pkatsuleas

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New Hobby Ultrasonic Record Cleaning
Interesting how there are several other machines that are very similar for more $$.  I have been very curious about ultrasonic cleaning.  But, my small record (100 or so but growing) collection doesn't warrant buying one.  I was considering trying... 
Colapse to Hegel
By all means audition the Hegel.  I purchased a H360 integrated about a month ago.  In my experience it has a neutral to slightly 'dark' leaning sound, if you will.  Very smooth, nothing really stands out.  Not exactly rolled off but certainly not... 
How old are you?
54, but everyone says I don't look a day over 60 
What sends shivers down your spine when you play it on your system?
First one that comes to mind is the saxophone on Morphine's 'All Your Way'  
Phono preamp suggestions
Thank you lewm.  I will check it out and Fremer.  I generally enjoy his take on things. 
The conclusion I've reached about speakers
Boy that was maybe the most anticlimactic conclusion in the history of conclusions.  
Phono preamp suggestions
Trying to figure out why the first response was removed.  Maybe my post caused a knee jerk reaction in someone?  lol 
Phono preamp suggestions
Thank you, orpheus10.  I will take a look at them. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Minty Nektar 'Remember the Future' I just picked up.  A little light on the highs/cymbals but still sounds great 
New AT cartridge thoughts/question
Thanks for the replies.  Listening today and definitely enjoying the more detailed sound.  Right now the 2011 Aqualung reissue sounding great.  If I get just a bit of calming after a while that would be fine.     
1st Album you Ever Owned?
@stevewiscI think Cpt. Fantastic was my second purchase.  Unfortunately, it's unplayable now!  Wore it out 
1st Album you Ever Owned?
@puppytLOL 
Soundstage
Hate to say it but maybe your hearing?  I started having a problem over this past winter where the right side seemed slightly muted at times.  Soundstage seemed shifted to the left.  Barely noticeable but frustrating.  It took maybe a month or so ... 
Emerald Physics CS2.3
Interesting.  So the 10" woofers only go down to 46Hz, 35 with the BOM.  I guess you need larger drivers if there is no cabinet loading?  Would love to hear them based on your comments! 
Emerald Physics CS2.3
Thanks berner.  I should have mentioned these are used speakers.  New ones not in my budget at the moment!  If I had the cash I would be very interested in new Spatials.   I did look over the Underwood/EP website.