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Synergistic Research - NEW Element Cables
I have a copper power cable for my preamp and a tungsten that I am currently using for my Amp. My Tube preamp is powered with a Cardas Golden reference power cable. I would assume the Tungsten is the best of the 3. Should it be used on the preamp ... 
Help for a vinyl novice
I think what you really need to do intially is to set a budget for a TT/cartridge combo. Since you do not have a MC stage exclude the likes of any Dynavector (ie 10x5 that was mentioned earlier) I am not a used junkie for TT's myself unless it is ... 
Denon DL 106 vs Clearaudio Maestro Wood
Well without answering for Pisto Pete from 4 years ago but I will. I would say the Maestro by a long shot. Worth 10X the price of a discounted Denon says it all. I have a Benzm Micro Wood S L and would say its better than the Maestro on my system ... 
Best Cartridge for my system, MC or MM ??
I think your full of you know what to be honest. I f you think that your Audio Technica is the answer or Virtuso or Maestro than I must emphatically disagree with you. I am sorry. Miles ahead my ASS!!! Have you tried the Benz and compared? How do ... 
What's next after Clearaudio Concept ?
Hey I just saw an RP8 at a dealer but unfortunately did not have time to stick around and audition it. I will say i was mildly surprised with the construction and materials used for it. The plinth is made of some black foam substance sanwiched bet... 
What's next after Clearaudio Concept ?
hmm i am not overly familiar with the RP8 other than that it seems to have gotten some favourable reviews. I think it will definately challenge the classic 2 and perhaps surpass ti performance wise. I just read a review from the vinyl engine menti... 
What's next after Clearaudio Concept ?
try the VPI classic 2 with a dynavector 20X2 L. The combination is around the 3K mark. 
Recommended turntable/tonearm combo
VPI Classic 1 and for a little more Classic 2. 
What's next after Clearaudio Concept ?
VPI classic 2, Well Tempered Labs Amadeus GTA or an upgraded model of Clear Audio like the Champion Series or perfromance series.I think Rega has a few within and around your price range also. 
Best Cartridge for my system, MC or MM ??
If you are comparing a 10X5 to a virtuso then I would say it would be a tossup. I went off on a tangent and mentioned the Dynavector 17D3 as to how is was not a good fit for the TT15. I guess I should have clarified as to what MC's. Since i do pos... 
Benz-Micro SLR Gullwing MC
yeah you will regret purchasing any low output MC Cartridge period. Many Mc's have an output rsting of 0.3 mv to 0.8 mv. Having said that, I know for sure that Dynavector and Benz have high output units to compliment their lower output counterpart... 
Best Cartridge for my system, MC or MM ??
I own the very same TT and have been reasonably happy with it. I have tried the Dynavector 17D3 and found much to my chagrin, it is not a good combination for that turntable. With the cantilever being so short on that cartridge I could not optimiz... 
Lovan Classic II Amp Stand
I have used Lovan stands in the past. I believe the Sovereign units. For amps they work pretty good. I am not so crazy about the Tri stand configuration mainly because of the fact that the 3rd post is right in the rear middle and obstructs the run... 
Need help with a Tube PREAMP.
I use an older BAT VK 30 with a new Bryston 4B SST2. The 2 work really well together. I use to use the BAT with an older Bryston 4B. The Bat preamp utilizes 6 - 6922/6dj9/E88cc tubes. I am currently using Mullard E88cc tubes series 2493.A beautifu... 
Accessing music files
RETUNE can only be utilized with an Android device I assume? Is there something similar that can be utilized with an IPOD touch/PC Itunes setup? I have seen a few apps for APPLE such as one I saw from another thread called REMOTE BUDDY from IOSpir...