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Feedback on Vinyl Nirvana Thorens Turntables
How was the resale value of Dave's table cbeam? I almost bought a TD160 Super from him but in the end I purchased a VPI Scout 1.1 with Ortofon 2M Black for a really good deal. Dave's tables are gorgeous. It was a hard decision and he is a super ni... 
Marantz SA11S3
Thank you David.  
Marantz SA11S3
I saw the long thread on Synergistic Red Fuse but haven't opened it up but it still blows me away a fuse can improve the sound. In what way not sure but I am willing to try it :) 
Marantz SA11S3
David thank you very much for the detailed description. Looks like I need to try one at least the main fuse.  
Marantz SA11S3
Can anyone tell me what size fuses and how many needed in the SA11-S2?  
Ortofon 2M Black?
Very nice cartridge. I have it on my VPI Scout 1.1.  
Power cable for Marantz PM 15S2
Or a VH Audio AirSine which I really like.  
Power cable for Marantz PM 15S2
My suggestion would be try a Lessloss or possibly a Cardas Golden Ref power cord. The reason I suggest these as I have a Running Springs Haley and RSA recommended Cardas Golden Ref power cords as it is supposed to be relatively neutral. Honestly I... 
Opinions Needed!
Al always brings up good points and gives great advice.  
Opinions Needed!
I agree and not sure why you have to replace tubes so often. Is your bias set properly?  Kevin may charge a little more for his tubes but you can rest assured they are primo tubes as they have been carefully selected, matched and burned in. That i... 
Marantz
No I haven't but isn't there a review that compares the SA15-S2 to the SA11-S2 online? Maybe Stereophile? From what I remember the 15-S2 was cooler and more upfront sounding in comparison. It is a good read so just pointing it our :) 
Marantz
Yes I meant the SA11-S2 not the 15.  
Marantz
I have the SA11S1 and S2. Honestly really like them both but the S2 overall is a cut above. Different presentation IMO but the S2 is more refined.  
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Oregonpapa LMAO :) 
Importance of input tubes to sound quality?
Yes input tubes are extremely important. They can change the flavor of the system no doubt.