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Best way to save cd collection?
S7horton,Please give me a ball park cost estimate for this setup. Will the remote adjust the volume too? Any negatives? I'm assuming this will rip in lossless format? 
Anyone have a modded Arcam FMJ 23?
ElevickThanks - I will touch base with Chris. 
What component should be on a walnut board?
Just as I thought, no concensus! 
How can a subwoofer expand the soundstage?
Depotec - I like the way you think!The sub gives "dynamic life" (as Stanwal puts it) to all frequencies. Kind of weird; but I like it.Thanks to all who commented. Have a great day and keep enjoying the music! 
PD-77 CD player repair
Yathin,John Hillig at Musical Concepts/Musical Designs can help you. I believe he's quite familiar with your unit. He's located just outside St. Louis, Missouri. He's got a web site with contact information. 
Speaker noise - hissing
I went back to the tube set (E88CC/6922) that I had replaced in April. I never heard any degradation of sound while using these tubes; I replaced them only because of their age. I don't recall hearing any hiss during their use nor do I recall hear... 
Speaker noise - hissing
Came across thread while searching for solution to my problem of low level hiss emanating from my speakers. Have a SS amp and a tubed pre (Audible Illusions). I've cleaned all the connections in my system, made sure all connections are snug, made ... 
Cartridge Setup w/Geodisc by MoFi
Guys,I'm up to the task. I have a lot of info on the subject that I can refer to. But I have to tell you, if I do this setup myself, I will always wonder if someone with more experience could have done a better job and if I'm hearing everything th... 
Cartridge Setup w/Geodisc by MoFi
Thought I might get some flack from my last post. Okaaaay, I'll muddle through and do it myself. Keep your fingers crossed. Won't get the cartridge for two weeks; so, I have a lot of time to learn the process.Thanks for slapping me back into reality. 
Cartridge Setup w/Geodisc by MoFi
Great suggestions.I need to try to absorb all the info that you guys have passed to me, as well as other info that I've pulled off the net. Really appreciate all your support. I think I have what I need to do a decent job of set up.I must admit th... 
Cartridge Setup w/Geodisc by MoFi
Analog system is SOTA Sapphire turntable w/Sumiko Premier FT-3 arm. Have Essence Sapphire amp, Audible Illusions pre, Arcam FMJ 23T CD player, and Essence Reference Super Gem speakers.We are remodeling our kitchen and bath. So, I can afford either... 
SOTA cosmos turntables
Thanks. Am currently dealing with Donna and will ask for a realistic turn around time. But, on the bright side, I can collect a lot of empty soda cans in 2-3 months. Question: Will the vacuum holddown eliminate the need for using my reflex clamp? ... 
SOTA cosmos turntables
I talked with Donna at SOTA yesterday and she is developing some options for me. Now all I have to do is find the money! 
SOTA cosmos turntables
Rccc -Would the move to a Star with vacuum hold down be a big improvement over what I own? If so, I'd consider trading in my table and buying a refurbished Star directly from SOTA. Is the Glider a good choice or do you have another cartridge that ... 
SOTA cosmos turntables
Looking for advice from fellow SOTA owners. I have an older Sapphire with Premier FT-3 arm and Benz MC20E cartridge. In 2005, based on their recommendations I had SOTA install a composite arm board, modify the sub-chassis, replace the bearings, re...