stereo_buff

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Yes, cables do make a difference -- regardless of price...
To begin with, I agree with the post title, "Yes, cables do make a difference --  regardless of price..." The types of cable commonly used in an audio system are speaker cables and interconnect cables (I'll avoid discussing power cords here, but a... 
Upgrade to McIntosh
Regarding the originator’s question about separates, I primarily use a McIntosh C2300 (the last, all-analog, tube preamp; I don’t listen to digital files, and wouldn’t want a built-in DAC if I did!), coupled to a McIntosh MC402 amplifier. Although... 
Review: BSG Technologies Qol Signal Completion Stage Preamplifier
I picked up a BSG Technologies QOL Signal Completion Stage from a fellow Audiogon Market participant a couple months ago after waiting for ten years to find out what they sound like. The sound of my system is now among the best that I have heard a... 
Grounding Question
Devices fitted with two-prong plugs often have a signal ground available (e.g., a dedicated ground lug on the rear panel, typically used with turntables, in many cases), which should be utilized and should eliminate hum. If not fitted with such a ... 
Restoring a Transrotor Skeleton...help
Phil, I sent you an email; perhaps it didn't make it through your junk mail filter. Repeated below...Thanks! I found the Skeleton with the tonearm and (presumably) all the essential parts in a bag inside. I've downloaded the manual off of vinyleng... 
Restoring a Transrotor Skeleton...help
I have just gotten hold of a Transcriptors Skeleton turntable, and the tonearm and the various pieces associated with it are in a Zip-Loc® bag inside. I have contacted Transcriptors (Michael Gammon) for information but only get cryptic, untimely r...