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VPI Scout running FAST...help?
As mentioned above it sounds like you have a motor pulley for a 12 inch Platter and are running it on a 11.5 inch Platter, it will give exactly the deviation you mention.The math is pretty simple, 12 / 11.5 x 33.333 = 34.78 rpmThe speed of the mot... 
JC3+ Anyone?
Have you checked out the Liberty B2B-1 ? Liberty B2B-1Michael Fremer gave it a "Gruvy" Award on Analog Planet, just last week, makes me pretty happy. From its makerPeter 
Wilson Audio MAXX resistors
Polk, In your argument the difference is that a tube do have a finite lifespan, its design dictates that. A resistor properly implemented have a unlimited lifespan it will not wear out, my first post on this subject. To reverse your argument would... 
Wilson Audio MAXX resistors
Kkurtis,I have no argument with that Wilson is a class act, their presentations etc at shows are very impressive, the whole organization comes across very professional. Like wise they build a product with extreme fit / finish. This of course leads... 
Wilson Audio MAXX resistors
Polk,If they do, they are seriously wrongly implemented in the crossover as far as power handling goes. In a properly designed crossover network the resistors should not heat up causing their value to change. Good ListeningPeter 
Wilson Audio MAXX resistors
Why do you want to replace them ? They don't wearI'd recommend these if you just want to try different valuesCaddock MP9100Best of luckPeter 
Nordost Corporation v. Kristensen
Ansuz AcousticsLars Christensen is co founder of this company, they make wires, I'm all but certain that it has to do with this.TAS Article look towards end of second paragraph.Good ListeningPeter 
Chinese integrated for around $1k
Maybe consider the Dussun V8i, I've had a few of them through here over the years, sounds decent, and are very well made.Good ListeningPeter 
amp 805 cary
Check your fuses, both AC and Tube fuseBest of luckPeter 
SME 20/2 w SME V arm- Cartridge recommendations
Ortofon Cadenza Black, a magnificent performer, have been running it since I Installed it for a customer demo 3 weeks ago, have not had the desire to take it off even though i have many other nice Cartridges. I use it on a SME312SGood ListeningPeter 
Why does the VPI motor thump
Try a .047uF/630V. LL shoot me a PM and Ill put one in the mail to you, its a 25c part.BTW ANY power switch on ANY component will make a thump in the system if not by passed with a capacitor, its not only a VPI issue. Best of luckPeter 
JBL DD 66000 and DD67000
I asked the same question and got this from the designer via a friend,"the 67000 has a new woofer which is much faster and more punchy. I also refined the HF crossover to make the system considerably smoother, it is a major improvement overall. Th... 
Snap, crackle, pop
The only way to get a record completely clean is using a KL Ultrasonic Cleaner, and then when your done, putting the record in a new clean inner sleeve. I have tried a few cleaners and this one is the best one by a long shot, closely followed by t... 
Need power cable for older KRELL amp
14-3 SOOWFrom memory this is what the Krell's shipped with, I assume the amp is hard wired ? Wattgate AC plugThen a decent AC plug and you should be good to go. It is not rocket science to replace the AC cord, however if in doubt have a qualified ... 
See what Country song was 1 on the day you were b
She Still think I care by George Jones, I can't stop loving You, Ray Charles. What a contradiction :-)Good ListeningPeter