stringreen

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How cheap can you go and still be happy with the sound?
I just give all the money I have and more  
VPI Industries---Love the Company as Much as their Turntables
I have an Ortofon Winfield cafrtrdge that needed attention.  Soundsmith did a great job with new stylus....I believe it sounds better than new (maybe I was more accurate in installing it this time)  
New speakers for a new start?
Listen to Vandersteen speakers  
New Fozgometer V2 Can't Zero Meter
You say you have a dual pivot point arm.....If it is a VPI, just screw in or out that pivot to exactly straighten the arm.  
Really want to salvage this deck, help needed!
have you researched after market cueing devices....there are a few.  
Looking at these specific preamps give me your opinions
also listen to Ayre.  
New Fozgometer V2 Can't Zero Meter
I have the first iteration....very helpful and it's been working well for years.   Call the manufacturer for help  
Acurus A150
The end game is enjoyment...you're a winner  
VPI Industries---Love the Company as Much as their Turntables
I check that my VPI is in proper alignment and in years have not adjusted anything......what are you people adjusting??   Mine is rock solid   The arm has 2nd pivot attached....the speed is fine....etc......  
VPI Industries---Love the Company as Much as their Turntables
I have an upgraded Superscoutmaster....runs well.   Disappointed in VPI in general.  It was an interesting company when Harry was in charge....oh well  
Replacing My Maggie 3.6R
evaluate Vandersteens.....not easy to set up properly, but once done you'll love them  
Michell Gyrodec, main bearing lube
I cleaned my VPI Superscoutmaster similar to how HDM describes.  ,,,the turntable was dragging and not staying on speed.   I used  Hoppes #9 gun cleaner that I use to clean my firearms.....boy did it do a wonderful job with the VPI.....steady as a... 
Where Do I Go from Here?
Don't spend your money.....enjoy what you have......what would happen if something came up and you didn't have enough. Enjoy the music..your system is fine.  
Diving into balanced
I have a totally differentially balanced system from phono cartridge through amp.   It is quiet even with volume turned high.  
Has a Power Conditioner Improved Your Sound?
I have a whole house conditioner in the breaker box because a lightening strike took out a Vandersteen power module that has been repaired...., my whole system is differentially balanced and the results are excellent