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HELP Stylus Cantilever slightly bent to the left
If it were me, I'd send it back to ClearAudio for inspection (they probably would do it no charge).......or to Soundsmith. 
Why so many linn lp12s for sale
Life moves on .....and so does Linn 
listening to music in the car
I have a high end Burmeister sound system in my car for which I paid lots of extra money.   The truth is that I can only appreciate it when stopped for a light...otherwise, the tire, wind, and motor noise swamp any advantage. 
Clearaudio Innovation Wood or shoot for the stars Techdas AF 3
The Classic with the LPS is an excellent combination...  aside from a bit of tonal color change, I think the difference would not nearly be worth the addition money.....that's me...you are different.   If you don't have the 2nd pivot on a 3D arm..... 
Most accurate way to adjust for correct vta on vpi classic 1
Your ears are the best indicator of correctness...... 
Tonearm rewiring
The best way to mount a cartridge is to affix the wires on to the cartridge pins by hand before installing it in the tonearm.  Using this method you can gently slide on the pins and not tare them with a slip of the pliars 
SME IV Tonearm and Warped Records
I agree...cartridges should provide the proper angle when the top is parallel ... Few cartridges I’ve seen conform to this...Also, the stylus tends to settle trough time. For this and many other adjustments, I’m always futzing around with setup. T... 
VPI Nomad Setup Questions
I use the Foz with great success. What test record are you using.... what preamp are you using?   I have had many VPI products and they all work well though haven't had your model.  Just looked up your model...   It looks to me on this computer th... 
Thiel CS3 Without The EQ
I know if I don't have the high pass (eq) filter connected with my Vandersteens, the speaker will be destroyed. 
First Watt vs McIntosh vs Ampzilla
I had an Ampzilla...... very pleased with it.   I gather you sit away from the amp..Ampzilla has a cooling fan that was not intrusive to me, but it might depend where you sit in relation to it. 
Apartment Dweller's Paradise - The Ideal 2 ch. system?
If you're REALY interested in getting the best sound and to keep the neighbors happy.....get high end earphones with a dedicated amp.  You'll have all bases covered. 
Amps for Vandersteen 3a Sigs
Vandersteen/Ayre 
Now, I'm confused.
My advice is to check your setup.  Touch base with John Rutan the ultimate Vandersteen guru....at AudioConnection in New Jersey.  He is very friendly, willing to advise, and the best. 
Brand new to vinyl: Help!
I’m using a K1xe pre with a V1xe amp....the sound is fabulous. ....you really need a better cartridge. ..not a blue...... all warts will be exposed. Antiskate is a non issue. Perhaps your turntable could use better alignment, but a meaningful one ... 
What Do You Think Of This?
I wouldn't give back a penny.....