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| Build a TT based set up for $5K My Tekton 6.5t monitors are not forward sounding and remind me of larger (and with more bass) linn tukans with a better tweeter. Speakers that sound forward to me usually have metal, kevlar or a carbon fiber drivers. Speaking of linn, I've always ... | |
| Build a TT based set up for $5K I have no experience with the gear you mention (marantz, grado, atlantic). I know what works for my ear and my system and many people agree with how the components in my system work. I have been a musician (trumpet and french horn for over 10 year... | |
| Build a TT based set up for $5K - VPI traveler with Ortofon cart (2M blue or a mc-3 turbo, which is what I have) - $1300 + $200 - $300 for cart - Jasmine LP 2.0 mkII phono preamp - around $550 - Exposure int amp and maybe one of their tuners if you want a matching set - $1650 fo... | |
| Shelf for VPI scout Maybe a rega wall shelf with a large enough maple (or other material of your choice) platform on top? You might even be able to try different platform materials since they are separate from the metal shelf... | |
| VPI traveller vs Project rm5.1 vs second hand VPI? @zenblaster, your last post on 2/6 sounds similar to what I heard in my following thread (the 12/30 post specifically), but I could be wrong.traveler vs xpression III | |
| phono preamp for Grado Master low output to C11 Second the Jasmine, much better than the Pro-ject tube phono box II with upgraded tubes (which was already pretty good to start with) and much much better than the Vincent Pho-8 two boxer. They are available from Amazon also. | |
| revision of Traveler posted on VPI's site The mat definitely looks different. Does the platter look not as thick? The feet are very different. I was told by VPI that the new feet are adjustable and the motor / pulley change was around having a universal switching power supply from VPI.My ... | |
| 1/2 speed cutting not usually so good? I learned something | |
| Low mass tonearm needs a high compliance cartridge I like the ortofon mc-3 turbo on mine. Matches up very nicely | |
| Weakest Link? Your honest opinions. Check the fuse box and see which breaker turns off your stereo. Recommend the dedicated line for cleaner power since there would be only stereo components on it plus you could then ditch the extension cord.Before you buy tubes, especially in the p... | |
| Weakest Link? Your honest opinions. I'd ask your landlord to get permission to put a dedicated 20amp line in if it is minimal work for an electrician. I know older places can be tricky, especially with grounds. Hopefully you can get one in without major work. The Porter Ports are go... | |
| Weakest Link? Your honest opinions. Try the Mogami cable i mentioned above with the neutrk golds for $25 a pair. U will like them and it is what the music studios use. | |
| Help With System hum, Please try a Jasmine LP2 mkII? | |
| Weakest Link? Your honest opinions. And one more note about power conditioners. I've tried a PS Audio UPC-200 and currently have a basic Furman M-8x2 Merit X series. Both are good, but both reduced the fidelity of my power amp (especially the highs) when I had that component plugged... | |
| Weakest Link? Your honest opinions. Hit post a little too soon. The reason why I mention going solid state in the phono stage is that I had tubes also for that component and while the Pro-ject phono tube box II was good, the Jasmine was better, warmer (dare I say more tube like), re... |