jperry

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Cartridge or cable upgrade
A good SUT may cost more than your turntable. I would get a MM or HOMC cartridge for now.http://www.bobsdevices.com 
Basis Audio Super Arm 9
That is exciting. Could you write a few words comparing it to the Vector 4 tonearm.I had a Basis 2000 turntable with a Rega tonearm, it was a revelation, and major improvement, when I replaced the Rega with a Basis Vector 3. 
Which tonearm with a Soundsmith The Voice?
Have you checked with Soundsmith to see what they recommend? 
solid state integrateds that will hold their value
Ebm - kondo has tubes 
Assistance Needed - Water Damage to Vinyl
discogs.com, amazon.com and ebay.com 
Your most disappointing purchase or audition?
Roxy54 and Jmcgrogan2, is Tubes105 a cousin of Tubes108?Is there something secret going on here that should be disclosed so we can argue about it? ;-) 
out of line
My suggestion is that you place an ad for sale. 
Help me not let this happen again
"09-04-14: JaxwiredMy music server and DAC never have this problem. Go figure..."So what ... 
Super Cheap Placeholder Cartridge
shure 91 
Great Tube/SS Amp for Proac D40R ?
You should consider the Quicksilver V-4. I am very happy with this combination, see my system. 
Power or not dilemma? Proac D40R
I recently acquired a pair of d-40r. I am using Quicksilver V-4 with KT-77 tubes to power them. I am very pleased with the sound and would recommend this combination. 
Buiding listening room from scratch - need advice
Congratulations on a great opportunity. I agree with Erikminer as paraphrased following: Always start with speakers, and then match the amps to them. Dedicated AC lines are a given if doing things from scratch. Go to RMAF.If you have some leeway o... 
Phono Preamp price range $2000-$4000
Make sure whatever Phono preamp you get matches up correctly with your Shelter 9000 cartridge. Below is the pertinent information you need per Vinyl Engine.Output Impedance 11Load Impedance 10 - 30Recommended load is 100 ohms when using MC head amp. 
SOS: Andy Bowman - Vintage Tube Services
I bought tubes from Andy in May this year. Great experience dealing with him, and great tubes. 
Turntable consultation
As far as turntables go, I would look for a used Basis with a Basis Vector tonearm. A.J. Conti of Basis said the Basis tonearm was a good match for the Shelter 901 and my experience was that it worked very well for me. The compliance of the Shelte...