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Best Upgrade you had?
Upgrades that froze me in place upon 1st listen ...1. Lyra Clavis Evolve 99 cartridge2. Dedicated Music room3. 47 Labs Phonocube 
H2O Owner Survey ?
For several months, I also sat on fence thinking and reading everything I could about the H2O amplifiers. I contacted some of the owners and each told me they were very pleased with the performance of the H2O.I then decided to purchase the H20 S25... 
How frequently do you check Audiogon listings?
Every 10 seconds 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Bwhite, I see you are heavily into vinyl. Could you comment on how the Cortese phono stage might compare with other elite stages? Also, could you share any experiences between the Cortese and Chenin in particular the phono stages? As you can tell ... 
VPI turntable again......
What is your point? Thanksgiving VPI bashing? Be thankful there are people like Harry Weisfeld who have the passion for the pursuit of vinyl playback.Perhaps try a couple of laxatives - you'll feel better in the morning. 
Review of the VPI TNT HR-X in TAS....
Last year Harry Weisfeld mentioned there will be a new valveless air bladder which will supposedly never need to be re-filled. Call VPI for further information. 
Does anyone know about Design Acoustics PS-6a?
Never heard the PS-6a but .... I picked up a pair of Design Acoustics PS-9 speakers and replaced the tweeters with SEAS. These speakers have the down-firing bass woofer. They have been mated with a Sherwood 7100A receiver from the 70's. Result: wo... 
Best Genesis Album - your opinions please.
The best album by far and away is "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway". Nothing comes even close to this milestone recording.The best Phil Collins Genesis album is "Trick of the Tail". The magic of Genesis left after the departure of Steve Hackett. Hi... 
vpi jmw tonarm rust yes rust
VPI bashing again ... yawn. Why not contact VPI and work it out with them? 
Anybody got the new VPI Ring Clamp?I heard.....
Thats all baloney. There is no centering issue whatsoever with the outer ring clamp. 
Grado Mono Reference Cartridge
Can you be very specific about the Grado model you are using? Did you buy direct from Grado? Grado does not seem to advertise these mono cartridges. 
Believe it or not, an A.M. radio question
Forget it. You would have to eliminate all the computer monitors to receive AM reception. The monitors are causing the problem. 
VPI HR-X vs SME 20
Jtinn, HRX problems? Please elaborate on what you know. Email me if you are uncomfortable posting. 
YBA MC phono module for YBA DT Amplifier
I assume you are referring to the YBA Integre DT. Yes, the MC phono module is special. I have use the low output Lyra and Shelter cartridges beautifully with the module. I also listen primarily to classical music as well. The phono section is extr... 
Help me select an integrated amp. Options please
The YBA Integre is an excellent choice for a solid state integrated especially if you opt for the phono stage. But remember, the magic really comes alive when you use the optional YBA MC module for the phono section. It is a bit pricey but it will...