raymonda

Responses from raymonda

Outer ring - who uses and what are your findings
That is why I use one and it works. 
Fun Analog Upgrade Challenge
Sutherland Phono Block Refined. I'm a real big fan of Keith's sound. I'm not saying that there aren't other phono stages that are as good or better but it cost $10,000. So, I spent every penny. Further, I'm familiar with his sound, which is superb... 
Turntable
Slaw, It is unknown to you and the poster. He posted it because it may not be unknown to someone else. It is called a question. If I posted every time I didn’t have an answer to a question here on AG, my fingers would get very tired. If you don’t ... 
Amplifiers
Your looking at some nice sounding amps. All are great values, too! 
Amplifiers
Your looking at some nice sounding amps. All are great values, too! 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Vinny, yes the mods are worth it and can be done with less than $100, if you are handy and good at soldering. 
Jelco TK-850L review
4 hours is not enough time to give an assessment.  Please put in 50 hours or more and then report back. 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Dual 5000's is not a bad table, and as a collectible it might be fun. But for the general price they are going for today they are not a good value. I've seen folks asking 400-750 for them and I would say that a stock one is best a $200 table. If o... 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Many, e.g., Rega, SOTA, Artison, Linn, AR, Thorens...to name just a few. 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
I owned one and if you mod it, it can sound okay. Compared to other tables it has several compromises. Its base is formed plastic, which the bearing spindle is screwed to. Not the most solid foundation. It's has a transformer power supply that can... 
Let's talk cartrige loading.
Although I agree with much that has been stated, I strongly disagree with anyone who says it makes little to no difference. For those that think this, I have one suggestion, try a Qtip! 
Preamp under $2,000 used
Audible Illusions M3A. 
1K sleeper MC cart?
I've sent many cartridges to SS. I agree, they often don't sound exactly the same but they have always sounded better. And, not by a small margin. 
I hate when this happens
Headphones and headphone amps have gotten much better and make listening a pleasurable experience. However, speakers are certainly the best way to listen. 
SME V Tonearm on eBay Hong Kong Sellers are FAKE!!!
As well as all these items:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nagra-BPC-MM-MC-Phnon-Good-For-Turntable-And-Cartridge-Ortofon-Denon/253458...https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fidelity-Research-FR-FR-64S-Tonearm-Arm/253462060638?hash=item3b03841e5e:g:...https://www.eb...