raymonda

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Quincy Jones Interview
Bruno Mars is nothing special. There, i said it!  
Why are the vocals on some records hidden behind the music on my system?
You also indicated that you have aftermarket leads in your head shell. They should be check to ensure you did not inadvertently connect the wrong. 
Why are the vocals on some records hidden behind the music on my system?
No, because cd sound fine does not mean that all is in phase. You simple may have the cartridge pins connection on one side reversed. I would make sure this is correct. Double, triple check your cartridge connections. The connections on s should b... 
Why are the vocals on some records hidden behind the music on my system?
Check to make sure your cartridge is not connected out of phase. Red on red, green, on green, white on white and blue on blue. 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
 "We also simultaneously recorded to 6-track magnetic film which is analogous to reel to reel" This is not cassette and in no way reflects the inherent problems with cassette.The point isn't about whether analog or digital is better but, rather, w... 
Cassette Tape
To my ears it kills them. I’ve been recording on location for almost 37 years. The first 10 was analog cassette the rest digital, with 10 years 48/16, including bit shaping and the rest high resolution. Since 2007, it has been high resolution 24 t... 
Cassette Tape
For for the cost NOS cassettes digital is a far more affordable and better sounding medium. However, if cassettes float your boat, have at it.Want something way batter than cassette? Buy a used Apogee Minime and Microtrack II. Total cost around $3... 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
Digital far exceeds cassette at a far less overall cost factor and is far easier to manage and maintain. 
Cartridges: Complete Scam?
Most manufactures provide either the tools or the measurements or both needed for proper set up. Jelco, for instance, give you both and a nifty plastic gauge. Rega give you both, but alas, their gauge is made of paper. 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
The signal to noise ratio of Dolby SR is around 90dbs. 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
However, with the use of Dolby S, Reel to Reel can be extremely good and pushes right up there with the best. 
Cartridges: Complete Scam?
"It’s hard for me to take a recommendation seriously when they come from people who restore dumpster-rescue vintage turntables — it sounds like to me that they’re just protecting their emotional investment in ultra low-end sound."I'm really not su... 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
I'll stick with what I stated. Your's is more than a bit murky.  But, hey, it's your pleasure not mine and in the end that's what matters. Enjoy! 
What makes tape sound better than vinyl ?
If you are saying that transferring cd's or vinyl to tapes sounds better then you are saying that the transfer is not an accurate transfer and that the distortion that the tape is adding is one that pleases you. There is nothing wrong with that bu... 
Cartridges: Complete Scam?
I have found that you can get good sound on the cheap, which is a good thing. I have also found that you can get great sound by spending more. However, I have found that not all good is cheap and not all great can be had with green. It takes work....