slipknot1

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Red Trumpet still in business?
Sorry, that I don't know. I do know Rick Flynn the owner however, and he is very saddened by the turn of events at RT. 
Red Trumpet still in business?
Red Trumpet has filed for bankruptcy under the laws of Chapter 7. The inventory and assets are no longer under Rick's control, but in the hands of the attorney. Unlike the protection/reorganization laws of Chapter 11 (airline industry), Chapter 7 ... 
Sources of 45 RPM recordings
Red Trumpet HAS filed for chapter 7. Their assests and inventory are no longer in their control. 
Sources of 45 RPM recordings
Acoustic Sounds http://www.acousticsounds.com and Music Direct http://www.amusicdirect.com are both good suggestions. Unfortunately, our friends at Red Trumpet are going out of business. 
If it's snowing, I'm going
Good one on ya Snofun! I'm ready, I'm psyched, can't wait for the flakes to start flyin' at Stratton. If you see a dark green Xterra with a big Grateful Dead "steal yer face" on the back wavin' at you - it'll be me. Have a great year. 
VPI Scoutmaster Belt...Is Your's Still Going???????
If the belt is not too badly stretched, you may be able to get some more life out of it by putting into a bag of talcum powder and shaking it around. After only 3 months though, it sounds more to me like it may be a bad belt. Give Sheila at VPI a ... 
VPI Scoutmaster Belt...Is Your's Still Going???????
No, two years now with no trouble. Is your belt the black nitrile? 
VPI Scout w/ JMW-9 vs Aries w/ JMW-10
Some folks are of the opinion that the Scout series are the Aries series with a smaller footprint. The stock Scout is usually pretty quiet if it's setup on a good stand/shelf combination. The 900.00 cost to upgrade the Scout to Scoutmaster is mone... 
VPI Scout w/ JMW-9 vs Aries w/ JMW-10
What do you hope to gain in the Aries that the Scout is lacking? What cart are you using with the Scout now, and do you have any thoughts about what direction you would go with the Aries? That said, have you given any thought to moving up to the S... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Tom,Does the Cortese have a phono stage (I can't seem to keep all the models straight)? The Chenin has a phono stage using the 6922's, which are in the front most position. Confusing as both tube sets have a 9 pin configuration.... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Slowhand,You got it: 6922's in the front. Then sit back and enjoy!! 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Kgturner is correct. The switch layout on my Chenin is as described. HT bypass is between the towers, mute on/off front right side, switches closest to the 6SN7 tubes are high/low gain - left/right. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
I sure agree to the above! My full set of subscription tickets for this seasons Haddonfield Symphony arrived by mail today. Center section, row F. October 29th is opening night with Rossen Milanov conducting Sibelius' Symphony No. 7 and Beethoven'... 
what would be a good mat for a VPI SCOUT JWM9
Nope. Tried felt, Sorbothane, Herbie's (btw, am a BIG proponent of the Grungebuster for CD's though). Mats on the Scout/Scoutmaster deaden the sound and muck up the pace and drive. Harry Weisfield designs this way for a reason. Give that platter a... 
VPI Scoutmaster
At the very base of the tower, there are TWO setscrews: one on the side near the cueing arm, and one on the back.Both of these must be loosened. Then use the knurled adjustment nut to move your VTA up or down, then retighten the setscrews. It only...