raymonda

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Platter wobble - too much?
GEM Polytable. 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Vinny, yes the mods are worth it and can be done with less than $100, if you are handy and good at soldering. 
Jelco TK-850L review
4 hours is not enough time to give an assessment.  Please put in 50 hours or more and then report back. 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Dual 5000's is not a bad table, and as a collectible it might be fun. But for the general price they are going for today they are not a good value. I've seen folks asking 400-750 for them and I would say that a stock one is best a $200 table. If o... 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
Many, e.g., Rega, SOTA, Artison, Linn, AR, Thorens...to name just a few. 
Do You own a Dual Cs5000? How does it sound compared to other Turntables?
I owned one and if you mod it, it can sound okay. Compared to other tables it has several compromises. Its base is formed plastic, which the bearing spindle is screwed to. Not the most solid foundation. It's has a transformer power supply that can... 
Let's talk cartrige loading.
Although I agree with much that has been stated, I strongly disagree with anyone who says it makes little to no difference. For those that think this, I have one suggestion, try a Qtip! 
Preamp under $2,000 used
Audible Illusions M3A. 
1K sleeper MC cart?
I've sent many cartridges to SS. I agree, they often don't sound exactly the same but they have always sounded better. And, not by a small margin. 
I hate when this happens
Headphones and headphone amps have gotten much better and make listening a pleasurable experience. However, speakers are certainly the best way to listen. 
SME V Tonearm on eBay Hong Kong Sellers are FAKE!!!
As well as all these items:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nagra-BPC-MM-MC-Phnon-Good-For-Turntable-And-Cartridge-Ortofon-Denon/253458...https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fidelity-Research-FR-FR-64S-Tonearm-Arm/253462060638?hash=item3b03841e5e:g:...https://www.eb... 
SME V Tonearm on eBay Hong Kong Sellers are FAKE!!!
This seller is also eBay ing this $19000. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SME-3012R-Gold-Improved-Precision-Stereo-Tonearm-Working-Is-Good/2534929106...Is this fake, too? 
SME V Tonearm on eBay Hong Kong Sellers are FAKE!!!
Did you check out the photo of the arm that is being called a fake? It is not out of focus and there are multiple pictures. I've visually compared it to a "real" arm and o can't see any differences. Does anyone know someone who bought this arm fro... 
SME V Tonearm on eBay Hong Kong Sellers are FAKE!!!
What are the obvious tell tale signs that this is a fake?  
New or used cartridge
Buy from a trusted source. I done so and have had good luck. When all goes right you can get a tremendous value. I've done so and enjoyed the rewards that would otherwise been beyond my wallet.