zenieth

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Break in for ICs from CDP
I don't see how a cable can break in with out sound from your speakers. Maybe I'm behind the times........ 
shipping cd players
Less handling means less chance of damage to the player. You might want to consider next or second day air verses other methods......... 
Magnepan newbye
A better starting point would be the 1.6's ........ 
when shutting down my system the speakers squak
Turn your volume level to ZERO before you shut off anything... 
Changing the Wood trim color on 3.6 Maggies
Your best bet is to call Magnepan. They will provide you with new rails and installation instructions. They are very, very good with customer service too! 
RB300 versus Linn Ittok
Go with the moded Rega (Michell Tecno arm). Mass drops down to 11 grams....... Nice match for your 5.3 gram Karat! 
Too good to be true?
I wonder how the assumption of subwoofer and elbow came about? I'll bet he greases his elbows in the business that he's in! Stolen merchandise can show up anywhere for sale. I would venture to say he still made a profit after pulling the wool over... 
new to phono.. Can I hook one up to my preamp?
Madmanbmw,You can add a phono pre amp to your existing pre amp. You'll be hooking in to another source selection that isn't being used like tape, aux, CD, ect. You can buy a really good phono pre like a Lehmann Black Cube and keep your existing pr... 
Which cartridge is the Imaging/soundstaging champ
Lyra Helikon ...... 
Cartridge selection & output “mV” MM vs. MC Help
You have several choices of cartridges that will work with your 11 gram mass arm. Try www.cartridgedb.com 
Need to turn volumn up to break in speaker cable?
You don't need high volume. You just need the signal passing through the cables to the speakers. I always use my tuner and run at a low volume........ 
Itching for an SACD player
Buy an Audio Aero Capitole MKII and be done with it! 
Marantz TT-15 turntable
In the 1400/1800 range you can do pretty good on a used table/arm combo. You might possibly get a decent cartridge included too! I would look at Michell Gyrodec and VPI Aries tables. The Michell with the new Technoarm can be found in your range. O... 
WHAT PRE FOR A SPECTRON/VSR COMBO?
Why not get the mate made for the Musician II. The Spectron Model 10 would fit the bill nicely. I use both the 10 and a Sunfire Architectural Signature Sub with excellent results. The Model 10 isn't made any more but they show up once in a while o... 
Should a CDP be left on 24/7 or shut off & on?
Those players with a tube front end benefit from being on 24/7. But if your not going to play for extented times then it's a good idea to turn them off. This will prolong the life of the tubes. I haven't heard of anyone leaving units with out a tu...