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| long lasting cart "I listen to records about 30 to 40 hours a week in my home office. "Wow! That's some serious listening.The advantage of the SS is, you can sent it back for a rebuild -$300. You'll get a year of so if the cart's really seeing that kind of use. A... | |
| Changing approach operating tube based system in current telecommuting environment PL HP owner here.The PL drives the tubes at the lower end of parameters. I'd just power off at the end of the day.I've had the HP on marathon sessions for the past 5 years with the same tubes. No noticeable sonic degradation comparing fresh tubes. | |
| VPI Classic setup tools "I found that proper azimuth makes a very big difference I use Fozgometer....easy and accurate..."Been curious about the Foz, since it was released. If I had the 3d arm, I would have the 2nd pivot. The reviews seem to be positive.Not having a Foz,... | |
| The quiet grid I use AC regen, so "clean power" isn’t an issue.What I do notice since I don’t have a dedicated space is, LESS ambient noise.My place is 100 years old, no double paned windows or high tech insulation.Great for listening to music with quiet passage... | |
| Sales or clearances happening now Check out the PS Audio website.Now is the time, if anyone has been itching to get that BHK or Powerplant you've been dreaming about.PS Audio is doing 20% of till the end of the month. Me thinks the end date will be extended.I won't be surprised ... | |
| Pop up ad blocker? "Adblock sells your data, adblock plus is a one man operation who was there first, and had kept his integrity."The heads up is appreciated teo_audioI haven't downloaded yet. Thank you | |
| VPI Classic setup tools Classic owner hereYou can go either way, with acceptable results.The supplied VPI jig, or....all that other stuff.Drive yourself insane, trying to achieve mythical "perfection"I use the jig, set tracking force,level the cart . Call it a day, and e... | |
| Pop up ad blocker? Explaining Svetlana or Natasha, just won't go over very well with the S.O.!Justifying a GIANT pair of speakers would be easier. | |
| Are aftermarket power cords required to be UL / CE approved? Talk about paranoia...I used this PC for a few yearshttps://www.mapleshaderecords.com/audioproducts/powercord_prev.phpScary looking, but it did what any aftermarket PC is supposed to do.Speaking to sales person, he said Pierre uses them WITHOUT th... | |
| Pop up ad blocker? Thanks!I just don't need a Russian or Asian girlfriend, nor do I care to see large women modeling bras. | |
| Why do my rolling stones albums sound bad? Man,this quarantine must be getting to us...8 year old thread. We listen to Stones albums(LP's) because it's the Stones, not the for the SQ.R&R live albums are always a crap shoot. I don't however, hear the bass as "muddy" on my period press. | |
| I Need Some Opinions... " think a VPI Prime Scout might be a huge upgrade in tables. Thinking I could pull that trigger and retire my current table."You'll get plenty of suggestions on what to get. If you chose the VPI Scout, look at thishttps://upscaleaudio.com/product... | |
| I Need Some Opinions... What ever you do, don't put a $2k Lyra Delos on your table.$5-700 max, will get an appropriate cart. Audio Tehnica and Hana would be on my radar.After that, questionable value/performance based on your table/phonostage.Keep the speakers, they wer... | |
| What country builds the best audio equipment? The ol "best" question.Should be interesting to read what is "best"What does "best" even mean? | |
| How to upgrade "power cord" on turntable with wall wart? The OP has a $5K table that can't keep maintain a reasonably steady 33.3, as is-stock?I would demand a refund. |