theflattire

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Phono Stage in inputs for 2 tonearms
Mofi Master Phono EAR 88PB  
Static on turntable
I use the TEAC washi paper and notice a reduction in static. However I live in a low static area.  
Sumiko BPS EVO III HO broken stylus - What now?
If you like it retip. Joseph Long or Steve at VAS.  
How Soon Do You Realize You Don't Like a Piece of Gear?
I would also keep in mind that the synergy with the cart matters also. I prefer a tube stage but I have had instances when one cart sounded better with a different stage.  
Wonder product?
Puffin etc. been around for some time.  DSP I think. Do a search.  
McIntosh MT5 or VPI Prime Scout turntable
Instead of changing TTs why not try an external phono stage first like an EQ500? Phono stage can make a big difference.  
SUT help
There's a Bob's Sky10 on USAM right now. 1:10 is probably all you need. I gotta say, I listened first through the MC side and then through the Hashimotos and I don't hear much difference.  Of course there is the gain. Not listening for anything... 
SUT help
Here's the interior of mine.   He uses the same chassis for all the Hashimoto transformers. You can look at the HM-X also.  Same gain but a little less cost. Someone else ordered from this person without the switching so it can be custom wire... 
SUT help
@mmcgill829  I got my Hashimotos on eBay from a Japanese seller.  I believe I paid around $1300.  He lists it for more but make an offer and he will discount it.  Made to order so it takes about a month. I"ll try and do a A/B with/without tonigh... 
SUT help
I have a Modwright with the XT upgrades and use a Hashimoto HM-7. I haven't checked it against the MC side since I did the upgrades but before it seemed to expand the soundstage some.  I think you mostly use a SUT to bypass an active gain stage. ... 
DH Labs Prelude Speaker cable
@mpomerantz  Sorry I meant you aren't going to get fancy outers or boxes etc.  No frou frou. I replaced Cardas Iridiums on my phono with DH Labs Pro Studios with no loss in quality.   I think the sweet spot in their product line is their silver... 
DH Labs Prelude Speaker cable
Not a lot of stores carry DH Labs.  While not exactly a direct to consumer brand, they don't spend a lot on promotion or packaging.  I see their cables in places like Cable Company or Parts Connexion.  Audioquest/Cardas they are not.  Order direct... 
Turntable Advice on Hum/Brands
I had a P3 and had no issues.  Just need to cross your t's and dot the i's when you set it up.  Rega's don't have a ground wire. IMO, the deal right now is the Anniversay P3, almost a P6 and cheaper.  Use the saved money for a nice cart. I would... 
Upgrading Turntable: Pro-ject 6perspex or Rega RP6 (upgraded cartridge)
I had a Rega P3 and when I upgraded I read better things about the Rega arm than the Project. I would go with the better arm.  
Modwright PH 9.0x upgrades?
@mmcgill829  You gotta find that thread.  Come to think about it, I'm not sure if the folks who reported good results also had the X upgrade done.  Possible they were reporting only on the T upgrade. You already did the X so the T will just max ...