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Why are so many companies like harbeth making old speakers designs and charging thousends?
You should consider Merlin speakers. They are a tremendous value for the quality of sound they reproduce. I am not affiliated with Merlin in any way, but I have been an audio salesman, audio equipment technician, speaker designer, and have had 40 ... 
Is computer audio a bust?
I had always been very skeptical about the sound quality of computer-based digital playback. It seemed convenient but not very musical. After hearing a Wavelength Brick driven by a Mac Mini at a show a few years ago, my perspective changed. I have... 
Garrard 301-Worth the effort?
FYI, I was able to adjust the tracking force and correct the problem. The Ito tonearm has a sub-counterweight that screws into the rear of the tonearm. It is only supposed to be used if needed (for heavier cartridges).I also learned that, if this ... 
Looking for a power conditioner/regenerator/filter
My experience is very similar to Ozzy's. I have had lots of power conditioners - Monster, PS Audio, Shunyata, Richard Gray, audience (with and without teflon capacitors) - and at each price point, audience proved to be the best. Shunyata was also ... 
Transformers .. Is It Just Me?
I also have the Olympus 012MD Isolation Transformers. I have had 3 of them for 3-4 months. I bought mine because, when I was in the Navy, we hospital grade UL60601 transformers (like the 012MD) for our sensitive equipment and they produced excelle... 
Garrard 301-Worth the effort?
Hi,Before I get to my question, I just wanted to say that although my name is also Dave and my username is HiFiGi, there is no connection to HiFiGuy. Coincidentally, I also have a Harman Kardon T-65C with a grado Statement Sonata (but a I not a II... 
Does anyone know the value of BEL 1001 MKV?
Are you planning to sell this amp? 
Are Theta amps made by Ayre ?
Charlie,Can you please answer a few questions for me?The Theta Dreadnaught and Intrepid amplifiers have specifications that resemble highly regarded tube amps more than most SS amps. Is this a coincidence or did you intend for the Dreadnaught to b... 
HiFi tuning fuses, some benefits help
Could you please email me the ratings for the fuses found in the Intrepid amp?Thanks,Dave David.Lid@comcast.net 
Anyone know the Harman Kardon TC35 turntable?
I believe you are referring to the T35C turntable. They were very highly regarded when they were made in the mid 1980's. Very good TTs for the money, but the higher end models were better sounding and were even a better value. The T20 went for ~$2... 
Harmon Kardan T65c Turntable
Do you know I might be able to find an HK T-65C?Thanks,Dave 
T-65C Tonearm Lateral Balancer?
Appreciate your info on replacing the caps - I am having the same problem and will replace mine, as well. I am looking for an HK T-65C lateral balancer, as well as some other parts for this TT. Are you interested in selling anything or know where ... 
Anyone ever heard of a Nagatron 350E MM Cartridge?
Dear Loanofficer,I am interested in your T-65C turntable. Can you please give me a call at 603-475-8238? If it is no longer for sale, I would appreciate it if I could ask you a couple of questions regarding the three small weights on the back of t... 
Garrard 301-Worth the effort?
Hi,Do you happen to have the anti-skating weight (on a string) and the counterbalance weight that slide on the two thin aluminum posts located at the back of the tonearm?I just bought a used T65C that is missing both of them - it has the black cou... 
Your experience with Cardas SE9 as speaker cable?
How are you liking your Golden Ref cables?