues Alley and Allison Russell The Returner as well as my new-to-me copy of 360 Degrees of Billy Paul.  All fabulous albums that I'm thrilled to have no... 
I found my new reference album
Thanks @aldermine i just bought it on discogs.  I didn’t even stream it first!  Living on the edge.  Thanks for the recommendation and I’m really looking forward to hearing her.  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
@slaw I think you mean just going after the not-so-obvious good pressings.  What’s obvious or less so is certainly subjective.  I know everyone here has good intentions of just passing on the news of great sounding recordings.   Keep it going!  
Seeking Legit Cartridge Expert?
@tommypenngotti So glad to hear that!  There's a million ways to skin the cat in this hobby and you figured out your own unique way to get the sound you want.  Kudos!  In the end, your happiness is all that matters anyways.  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
@laynes ​​​​and @2channel8 thank you for those thorough lists.  I have some of those but I’ll check out some of the others you mentioned.  My copy of Morning Phase also sounds incredible.    
Seeking Legit Cartridge Expert?
As others have mentioned, the Soundsmith Paua Mk II is an excellent cart.  It’s detailed and neutral but not boring or bright at all.  I’ve had mine for about a year and it’s a keeper.  New models are quite expensive but used one can be had for un... 
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
@rvpiano Happy to help!  One of the great things about this forum is to help each other out.  Would love to keep this thread going with some other top notch fidelity albums.  Please feel free to chime in with your under the radar favorites!  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
@coltrane1 thank you my friend.  Much appreciated!  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
Hey @coltrane1 on your word, I just bought a copy of 360 Degrees on Discogs!  Can’t wait to give it a listen.  Plus I do love soul and funk.  And I’ll definitely be looking for some Eva Cassidy as you and so many others have recommended her. Than... 
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
Love your taste in music @coltrane1 and I'll check out those suggestions.  I've got a bunch of Stevie Wonder and most of them sound wonderful.  
Your Not-So-Obvious Best Fidelity LPs
I'm loving all of these suggestions!   Thanks @doyle3433 I'll definitely look those up. @zimwig - love these as well.  I was able to see Sarah Jarosz in concert here about a year ago when she toured with Marc Cohn and Shawn Colvin.  Such an amaz...