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Do you get Ringing in the Ears from your hi-fi?
I deliberately search out for music that sounds beautiful, as opposed to angryMe too, Rich. Well said. And of course, less blasting with Metallica means less ear damage. ( I still like Dylan but he wrote a lot of angry songs, and if they don't al... 
What constitutes an AUDIOPHILE recording
Qdrone, I had a warped record that did just that... had to chase it under the buffet... very badly warped :) 
What constitutes an AUDIOPHILE recording
Eldartford, wonderful clear list of what it takes for vinyl, thank you very much. I can truly relate to JGH and all those who as much as say that the word as applied to recordings may be appropriate, but when applied to music it groans.As for digi... 
Spend my $8,000 pt. 2
Hi again, looks like you're getting close now to a lovely setup...For 8 grand you might find a Klyne System 7 or a Hovland HP 100 preamp, and still have enough left for a Simaudio Moon W-3 or W-5. The Klynes are separate boxes for preamp and phono... 
Help with this RB300
Congratulations, Lousyreeds1 ! Your arm replacement seems to have worked out very well.When you use the template, remember that although you will be using the cartridge sides as reference points, in fact it is the stylus cantilever you are alignin... 
Efficient Match for Shanling Mono TUBES ?
I have Shanling SP-80 monoblocs. I run them with Meadowlark Shearwater Hot Rods and Ensemble Voiceflux cables. After trying various NOS tubes in the driver stage I have found a few favourites. Right now they are JAN Raytheons.There is a simple mod... 
Help with this RB300
You'll find some info about height at that link to the Vinyl Engine. Good luck, and let us know how things go if you get the chance. 
Help with this RB300
Applause is a store in Toronto. The owner's name is Rob Doughty. He's one of audio's super guys, he deals Rega and he'd probably ship to you and perhaps advise you. There's a Web site which I don't have time to look up, I have to go to work :o( . ... 
Help with this RB300
May I second Musicdoc's advice? Get help in person if you possibly can.I could scan and send you the instructions from my Rega, but you can get them online at http://www.vinylengine.com/manuals_rega.shtmlI think it would be a waste of time scannin... 
Help with this RB300
Before you think about taking the old arm off, you need to be sure you can mount the new one. I don't know the Kenwood you have--I went to see your system pics but the top deck design is not clear.Basically, arms have different mounting systems, a... 
Best cable for Graham 2.2
Larry, for my 2 cents you can take Cleopatra52's comments as read. He's one of my two Graham-owning correspondents and in my experience utterly reliable. I'll see if the other gent has anything to say in the next few days. 
What do you think of my 25 laws of audio
Your list is pretty funny.After 16 and 17 : a trip into the woods for two days or more will delight you with the quality of your system on your return.And I like number 20 : no matter how happy I am, there is always someone happier than me. And co... 
Best cable for Graham 2.2
Cello, re Music Groove v. IC-70, I have checked past correspondence with no luck, unfortunately. I'll post if I find out. 
Best cable for Graham 2.2
I have been told that an excellent cable for the Graham is the Hovland Music Groove 2. The two Graham owners I know both use it. 
Triangle Titus 202 Opinions?
Having done some research ( about time I did, blush ) I discover that the Titus ES doesn't compare with the old Titus 202. The ES line's 202 replacement is called the Stella. The new Titus ES is a new speaker. That's what the dealers say, anyway. ...