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Lessons of youth
System synergy…..  
What is a good turntable preamp under $500?
If your intention is simply to get the rig up and running, purchase an old Radio Shack Phono Preamp. They are not screechy like the modern units and can be had for low $. Leave it plugged in for a week or so before judging as they are roughly 40+ ... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Genesis - Abacab.   
Go get out your pitchforks, I’ve done a sacrilegious thing. . .
Awwww Schiit….  
Newbie seller
If the package fails to materialize, fill out the form on the usps website. Usps will wait a period of time. If the package fails to materialize, you will receive the insured value plus shipping fees. If memory serves…..  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Great White - Shot in the Dark  
This sounds suspicious...
No local pickup. Perhaps they fear the rona?  
Inner 1/3 of All Records Deep Obtrusive Rumble
http://kabusa.com/frameset.htm?/m1200.htm   Lookup Technics overhang gauge.   
Inner 1/3 of All Records Deep Obtrusive Rumble
Definitely check the cartridge alignment and overhang as previously mentioned. The KAB headshell holders have a built in overhang gauge. Sure it’s by eyeball but it works quite well. If memory serves the overhang should be 15mm. Also make sure the... 
What do you consider the most when choosing a pair of speakers?
What do you consider the most when choosing a pair of speakers?   Exit strategy. How the heck can I make these things go away…..?  
Is it me or new audio gear is too perfect and give ear fatigue?
Perfect on paper, maybe. The ears say otherwise.   
Are You Happy With Your Phono Preamp?
The Soundsmith Hyperion appears to be a $8K cartridge. The $2500 PS Audio Stellar Phono may simply be outclassed at that pice gap. Maybe. Soundsmith has a MC phono stage. Perhaps it would mate well with the Hyperion?  
Phono stage options - balanced with XLR both input and output...
Coda 06X  
How did you get started in this hobby
Sony Walkman  
Why did my amp just crash and burn ?
Thankfully it was just a fuse and not the magic smoke!