pindac

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What Does It Take To Surpass A SME V?
@mijostyn  I have experience of Mass Plinths (multiple years) and in conjunction with this, have had encounters with numerous TT owners who have adopted the Mass Method as their choice for a Plinth. I have met lesser who have adopted the Standalo... 
Vinyl - One Word - WOW!!
Each Individual on this Planet is today encouraged to discover a way to express a duty of care for the overall environment. Making Minor changes to reduce a release of Carbon into the atmosphere is welcomed by so many who are living perilously as... 
Advice for a new analog system
The OP is not a New Driver, still in their Teen Years, wanting to spend 20K+ on their first owned vehicle. Advice will always be to get a bit of experience under the belt with a Fender Bender/ Older Vehicle. The OP has obviously found a place wh... 
Vinyl - One Word - WOW!!
@bpoletti Couldn't Agree More ' I'm Vinyl to the Core '.  Also a recent convert to CD as a Source and will have a Streaming Source as well. I no longer distinguish between the two sources, I embrace each for the musical encounter able to be creat... 
What Does It Take To Surpass A SME V?
The idea of Rigid Coupling is a Philosophy for the Mechanical Structure. I refer to this design as a Hard Coupling, if the Material used to create the coupling has a Stable Property.  There are other philosophies used as Well, that run parallel ... 
Advice for a new analog system
@vonhelmholtz I have my radar out to get an audition of a MSL Gold or Platinum, with design and Parts used to build the Platinum having the most appeal. It does seem this will most likely be achieved through a HiFi show, so the Demo' environment ... 
Tube stereo sounds -smaller- after being on
@yaluaka I am fortunate like yourself to have a real love for the music. I got to a place with Source (30 years ), Power Amplification (20 years) and Speakers (20+years) that I have been loyal to for the years bracketed. These are the foundation... 
Advice for a new analog system
@grislybutter I am on board with your observation, hence I have attempted to reinforce the OP's inquisitiveness about the broader range of options available to them. Learning where the Presentation from a Vinyl Source and Supporting Ancillaries i... 
Tube stereo sounds -smaller- after being on
@yaluaka I don't see any reference to your OP or follow up that suggests you are seeking route to HiFi Nirvana. I only see a request for ideas on a solution to resolve a issue with a sonic that develops that is unattractive and wanted to be overc... 
Advice for a new analog system
@ftrot There is a minefield to get through, you are willing to part with serious funds. Helping you to consider some of the things worth thinking about is the intention. You are a prime candidate to be coerced into a particular way of thinking as... 
What Does It Take To Surpass A SME V?
@dogberry I know 😎, the bait is laid. I am totally adhered to the Rigid Coupling Methodology, I was offered a option to have a Armboard Machined, which I declined for the One Plinth Material only philosophy. The individual offering me the option... 
Advice for a new analog system
Making a inroad to having a Vinyl Source with a Budget of $60Kish, this is a avenue to many many options. The Avenger Direct is a DD TT Drive Motor design, this drive is my preferred. It also as a model, has a modern aesthetic and is aligned in s... 
What Does It Take To Surpass A SME V?
@dogberry It is no secret I attend a HiFi Group, there is within this Group, approx' 200 years of combined experience with HiFi. The Group is made up of long term enthusiasts, a retired dealer in Hi End HiFi,    an active Dealer, who has a range ... 
Should I buy an SME 30/12A for 15K?
OP Stated " Thoughts?  Also, is this as great an offer as I think it is, are there better TTs at 15K$ retail price (I cannot/will not buy used) than the SME 30/12A? "  The OP hasn't been exactly met with their request made to learn of a TT that ... 
Need recommendation for hi-rez xlr plugs for re-termination project
I made a small error with the OCC reference. The Furutech Connectors I was shortlisting is the Pure Copper ones shown in the link. From recollection 'alpha' is a Cryo Treatment.