jsman

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Why Not Bring Back Analog, Reel to Reel Tape
10-12-08 I would agree with you as for the time part, but for the bes ... Well I have a subscription to the TP tapes, and I assure you that they are the best source my system has ever seen. That was a big reason for getting them, all the time, mon... 
Why Not Bring Back Analog, Reel to Reel Tape
I would agree with you as for the time part, but for the best sound the analog tape is hard to beat. 
Why Not Bring Back Analog, Reel to Reel Tape
johnnyb53 the only flaw in your post is the fact that a TP tape from the master is second or third generation, and the the Lp is much further down the road. More like fifth, six, or seventh generation. 
Anti-skate
What if you don't use anti skate? 
How many People own Working Reel to Reel Decks?
For the guys with 2track 15ips ability the Tape Project Tapes are a sound to be heard. 
Reel to Reel Mods
I think the tape pre in question will provide enough gain to do this. Would there be any other reasons or issues you can think of? 
Opinions on Glass Shelves
I have glass shelves in my system and unless I tap pretty hard there is no effect. 
Please Help How to load my Grado?I am lost.
Set it for 47k ohms, that should do the trick. 
Burning CD from I-Tunes
Flyin2jz if I am not mistaken when you download songs from the itunes they come in mp3 format, not what you want. MP3 quality is terrible at best!!! 
Directv music channel versus AM/FM Tuner ?
I have two Scott tuners and they are light years ahead of any music channels. 
OpAmp Swap?
Anyone here swaped op amps in a R2R deck? I am considering trying this and would like advice, my deck is an Otari MX 5050 BII. 
Tape Project Tapes
Let me start by saying thanks to all of those who made this project possible. Without the support of all involved this would have never happened, thank you so very much. Now on to the music I finally got the chance to sit down alone and play the f... 
tube rolling
You might try Vintage Tube Services Andy is a great guy and knows more about tubes than anyone I have had dealings with. He is a little slow but he has the nicest tubes around. 
Upgrade for users of 1/2" mylar belt
Dougdeacon thanks for your response and advice. 
Upgrade for users of 1/2" mylar belt
Do you guys have a recomendation for a VPI Scoutmaster TT, I would like to try something other than the belt that comes with the TT.