rvpiano

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Its not vinyl
I so agree that we SHOULD be able to listen to analog and digital and appreciate each for its own unique character. BUT, I can’t do it because I very much want both to be equal in SQ, and in my case they aren’t. So, I listen mostly to that which s... 
Does a turntable make a DRAMATIC difference?
There is a greater sense of space between instruments with digital and a more clearly defined presentation. A reversal of what it was prior to my upgrading my digital gear.  
Does a turntable make a DRAMATIC difference?
I must add, regarding yoyoyaya’s post, for many years it was no contest that my analog side outperformed my digital.  It wasn’t til quite recently that digital became so exceptional that it surpassed records.  I guess I have a very high standard i... 
Does a turntable make a DRAMATIC difference?
Unfortunately, there is a dearth of customer oriented dealers in my area (Long Island, NY). I get the feeling that all they want is your money. It’s a very major metropolitan area. You would think it would be different. I get envious reading here ... 
Does a turntable make a DRAMATIC difference?
I fear I may well fit in that latter category. I just want to enjoy the music.  
Does a turntable make a DRAMATIC difference?
What I mean by major bucks is spending on a better phono amplifier and cartridge plus a new turntable.  
Phono Preamplifier Redux .. Damn This is Getting Expensive
I have the same combination of Hana ML and Sutherland 20 20 phon.   I too, find that indeed my digital setup sounds better.  Very disappointed after the expenditure.  But, maybe as someone said, I prefer the precision of the digital sound.  
Analog vs. digital
As my cartridge improves the gap is becoming narrower and narrower, but, your right, I probably need a higher level of analog investment to to achieve parity.  Fortunately,I can achieve a great deal of musical satisfaction with analog  
MM, MC, or MI cartridge
A word on the HanaML: IT KEEPS GETTING BETTER!  
Analog vs. digital
In an attempt to improve my analog side, I bought a new phono preamp and moving coil cartridge. After break-in the sound improved dramatically. It didn’t, as I expected however, surpass the SQ of my digital side. The best I can say is that on most... 
MM, MC, or MI cartridge
Change of heart.   Hana ML finally broke in enough and sounds fantastic.  
MM, MC, or MI cartridge
Thank you all for your help and very helpful suggestions.  The Hana cartridge is obviously not for me. I won’t be posting anymore or following this discussion.  
MM, MC, or MI cartridge
i have every confidence that the Koetsu Rosewood Signature would work.  Just can’t spend that much right now.  
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What I need now is to get back to the MUSIC!  
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Newbee,  You got that last part right.  And maybe the rest, too. :-)