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$100,000 line stage
The review is weak. No technical  breakdown of construction. Can anyone explain the circuit board that appears to be plywood? Are the components mounted on this, and point to point wiring is employed on the backside?Looks like stock from my Jr. Hi... 
$100,000 line stage
For  that price, Audio Note should have put the electronics in a nice case. It looks like a unit with a retail cost of $2k! Doesn't appear to have fancy feet either. For the price, it should have the BEST Stillpoints or equivalent.There is a threa... 
Forgive my ignorance. Now to start over. . . .
If you can up your game a little and negotiate with a seller, a higher performing used table is the way to go. Maximum bang for the buck.https://www.audiogon.com/listings/turntables-vpi-industries-classic-2-with-zephyr-ii-cartridge-2017-...Since y... 
Analog Front End Next Upgrade
nordicnorm-my post is subjective, and I think most of us here, already know the tube rap- noisey, distortion etc.Your comparison is subjective regarding SS vs Tube.There isn't anything in my post that's backwards.How many articles have we read abo... 
Analog Front End Next Upgrade
cbl117-I see some talk in here, about upgrading your phono stage.Have you considered a tube stage? Something like this will put your table/cart on the next level of "real" which only the BEST$$$SS units can match.Depending how you  negotiate with ... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
slaw- I think side 3 of GB is my favorite. It's the only DJM I have.The guitar riff that preceeds the chorus to "All the Girls" and bass lines sound fabulous with the volume knob at 2 o'clock and the tubes cookin.Lots of subtlety in that cut.An in... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
I admit I took the plunge on a "Hot Stamper" years ago. CSN&Y "4 Way Street" for $125.00."slaw- my favorite neighborhood store in the past, has reported Better Record "scouts" going through his  bins."Thinking about my most expensive lp purcha... 
walter becker Rest in Peace
wow!  I just heard this on the news..prog rock? Can't seem to hear how they fit with King Crimson,ELP,Yes, Genesis... 
Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)
I've got an credit card with a zero balance and huge limit...Im ready for that table, and  the Audio Technica ART 1000.I will start a thread on what arm to mount. Perhaps I will keep the Japanese theme going with the arm? Are there any nice Japane... 
My jazz collection told me to get a *real* system
jazztherapist-this is a VERY good piece for the money, has a decent  phonostage,basically plug and play.I would offer the guy $3500. Amphttp://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649194389-dialogue-premium-hp-integrated-amplifier/offer $2500 for this tabl... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
"The actual record label is black with white printing. Both of my copies have the several pages of pictorial inserts. The original lp inner sleeve is solid black w/ MCA printed all over in white lettering."A closer inspection of my so-so copy-perh... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
Slaw, I’m doing laundry right now,so i have downtime to play with my system while in between loads...good time! I pulled out my copy of "Don't Shoot me"Mine is a black label MCA, I haven't heard a DJM of this album. This is another I need to find ... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
slaw, i'd be interested in reading  your assessment of sonic differences of DJM/UNI presses.Im in a lifelong  quest of replacing subpar albums. Reading old threads, seems the DJM's is the press to get.If you buy into any of the "hot stamper"market... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
whart, had the good fortune of seeing him during the El Rayo period.A friend asked me to join him, and catch Dacid at a now defunct venue in Huntington Beach.(The Golden Bear) I wasn't really hip to David at the time.After hearing his brilliance, ... 
Latest bin find.....Elton John
bdp24-looks like you've had some amazing playing experiences! ROCK ON!Unlike audio gear, we know it's the player, not the instrument/amp that matters.The DR was one of the most used amps in the studio by countless artists.David Lindley playing a 2...