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| Is the Audio Technica AT-ART 9 cartridge versus a Dynavector 20XH jbhiller-in case you're not aware of the thread on the fabulous ART 9:https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/pani-new-art-9-up-and-running?highlight=art%2B9Its been going strong nearing 2 years. I believe there are some post of users of the DV 20 ... | |
| Upgrade from DV 17D3, looking for recommendations! Thiefoflight-My final setup: referencing the BACK of the cart, perpendicular to the headshell, the angle in relation to the record surface is a slightly LESS than 90 degrees,so the cart is tipped up. VTF@ 1.8 grams.We both use the Foz, I don't hea... | |
| Upgrade from DV 17D3, looking for recommendations! thiefoflight-Goodluck with the incoming ART 9.I took a look at the Tekton website. Surprisingly affordable and nice specs.What model are you using? Their "statement" model looks serious. | |
| Upgrade from DV 17D3, looking for recommendations! theifoflight-The thread strays here and there, but useful info. There are a few mentioning the DV17I have been using the 9 for 1.5 years and no desire to go beyond. As mentioned in the thread, it's playing on some SERIOUS tables way beyond my VPI ... | |
| Upgrade from DV 17D3, looking for recommendations! thiefoflight-I use an Audio Technica ART 9 on my VPI Classic. It's plugged into a Foz v2.Check out the thread on the ART 9. A 17D3 owner mentions his preference of the ART 9.I almost purchased a Lyra Delos before reading the thread. Users of many ... | |
| Anyone own or heard of PrimaLuna? "Wondering those who bought a $35,000 amps just because they can afford and it's more of lifestyle or the $35k gears truly that great?"Generally, those REALLY expensive amps ARE NOT an apple to apples comparison to the PL line. They are designed f... | |
| Anyone own or heard of PrimaLuna? Ifyou do a search, the PL threads go back a decade.One of the few "bang for your buck" tube amps(domestic or USA)Great gear AND company support if needed. I've had EXCELLENT technical warranty/technical support from PL.If you're not stuck on"made... | |
| clear audio Basic Plus phono stage or Heed Quasar I used Quasar before upgrading to a tubed unit twice the retail price.I see the retail cost has gone up a bit since I had one($700)Very nice and quiet unit with "audiophile" credentials-discrete compononets(no amps) and separate power supply.If y... | |
| recommendations of phono preamps < $3000 range Do you have the Manley Chinook on the list?I have seen used units in the $1500 zone.Maybe a little more organic sound(tubes) over the SS suggestions. | |
| Aesthetic Calypso or CJ Et3 or Primaluna Dialogue 3 audioconnection-Accepted audio sonics often defy electronics 101 rules in one way or another.You plumb your components with specific cable and other seemingly ridiculous items don't you?So just reply directly to the OP with your all knowing audio... | |
| Aesthetic Calypso or CJ Et3 or Primaluna Dialogue 3 The PL has positive reviews.http://www.stereophile.com/content/primaluna-dialogue-three-preamplifier#tfVTpJZkJFcE8rzP.97The newer Dialogue Premium gets listed if you have patience, but they seem to go quickly.I picked one up recently, with plans o... | |
| Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ... I'm happy to report my 1 1/2 year old ART 9 just got a long overdue stylus cleaning with the magic eraser. The entire cantilever had built up gunk and the once clean diamond was lost in the crud.A couple of dips, brush away the stray micro fibers,... | |
| Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ... J_damon-I feel your disappointment, especially after shelling out so much cash.Send a pic to the vendor, have them email you a return label for a new one.The hassle is worth the performance you will get out of the ART 9.Mine has been keeping me ha... | |
| Tube integrateds and Electrostatic Speakers I have the HP.Not using personally, but have heard several ML setups with PL gear. Also Stereophile reviews mention PL. driving difficult speaker loads including ML.If you follow your hearing and not tech specs, realistic/convincing sonics is wha... | |
| Best Tube Amp for B&W Bookshelf rocketroom,this listing is even nicer than my original suggestion.Get this one, your done.https://www.audiogon.com/listings/tube-primaluna-dialogue-premium-hp-black-2016-12-18-integrateds-43...It will blow blow away pretty much anything in the pri... |