This is why I have completely given up on analog. I had an analogue system for years that was at or near SOTA for the time. And a large vinyl collection.
Now, after years of digital of increasing quality, I find that I simply have zero tolerance for surface noise. I know that lots of vinylphiles claim that surface noise is a non-issue but for me it just isn't that way. All it takes is a couple of tics, pops, or crackles and that's it, I'm done.
Just a personal idiosyncrasy, but one that certainly helps me to understand your situation.
Hope you get your new gear back soon!
will
Now, after years of digital of increasing quality, I find that I simply have zero tolerance for surface noise. I know that lots of vinylphiles claim that surface noise is a non-issue but for me it just isn't that way. All it takes is a couple of tics, pops, or crackles and that's it, I'm done.
Just a personal idiosyncrasy, but one that certainly helps me to understand your situation.
Hope you get your new gear back soon!
will