twl
Responses from twl
| Strange Tonearm Tweak. Long So far, a grand total of 5 beta-users. All very happy. | |
| Need a Basic Education on the LP12 I agree that the Linn can be bettered, but it is still quite a nice table that would be satisfactory for many listeners. I had one for many years, and liked it alot.Regarding the differences, one easy way to check is to look at the power switch. I... | |
| cartridge for Sota Comet That might work, but I can't guarantee the results. If you already have the gear laying around, it wouldn't hurt to try it. Just make sure that you don't try to use two phono stages. Use the Adcom phono, come out of the main preamp output, and go ... | |
| Aesthetix Question Albert Porter really needs to be consulted about this, because he has done the comparisons that you want to know about. He has the IO Signature Dual Power Supply with the Callisto preamp. And he has compared them to a Manley Steelhead. | |
| What's a good step-up transformer? Frank, Cotter has been out of business since the 80's. You can only get used or NOS units. They do typically go for about a grand, as stated above. They are very good sounding units, though. However, they are difficult to change cartridge loads on... | |
| cartridge for Sota Comet I think the X5 is a good cartridge, but I doubt that you have enough phono section gain to use it. | |
| cartridge for Sota Comet I'd consider the Dynavector 10x4 or the Goldring 1042. | |
| Adding a step-up transformer Part of the needs come from the preamp gain also. You are looking for the total gain number that comes out of the preamp outputs. I see from your statements that your phono stage is 65db gain, which means your preamp must have a low gain figure. T... | |
| OK.......I need more info on the Shelter 901...... Frank, for your Well-Tempered arm, I'd suggest the ZYX R-100 Fuji instead of the Shelter 901. The ZYX Fuji is in the same sonic category with the Shelter, but has higher compliance which would be better with your arm. The ZYX is a little higher in... | |
| How many AudiogoNers are amateur chefs? Craig, you caught me. When I can, I use a 25cm single skillet for my meals. I only use well-seasoned cast iron cookware. Nothing sticks to it. I think it is unbeatable.So now you know that I'm a single pan guy, as well as a single driver speaker g... | |
| Harvey Rosenberg: Did he or didn't he...... Yes, Harvey was the Tube God. I talked to him about possibly buying some Futterman amps in the mid 80s, and he personally answered the phone by saying "Tube God". I didn't buy the amps, but I did think they were cool. | |
| How many AudiogoNers are amateur chefs? As a bachelor, it's either learn to cook, or starve! I have done alot of cooking, and enjoy it immensely. I even have friends that invite me over for dinner, just so I can cook the meal. They provide the ingredients and the fine French Bordeaux, a... | |
| The truth about interconnects - can you handle it? Marakanetz, no hard feelings. Everything's cool. | |
| The truth about interconnects - can you handle it? Tazuser, I was the one who did many tests on equipment blindfolded, and had a good success record. I simply listen to the equipment, and determine if I can hear something different. Sometimes I can, and sometimes I cannot. Sometimes I may hear blo... | |
| Can I get "Great" used speakers for $1800?? You can get some nice used Maggies for that money, if you have enough amp power to drive them. |