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Which feet for VPI Scout
I AGREE WITH NEEDFREESTUFF.... VPI's do much better with a very solid connection with the center of the earth. The mini feet that come with the table has rubber elastomer but Bearpaws are large spikes that solidly root the table. Much better sound. 
VANDERSTEEN 5A
I have 5A's ....an electrical storm took out one amp, but after 5 or 6 years, never had any other issue.... only returned for new batteries 
Help me improve Rega P2
Why go through these expensive contortions.....you may be satisfied with the increased definition, cleaner lows, and midrange improvements by just putting the table on Cardas blocks. 
Help me improve Rega P2
Yes you can greatly improve that table by bypassing the factory feet. Put the table on 3 Cardas blocks, 3 same size cans you have in your pantry, etc. 
How good are recievers these days?
I just got a new Denon and am delighted with it. No the sound is not as good as my big system, but it is very enjoyable indeed. The TV picture is fabulous using Wireworld HDMI cables. With the 5.1 working, it delivers a big open sound that is very... 
Anti-cables Level 3 v. Acoustic Zen products
Cables sound different in different systems. In MY system, Cardas sounded awful, and yet in other systems they sound good. I am using Anti's with confidence, having had Purist, Kimber, Audioquest, and on and on. ...all top of the line editions of ... 
How do you roll? First LP on a new TT.
It is presumed that you set up your turntable to the best it can be. Then find the album of music that you like the best...don't worry about its fidelity. You should be overtaken at how great it now sounds 
Windfield Cartridge
Mulveling...If you're really interested, I have one you can try out. Let me know 
Windfield Cartridge
Mulveliing....did you ever investigate the Benz LPS MR? Sounds like the perfect answer for you. Theres a good one for sale on AudioAssylum. 
Does the MAPLESHADE STATIC DRAINING BRUSH work?
I had the Mapleshade brush and it works as described...HOWEVER.....be very careful. After awhile the little metallic hairs can break which attach themselves to the very powerful magnets on (MY) cartridge. I removed those hairs with great trepidati... 
Opinion on Adding Processor to skip buggy AVR HDMI
If you haven't try good HDMI cable...I have Wireworld which I love. 
Windfield Cartridge
Can you reveal what you're loading your Winfield at?...have you tried other loads? Thanks 
Windfield Cartridge
Thanks I'm all Ayre electronics, VPI Superscout/rim drive/Classic platter/printed arm, Vandersteen 5A speakers. 
Windfield Cartridge
Thanks Benjie.....that's just the information I was looking for....just inquisitive....what's your system? 
Windfield Cartridge
Thanks Dkarmeli......VPI recommended this cartridge to me (I now have a Benz LPS which I've had for awhile and am looking for a replacement). I have been looking at an Atlas or Etna, but VPI said in the real world this Ortofon is a great cartridge.