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8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
vpi- straws still exist here, in Long Beach!I don't know about the matches, may be done like free air for your tires. 
8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
"100’ of unraveled snarled tape wrapped up under the trap door of the dash mounted 8 track player, only discovered when you pull it out of of the slot because it stopped playing until you realized....then using a steak knife to dig it out."newf27-... 
Phono Preamp Gain
"I’m not sure if the JBLs are anywhat of a good match for the Primaluna but I got them for dirt cheap at an estate sale so they are staying for a while."nmo25- I bet the JBL's will sound good, if you like the "vintage sound"Vintage sound to me is ... 
8 track CRUSHES CD,Vinyl and everything else!!!
grannyring-Nothing like listening to a favorite cut, only to be interrupted by the player clicking over to the next track to continue the song!On another note, I'm considering a "final" road rig-disc brake, E-tap$$$I've had  my "plastic"rig for 10... 
Phono Preamp Gain
nmo25,I HAVE the PL HP, a VPI,and used a Schiit Mani, while my main unit was in the shop.Don't drive yourself mad figuring what is "absolute" on paper.One of the 2 first MM settings will be fine. Using your ears, in this instance, won't damage any... 
Another Letterman guest I wasn't aware of..
roxy54-I felt the same way too. You can feel Johnnys inner child,as he speaks with Dave.This was a refreshing watch. Johnny  was on top of his game. Very few guitarist can  make that song, "their song" as Johnny.I also saw Johnny a few years back.... 
CD Got Absolutely Crushed By Vinyl
Is this thread in response to the CD "crushing" vinyl thread?Lots of crushing going on lately... 
Need help solving a system problem
A situation, if you didn't notice  the woofers, that isnt going to harm anything.ALL system's speakers will do the  same with a table. Lookup subsonic concerns. 
VPI 40th Anniversary Table After Warranty Support Question
That a significant investment.  Call VPI with your concerns.Bases on your questions, and I were a dealer, I would suggest you  be a digital listener, and stay away from turntables.Looks like a lot needless overthinking. I have nothing but positive... 
VPI Classic vs Clear Audio Wood
You are aware EVERY suggestion/opinion is subjective and biased?I’ve used a Classic for many years. Cart selection and the best phono stage you can afford will ensure there is no "lack of sparkle" as mentioned in an earlier post.If you don’t mind ... 
The quest for the hot stamper or is it a myth
millercarbon-what is the catalog number on the jacket?deadwax info?I have always liked that album, but mine isn't stamper worthy. 
Looking for a mid-priced TT to install my 2M Black Cart
I would inquire on this listing, and negotiate a price with shipping included.https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9a566-vpi-hw-19-sumiko-ft-3-arm-denon-103d-turntables#&gid=...With the cart, you will have a nice setup. 
Jimmy Page, It's time to call your lawyers?
I tried my best to listen to the entire song, then judge.https://video.search.yahoo.com/video/play;_ylt=Awr46ueuk0RcKUoAAXu5mWRH;_ylu=X3oDMTByZ2N0cmxpBHNlYwN...Lasted 30 seconds. Even closed my eyes to get past the lead singers goofy,over done,try... 
Mahogany Rush
If you were a teenage kid learning guitar in the mid 70's, Frank Marino  and Mahogany Rush was one of the bands to follow, alongside the usual suspects.I was too young to catch the 60's gods in their prime, so FM, Robin Trower, and a few others-Jo... 
Marvin Gaye "What's Going On" new 45RPM MOFI UD1S
I enjoy reading  these threads of audio geek pressings.It inspires me to see if I have a period press, and play something I may have not heard for while.Pulled out my 1971 Tamla TS 310 copy. Fortunately, it had a US cleaning before its last play, ...