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Lyngdorf TDAI-3400
Jcarcopo, thanks for the insights. Even though I was economical in my words there is no place to infer I demonized digital. Well, the very idea of considering anything Lyndorf makes it very clear. I am aware and actually adept of the digitizing of... 
Lyngdorf TDAI-3400
What prevented me from even demoing the amp is that it digitizes the analogue signal no matter if the source is connected to the standard inputs or through the optional "high-end ""analogue"" module". A big no for a stereo system IMO but it should... 
Bardo and 10.5 vs Stabi S and 4point 9
Ben, thanks for the quick reply. On the cartridge, unfortunately, I won't have much flexibility in this particular audition but will definitely make an effort to mount better stuff. Nice to know you got good results from Skala, which I tend to ass... 
Bardo and 10.5 vs Stabi S and 4point 9
ben64, that´s good to hear. Have you got any detailed feedback from brinkmann? That could be a problem with some earlier batches of motors and the current ones are improved? I will audition one all Brinkmann setup (bardo + 10.5 tonearm + pi) very ... 
Studer vs Otari
I think in the US it is a very good option to purchase the Technics, since access to spare parts and clever tweaks are available afaic (if you already didnt, check https://tapeproject.com/machines/). In Europe it has achieved an enormous reputatio... 
Arche Headshell and Technics 1200G
I am also a very big fan of Acoustical Systems. In my experience, their setup tools are the best, and their arms and cartridges at the top. And their true SOTA turntable, the Apolyt, is the only component in my long hi-fi career that is so so m... 
Bardo and 10.5 vs Stabi S and 4point 9
Sksos, thank you very much. This kind of info is extremely valuable and, although agreeing that the Timeline test is challenging for most of the turntables in the market, it is indeed paramount to assess the results since speed stability and accur... 
Arche Headshell and Technics 1200G
Thanks for the info, bluewolf! And compliments on your great setup - particularly those lovely TAD speakers! 
Bardo and 10.5 vs Stabi S and 4point 9
sksos1, I am also interested in knowing more about this speed issue with the Bardo, in case you don't mind sharing.regards 
New SME SYNERGY Turntable!
It was a pretty interesting release in a show dominated by the digital. In the context of the system within it was playing, it performed really well. But the phono wasn’t the one supposed to run in production so I´d rather wait to listen to the fi... 
High End Reproduction is back
Thanks syntax, I live in Germany so I will definitely contact the company.  
High End Reproduction is back
Dear syntax, thanks for sharing.I totally agree with the Marten Design + Vitus room as being one of the best sounding overall. I could easily live with that system...Unfortunately, I had not enough time to visit the Acoustical Systems room to hear...