wlutke
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| Vandersteen 3 w/ARC d240 MKII ltngstrucktwice -I feel so old! My point was the 3A (and probably the previous 3 if that is what you have) is neither dynamic nor airy and has soft, slow bass. It's pleasant and nonabrasive. The presentation will not bring the band into your room.... | |
| Platter Levelling Issue Willewonka -If you don't mind, what brand/model of level are you using? I have the Ortofon level. It deviates from dead center to 1/10 of a degree out when spun in place. I think that is 1/20 of a degree error. Not what I expected for $50 but usab... | |
| Vandersteen 3 w/ARC d240 MKII The Vandersteen 3A sounds slow and hazy. I had them for 18 years with many amps and never could get them to hurry up. The 3A Sigs are a major upgrade. | |
| Fake Audiophiles I personally believe in the Analog God but the Digital Devil whispers in my ear. I have never heard of these fake audiophiles. Could it be an invention of the Audiosnobs? | |
| Importance of Amplifier versus Preamp? 01-26-15: Wlutke"Your amp can't sound any better than what the preamp gives it."Almarg -"This is true. But it is also true that the preamp can't sound any better than the amp allows it to. So the location of a given component in the chain is in it... | |
| Importance of Amplifier versus Preamp? Your amp can't sound any better than what the preamp gives it. Consider the preamp as the heart of the system you eventually want and put the money there. | |
| Suggestions for phono cable I use the Nordost Frey 2 and also own the VPI. The latest Norse 2 series cables, unlike previous versions, are well balanced and neutral. They lean a little bit warm if anything. I find the VPI's to be muddy, smeared and lacking in both high and l... | |
| VPI JMW 12.7 Spindle/pivot distance Sdcampbell - If it's like my JMW 10 - and it looks like it is in photos - there should be a set screw on the left side, just below the height adjust knob. You can adjust the arm to spindle distance by rotating the arm base. I used the JMW jig and ... | |
| Sumo preamp I had the Sumo Athena II with the Andromeda amp. I gave it to Goodwill. IMO your best bet is to dump the pre and invest in a better one. It is a really poor performing pre. | |
| Rockwell: audiophile term "just like a pedophile" Childish rant. Arrogant, egotistical, stereotyping and bitter. Wonder what his problem is. | |
| Distortion with ARC Ref 150 and Maggie 3.7 You have described the distortion problem I have been working on for some time now, although yours sounds more severe. Mine was with high pitched, high amplitude vocal "air", mostly female, but piano was ok. I have the DV XX2 MK2 and also use the ... | |
| Good sounding oldies CD of 60,'s 70's 80's Search for "Casey Kasem music cds". They have very good sound. Amazon. | |
| Benz micro glider vs dynavector 20X2 Contact Benz and ask them retip time. I have an original Glider and a 20X2m. I would go for the glider. The detail and treble are far superior and the sound is overall more civilized. The Dyna is known for big bass and an organic sound. It can roc... | |
| Sumiko Celebration II and VPI JMW 10 original ? And she hopes your bruised ego gets well soon. | |
| Sumiko Celebration II and VPI JMW 10 original ? Dreadhead -I showed this thread to the wife. She says you need to get a life. |