quincy

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Why don't we tire of music?
Although there is a bell curve associated with everything in life, I believe most adults don't read the same book or watch the same movie every week, or every month.  Once a year, for sure, especially around the holidays....     I have records I... 
Why don't we tire of music?
Thanks to all that replied! Your input is greatly appreciated!  
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
Well, hello crew, I'm back after listening for a few weeks.  No doubt this Schiit phono stage sounds better than the C-J EF1.  Hands down.  Not sure how they can build and sell such a fine unit for $400, but they managed!  
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
Well, hello crew, I'm back after listening for a few weeks.  No doubt this Schiit phono stage sounds better than the C-J EF1.  Hands down.  Not sure how they can build and sell such a fine unit for $400, but they managed!  
Invert ?
Phase inversion drives me crazy.  I own a lot of Conrad Johnson equipment.   Some components phase invert, others don't.   I've recently installed a Schiit phono stage.  I asked their online AI, and get a 'maybe yes or no'...so much for AI.  No ... 
Blown tweeters
You may only need to change the Ferro Fluid in the tweeters, of so equipped.  Easy to do in an afternoon.  Do a little research to save yourself a lot of money!  
How long does it take your tube amp to warm up?
15-20 minutes for it to really bloom!  
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
Oops...Forgot the J.A. Michael turntable and SME V tonearm w/ six nines pure silver cable running from the cart to the phono stage..  A very nice turntable rig I've had for over 25 years.....  
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
I have had a Lyra Delos, moving coil cart for the last 10~12 years which puts out ~.0.5mV of signal.  Boron cantilever, line contact diamond stylus.  It replaced a Benz Micro Glider MC around the same price point. (a shade under $2K).  I have alwa... 
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
Oh, I'm sorry, I did that.  I listened to a Bob Dylan record on the prior C-J phono amp, then disconnected it and plugged in the Schiit phono.  Took perhaps 30 minutes putzing with cables and power.  Listened to the same record again.  Improvement... 
Phono Stage_Skoll-by Schiit Audio
I sent them an email stating the above.  
Western Electric 12AX7 coming this summer.
Thanks for posting!  I saw the same article last night and read it with great interest. Lets all hope his new business works out and is successful!  
Worth fixing?
Oops....sorry about that...  
Worth fixing?
Not worth fixing.  Same thing happened to me, but the transport device gave out.  Wrap it up and keep it down the basement as a memento to fond memories....If you don't have the space be wise and recycle the unit...  
What should my heirs do to dispose of my vinyl and CDs?
I had / have the same concern.  I don't want my system or records winding up in a garage sale.  I have a specific 'codicil' added to our last will and testament that spells out what is to be done if no one (in the family) wants our music system an...