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Volume levels
@audphile1 @mahler123  i hear you!! I feel the same way, constantly comparing analog to digital.  It’s a no win situation.  But I have a big investment in analog and I’m really fascinated by it.  The problem is, only the best records really are ... 
Transport Recommendations
+1 Cyrus CD t  
Humminguru record cleaner
@bondmanp  i know of no downside to this cleaner.  I was very surprised to discover it actually improved the SQ of records.  Its frequency is evidently not too low to be effective. And it’s very easy to operate.  
Humminguru record cleaner
@mijostyn  My records are not by any means “filthy” and, it’s not my imagination, the SQ is palpably better after cleaning with the Humminguru.  
Humminguru record cleaner
I’ve ordered it from Amazon.  Arriving tomorrow.  
Humminguru record cleaner
@mapman  How often do you do maintenance on the Humminguru?  
Humminguru record cleaner
Tablejockey, For now I’m just using tap water.  Soon I will get distilled water, which is recommended.  I’m not worried because I don’t have hard water. Its really a great and easy machine to operate.  
Humminguru record cleaner
It’s hard to believe how much better records sound when cleaned ultrasonically,  
Volume levels
@hilde45   Phono stage Sutherland 20/20 Cartridge Clearaudio Virtuoso, soon to be Maestro  
Volume levels
I know digital output is generally higher than analog.  My point is that AT THE SAME VOLUME LEVEL I hear more detail in digital. And, at least on my analog system I get virtually no external noise, usually as quiet as digital.    I do acknowledge ... 
Volume levels
Cleeds, Yes,, you’re right, dynamic range is a factor.  
Synergy
I’m probably switching to the the Clearaudio Maestro cartridge.         
Synergy
@pindac @rauliruegas @tomic601 Thanks so much for your suggestions. i think I might  have been a little premature in my evaluation.  Most things really sound good.  Maybe being too compulsive!  
Synergy
Although I find the Clearaudio cart to be superior to the Hanna in many ways, I do find it a little bright and somewhat lacking in mellowness. Can someone suggest a cart that would meet that criteria. It’s probably unrealistic but Im looking for s... 
Synergy
I’m discovering an interesting phenomenon with my new setup.    Years ago when I heard the same records as I’m listening to now I was very involved with the music.  As my set got  better and better, I enjoyed them less and less. Is it possible tha...