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This is the first system I have built. It is a combination of new and used components (craigslist and audiogon). When I first turned it on I was amazed at what I heard and couldn't get the smile off of my face.
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    • Signal Cable Analog Two
    High quality hand made cables. No BS here. I also have the speaker and upgraded power cables from them as well.
    • VPI Industries VPI Aries Scout
    Great turntable. In love with it from first sight.
    • Dynavector 20XH VPI
    Excellent match with the Scout TT.
    • Technics SL-1200 mkII
    Technics Sl1200 M3D
    • Shure M44 7
    Standard DJ cartridge. Will be trading or selling soon to acquire an MC cart with a lower output.
    • Vandersteen 1c
    Speaker is as great as all the reviews.
    • Usher SR4
    Heavy rack with enough room for everything. Appears to be well built and sturdy.
    • Antique Sound Labs AQ-1001dt
    So far this amp isn't bad. I'll most likely try re-tubing in the near future as it was a used purchase.
    • Audio Research SP-6a
    just picked up off Audiogon!

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Ayles, Great feedback, thanks! I also can agree that the AR was the single best improvement I have made. I'm done!!! I added a Goldring Erocia LOMC .5mv with the 100ohm resistors in place and it's magical. I also had the once over from my local service center and they replaced the tubes and such. I have always heard Vandy's will sing like nothing else when paired up with AR gear. Great system brother!

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Also curious of your thoughts on the Vandy 1'c? They are an amazing speaker by reputation, but I have not had the chance to give them a listen.

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How do you like your SP6? I just picked up an SP9MKIII but the phono stage has such a high output (67db) I am forced to go with a low output MC. Not complaining at all, just wanted your thoughts. Thanks!

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