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Shelter 90X owners, had a chance to audition 9000?
Mr. Tracy I've had a 90X for about 1 yr with no problems. Exactly what problems are you experiencing? 
UNIverse Cu ,XV-1S,Shelter 9000 wt BATVkp10seSupe
Hey Doug, I sincerely hope it was my ignorance, but for the record, my dealer represented both cartridge lines. I contaced him about the Zyx line because of the "quiet" reputation. I had no experience with Zyx/Shelter. Its been so long now that I ... 
UNIverse Cu ,XV-1S,Shelter 9000 wt BATVkp10seSupe
I have the 90X with an LP 12/Ittok LV II. I listen to acoustic jazz 90%. I also have an Asthetix Rhea. I switched from the Benz line to the Shelter last spring. The 90X's claim to fame is the frequency extension. The reviews state that it combines... 
Classical Recommendation
I have finally obtained a copy of Ralph Vaughan Williams Pastoral Symphony, & #5. It is on and EMI label featuring Sir Richard Boult. The recording quality is ok. I would have much preferred 180 gm but I could not locate that format. I don't r... 
Linn Ittok IV II - The Best Cartridge Match ?
I started out with an Audio Research PH-3 that I bought in 1998. I changed the stock Sovtek 6922 for Tungsram which really extended the bass. In April of 06 I upgraded to an Aesthetix Rhea. I really enjoy the sound of tubes so all my gear is tubed... 
Linn Ittok IV II - The Best Cartridge Match ?
I started out with the OC 9, then moved to a Benz Glider, and now I have the Shelter 90X. Like you I have the Cirkus, Trampolin, Lingo, and Ittok LV II. You may already know this but the 90X is in a different league than the others I mentioned. Wh... 
Transparent vs Synergistic Research?
Hey Killer, I finally auditioned the SR Resolution Reference vs Transparent Ultra. It was SR all the way. BTW the Kimber Bi-Focal was just as good as SR in my system. 
Nordost vs. Transparent...which is better?
I too have auditioned both aginst my reference KCAG. The Transparent won and now all my IC's are Transparent Super Balanced. I recently tried a Transparent Ultra vs Kimber Bi-Focal XL vs Synergistic Resolution Ref speaker cable and the Synergistic... 
Speaker Cable Termination
As always thanks for your feedback. I have periodically clipped the ends of the cable or I have re-twisted the ends with needle nose pliers. Both methods result in a fresh connection. 
Linn LP12 Question
FWIW I take my Linn in or a tune up annually. It costs me 40-50 bucks. I have the Lingo, cirkus,trampolin upgrades with an Ittok LV II arm mounted with a Shelter 90X. A tune up is basically adjusting the suspension, arm, and checking the bearings,... 
Speltz anti-ic's vs Nordost QuattroFil
Some months ago, I auditioned the Quattro, Transparent Super, and compared them to my established Kimber KCAG. My sys in part consisted of LP-12, ARC LS-15, Mag 3.6., and Manley 250 mono's. All cables were xlr. To my surprise, Transparent was the ... 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
My Explorer for Michigan winters, but my "Sunday" moblie is a Benz 430 E. with "Kind Of Blue" blasting 
To Aesthetix users
I plugged mine into a Power Wedge Ultra 116 and noticed a slight buzz. However the buzz was resolved when I plugged it into the wall outlet. 
Queen on American Idol
I concur, Ace has to go. 
Shelter 90X Tracking Force
Tom thanks a mil. Although I have a Shure Gauge, I had my Linn dealer fine tune my initial set up of the Shelter 90X. The Shelter dealer recommended the TF of 1.9. I will probably leave it alone as I am more set it/forget it until it is time for m...