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Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
Check out the vpiindustries website for the SDS. 
Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
The SDS will improve the performance. I have no idea if if will solve your problem. They are easy to resell. 
Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
Taters, I said earlier that you must have enjoyed the table at one time. If so, that means something has changed. Sometimes we just want to make a change. There is certainly nothing wrong with that. My advice is to be sure it is working properly b... 
AR-XA or Thorens 165 vs current tables
Yes, if the AR was my primary table the arm would be replaced.I do enjoy playing it and it does make music I enjoy. 
Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
You need a strobe and a light source. 
Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
Have you checked the speed and condition of the cartridge? 
AR-XA or Thorens 165 vs current tables
Viridian, my second table is the AR-XB. I agree the arm is the weak link but I have never damaged a record with it.Wendell 
Vpi aries with Benz L-2 cartridge
A couple of thoughts. Perhaps the cartridge is worn out or the table is running slow. Do you have the SDS or is the motor straight into the wall? I assume it did not always sound this way or you wouldn't have kept it for three years.In my opinion,... 
right angle RCA adapters: will they harm sound?
I used Audioquest right angle adapters connected to the XLR adapters for a Music Reference RM-200 to allow better dressing of the cables. I listened with and without the right angle adapters and could here no difference in the sound. 
Best tube amp $2000-2500?
If you'll consider used look at the Music Reference RM-200. It can be found used for around $2500. Great amp and not "tubey" sounding. The older RM9-Mark II is another excellent choice and can be found for less. Good luck.Wendell 
Rega TT-PSU or new phono stage ?
Power supply. I don't believe that a $375 budget for phono stage and cable will get you significantly better sound than the Rogue which is pretty good. The PSU will assure speed stability and isolation from the AC which, I think, can really improv... 
Did anyone hear the Cardas "Clear Beyond"...
Armita, with all manufacturers there seems to be a breakthrough improvement of performance when sales of the current line decline. Have you noticed that? :-) 
Rega P25 Setup Question
I advise not using the VTF on the arm. Better to disengage the spring by having the setting close to 0 and setting VTF with an external gauge. I found, over the years, this reduces any ringing caused by the spring. I had actually forgotten the 300... 
Rega P25 Setup Question
The dial is for anti-skate. You need an external tracking force gauge to set the VTF. 
Did anyone hear the Cardas "Clear Beyond"...
If anyone "heard" them there is something wrong. :-) My dealer says they are incredible and stupid expensive.