Visit the Wonderful World of Analog Raul Style


OK, all regulars on this site know Raul. As some of you may remember, I suggested to Raul within a previous thread that he post pictures of the various tables, tonearms, and especially the large number of cartridges he has referenced over the past several months. I figured that such would provide a great resource for the vast majority of us who have never even seen, let alone heard, a number of the cartridges he mentions both favorably and critically. Some contacted me with encouragement, some with skepticism that I could pull it off, and some with skepticism that the cartridges existed. In short order, I heard from Raul, himself, and it became clear that he was not unwilling to share images of his treasure trove (and I mean treasure trove, literally) but, rather, did not know how to go about creating a forum to do so. As such, I agreed to create for Raul a dedicated webpage for their display, if he would send to me pictures. Well, to say that I was overwhelmed at what came my way was an understatement. I think you will agree.

I subsequently created the webpage, a link for which I provide below. No, it is not professional – I am not a professional web builder. Yes, it is LARGE and, yes, it will take awhile to load, depending on your connection speed. In any case, my advice is to be patient and wait for it to load completely. It is my hope that this will prove a fun and educative resource for us all. I would appreciate it if folks would bump this thread now and again so that others might have the opportunity to view the site and bookmark it for future enjoyment.

Above all, THANKS to you, Raul!!!

The Otherworldy Analog World of Raul
4yanx
I knew Raul was legit. And it looks like all those cartridges get a fair amount of use!!!! Raul> the analog King!
On a lighter note:Raul,your wife must be a GODDESS to allow you to indulge,to this level.I know,when I built my dedicated room,some years ago,I had to come up with some pretty pricey "BLING",to quell her!!Now,I've basically"Bought" her off,so I'm free to play!!

In your case,it probably would be in your best interest to take "the little woman" out to a movie,now and again.Based on your, seeming, propensity for modding/collecting (I DO love it),I don't see how you have the time.If she does ever leave you, I know some N.Y. based audiophiles who would snatch her up,in a "New York Minute".BEWARE!!

Also,her influence,in your audio room is obvious,in the little "Chakas"(Hummels)on the front table.BTW-you DO know that they screw up your soundstage,by vibrating above 12khz!Just kidding!!

Oh,Yeah-forgot to mention(the timing is good here)that although you were always denigrated,enough to seem like the young Anakin Skywalker,I somehow,always felt that it was the light side of the FORCE that you "Glowed" in!!Have fun.
4yanx: David, I really appreciate your effort and advise to do this thread for to shear part of my life audio passion to all music lover's.

Tks againd and best regards.
Raul.
Dear Johnnantais: I really like the Stax tonearm, only a grade down to the Satin unipivot: that for me is the best unipivot ever made.

I already listen all those cartridges and take my time for hear it time to time. What I'm not finished is to find the best tonearm/cartridge match for every one.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.
Hi Viridian: You are always welcome. I will be in touch with you about.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.