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Want to get into Analog
My Marantz CD player is more revealing and has "better" sound quality than any other source in my current system.  
Want to get into Analog
I recently picked up a JVC QL-Y66F DD table with a Stanton 981 HZS cartridge for $545. Is it better than my digital sources (which isn't something the OP asked for by the way)? No.  Do the used records I buy sound really nice on it after a good cl... 
Whats playing on your system today?
The Trinity Session - Cowboy Junkies.  Moving on to Mavis Staples Live in London now on Qobuz. 
A DAC that can make digital sound analog?
I think you need to accept the fact that digital and analog are going to sound different, just like most sources (digital and analog) sound different from each other.  It comes down to what you like and find enjoyable.  I have an Oppo 105D and am ... 
Vinyl***What If***
Is the interconnect just a standard RCA analogue interconnect & what is the maximum length the cable can be? Yes, it's a standard RCA That table comes with a cable, try it first and if you need something longer, look at Blue Jeans Cables. ... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
10CC - How dare you! and Crosby & Nash - Wind on the Water 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
I just put a bunch of modeling clay inside the plinth of my JVC QL-Y66F and took off the bouncy feet it came with and sat it on hockey pucks. It was getting a lot of vibration. I thought I'd put it to the test going down the highway to hell with A... 
Whats playing on your system today?
Listening to the new Gary Clark Jr. - This Land 
high-efficiency loudspeakers
I know they aren't the "best", but I really enjoy my Legacy Audio Focus 20/20 speakers. I've heard better speakers, but purchasing a used set of these was the best price / performance compromise for me. I also have a pair of Klipsch klf-30 speaker... 
Vinyl***What If***
What's "inexpensive"?  What's your budget?  Are you open to used?  It sounds like the Cayin only does MM cartridges?  If so, the suggestion for a Hana SL (and many other MC cartridges) is not a good one.  You could get by with the Hana SH (the hig... 
What are you streaming tonight?
uber, yes, it's really good.  I've always liked Susan Tedeschi and I also like Derek Trucks, but I've never paid much attention to their band.  That record made me really want to see them live, I can imagine it's a great show!  I'll have to dig in... 
What are you streaming tonight?
Tedeschi Trucks Band - Signs.  I'm really digging it so far! 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Gary Numan - The Pleasure Principle. I've been out of town for a few days in a place with no music other than my IEM's. It's good to be home!  
Want to upgrade my cartridge from 2m blue to black
Thanks uber. It's good to know there's an option when the time comes.  
Want to upgrade my cartridge from 2m blue to black
That's more than I paid for the turntable and cartridge! I have a couple of jico sas styli and like them, but from what I've read they don't do Stanton.