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Lamm LL2 w/ Pass labs
My point is that I think the Lamm is very dark and syrupy.Underdog (System | Threads | Answers)Oh. I would never had gotten that meaning from your post, so thanks for the explanation.I owned a Lamm LL2 Deluxe. I thought it had absolutely no color ... 
Lamm LL2 w/ Pass labs
The Pass IMO is a tad on the dark side.Underdog (System | Threads | Answers)Not my XA-60.5. About as transparent (neutral) a solid state amp as I have heard.IMO. 
Good sounding 70's live LPs...
How does one differentiate a first pressing of "Waiting for Columbus" from a subsequent pressing?I was looking at this title at a local record store, and I noticed the jackets were slightly different (different colors on the ribbon in the upper le... 
Need cabinetry/shelving advice
If you find a Salamander Synergy, there are a few tweaks that will help the isolation aspect of the unit including sorbothane, Neuance platforms (used), or Salamander replacement shelves made by Composite Products (expensive relative to the Salama... 
Lamm LL2 w/ Pass labs
Do you already own the Pass amp? 
Lamm LL2 w/ Pass labs
FWIW, the Lamm L2 Reference is an excellent match with Pass Labs amps because of its low output impedance. 
Laid Back Speakers amps, players etc
From what I've been told by folks that have heard two, if not all, the Sonata iterations, the Sonata I and Sonata II were indeed warmer and more forgiving in their presentation than the Sonata III. I suspect this may also be true of the Bolero. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
I'll try it. Thanks. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
I should add that I was using the long neck attachment to avoid tipping the steamer more than 45 degrees, as is cautioned against in the manual. 
Lamm LL2 w/ Pass labs
The LL2 Deluxe's high output impedance into lower frequencies could result in bass roll-off if used with the relatively low input impedance Pass Labs amp.Read Stereohile's test measurements for the LL2 Deluxe for details. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
The sputtering occurred during the first use of the steamer. I was using Audio Intelligent Utra-Pure water, and I used only a half of the measuring cup's max amount. I did not leave water in the steamer as the instructions are clear about emptying... 
Laid Back Speakers amps, players etc
Shoe, add Silverline speakers to your listShadorne (System | Reviews | Threads | Answers)My Silverline Sonata III are very revealing of what's upstream. Laid back they are not.Perhaps other models in the Silverline line-up are. 
Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?
Steamers:I just purchased a Perfect Steamer. It sputters quite a bit. It's tricky to get a nice steady flow of steam.Is this normal? Is there a trick to a gentle, but steady flow of steam? 
I just went up two notches in resolution
AT150Mlx users...did your cartridge's sound change after it was initially installed? If so, in what ways? 
Paradisea Dac
Are you still using the supratek pre in your system?Dwr (System | Answers)No.