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Reference System TT - Dr. Feickert Analogue or Sota
As an owner of a Sota Nova VI with mag lev bearing and Eclipse controller/tachometer package, I would recommend it. Most of the observations made by @mijostyn describing his Cosmos are spot on. The long-proven reliable vacuum system and rock solid... 
Pro-Ject Extension 12 to SME Model 10
Having owned previously VPI TNT6HR and Technics SP10mkII, I now own and would agree on Sota. There a used ones out there because they've been around 30+yrs, they're HIGHLY upgradeable, and if SME was something you like, SME arms are one of the mos... 
What unknown musical artist would you like to share with your fellow audiophiles?
I went to hebrew school with Adam Cohen.Wait a minute, I went to hebrew school with 3 guys named Adam Cohen. 
What unknown musical artist would you like to share with your fellow audiophiles?
Love Greg Brown's album "The Poet Game". Brand New '64 Dodge is cut that got a bit of college/indy airplay. Great lyrics. The Spring Standards are a band I have to recommend. Three great songwriters who all sing lead and play multiple instruments.... 
amp match for quad esl63
When I had ESL63USAs I loved using Dehavilland 845 monos, which crushed a Cary Rocket 88. The Berning ZH-270 was also fantastic. I heard a number of 845 and 211-based amps which in general were head and shoulders above the other tube type amps. Ch... 
Tune of the Day
"Carried Away" - Television 
Best way to spend $1000 on used bookshelf speakers?
Proac Response 2 would be a great match considering the amp & desire to rock out with something small...not often easy to do. Since they are an older model $3K originally, used ~$1K is possible. Looking for 2 seconds, I found: https://reverb.c... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
@slaw Yeah, Kathleen Edwards is under-appreciated! Every release of hers stands the test of time.Mendelssohn in Scotland - Peter Maag/LSO 1960 Kingsway Hall Decca reissue - wow!Jackson Browne - Running On Empty  This one sounds so much better on v... 
Need advice/opinion in choosing Vandy 2ci or Thiel 1.5
Maybe but I sold my Vandys and replaced them with Thiels at twice the price. I liked the Vandys better. Considering Thiels mate well with a narrower range of electronics and they're out-of-business, I couldn't recommend Thiels in 2021 to any but t... 
The Most Philosophical Song You Ever Heard
What's so funny about peace, love and understanding?If we can throw in album titles, Bodeans - "Love and Hope and Sex and Dreams "covers pretty much every song ever written. Cheers,Spencer 
TASK FOR VINYL RECORD FANS!
Pablo releases of Basie jams and others in that series Maria Muldaur first 2 LPsDavid & David - BoomtownRy Cooder  and Jackson Browne titles if you get luckyDavid SylvianCheers,Spencer 
The Most Philosophical Song You Ever Heard
If it’s not too late, please, please  can I make it a CHEESE burger 
Questions on Overhang/Cartridge Alignment using Dr Feikert Protractor on VPI Classic 3
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Speaker Recommendation up to 70k
Highendbroker has used Vivid Giyas. Worth a shot given the parameters and CH demos. Cheers,Spencer 
Jazz Fans-- Name some of your favorite, less well known recordings
Serge Chaloff - Blue Serge Engaging bari sax led set, not too pricey if you find it. Cheers,Spencer