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Repaired a broken coil wire on a Denon dl 103
I hate typing on cell phones. That was suppose to say, "improvement on the overall sound". 
Repaired a broken coil wire on a Denon dl 103
The repair has not altered the basic sound. However, as I indicated, this was a mod project, which stripped away the body and replacedo it with just a carbon fiber top plate. Also, everything has been potted, so, it is an improvement on the st9 kn... 
Dick's / Dave's picks
It took me a moment to figure out what you meant by IKYR. That is a new one to me. It always was "Rider" for those needing to shorten the full name. When combine with China Cat Sunflower it was simply, "China-Rider".On the other hand "Going Down t... 
$2000 turntable system
I'm under going another Thorens TD 150 super mod build that will give most expensive tables a run for their money. My last one was sold to a gentleman who runs a VPI direct drive, which is a great super table and cost upwards of 25,000. He loves h... 
VPI Industries reveals Shinola x VPI table.
That is a great looking table. Nicely designed. A bit of Rek-o-Kut or Empire look to it. 
What are you using for ripping CDs? What media player do you use?
Exact audio copy........very good ripper. 
Upgrade Opinions, Thorens vs VPI
My Thorens TDC 850 was made by Acoustic Signature. I have molded it though with a Origin Live motor, carbon fiber motor plate and carbon fiber tone arm board. I run an Audiomods arm. The plinth, bearing and platter is very good. It is the best tab... 
Phono stage for DL103
I've  got your preamp. Ive used it for 103 and as a matter of fact, i have a highly modded 103 here for sale, too.Anyway, i have an Acoustech ph1 available. I just happen to have two. They were built by Ron Sutherland and were consider class A by ... 
Made the call, VPI Prime
Nice! Enjoy. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Darn fingers. Jeru! 
Greatest American Rock and Role Bands of ALL Time
Well, did i mention the Grateful Dead. Most all those other acts are, were, one trick ponies. When you listen to the Dead you are almost listening to the history of music. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Juru 
Favorite guitar players not named......
Roy Clark 
MS Phonomena II vs. iFi Micro Phono vs. Audio Vista Phono-1 Mkii
I have an extra Acoustech ph1 which has everything you are looking for plus is about the best sub 2000 preamp available.Contact me if your interested. 
Adcom 555 SE owners .. Any reviews?
I think it m8ght have everything to do with why someone might not want to buy, "made in china"