Sounds Good For Now

by grimace on Ever Evolving
The Command Chair
New Fun!!

Description

I finally ordered some parts to build a record cleaning machine. I've been thinking about it for about a year. I was to the point where I was going to buy a VPI, but now that I understand that its just a platter with vacuum wand it seems kind of pricy for what you get. So far my parts list includes a sacrificial Realistic Lab 300 turntable that I really only want for bearing, platter and spindle, and some extra Disc Dr. pads. The plan is to use some 1/2 inch pvc pipe slit long-ways with DD pads attached to protect the vinyl, and elbows to build an arm wand, and then connect that to a shop-vac. I can test this mess just holding the pipe while I manually spin the platter. The eventual plan is to remove the bearing, platter and spindle from the TT and mount them in something a little more suited to attaching the plumming. So far my investment is $20 for the TT and $15 for the pads. If it doesn't work I haven't broken the bank. As soon as I get the parts I'll start posting pictures.
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    • Musical Fidelity M-3 nuvista
    I've had this in my system for about six months. Used, but it sounds fantastic.
    • Spendor S8e
    Sorry they're sideways.
    • Paul Speltz Anti-Wires
    These were the best $100 I ever spent. It sounded like someone windexed my speakers. And I'm offended by people charging four figures for wires so these were perfect.
    • Ethan Allen Ethan Allen
    I can hear hi-fi guys rolling their eyes. I have dogs. I needed something with doors and WAF. But, its a metal base and solid Ash. Very heavy and stable, plus, you'd be amazed how many "entertainment" pieces are out there that don't hold standard 17.5 inch components. This thing has three doors, each twenty inches wide, and the back is open to give good ventilation.
    • Sota Star Sapphire Series III
    I love this thing!
    • Project Tube Box
    This is working well.
    • Audio-Technica USA AT-OC9
    A little dusty
    • RCM Wet Wash Cleaning Element
    Note the soft pink cleaning element. Safe for your most delicate vinyl.
    • Cambridge Audio 840C
    Terrific player for the money

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Grimance,

The Jolida 1501RC is hybrid amp, by that the preamp has the tubes, a couple of 12AX7s, and the amp itself is a 100 watt solid state. Sort of the best of both worlds. If I didn't already have Jolida tube integrated (SJ-502A), I would probably have one of Jolida's hybrid amps. You ought to drop by the Jolida site and read up on it, btw here's a link -

http://www.jolida.com/catalogue/models/jd1501rc.shtml

or better yet, find a nearby Jolida dealer and have a listen. Definely a step-up from the Rotel, and with the 12AX7 tubes, you don't have to worry about biasing the amp.

cleaneduphippy

Grimace,

Like your cabinet, you wouldn't happen to know what model of Ethan Allen it is? My current cabinet is one of those tall one that hold the TV, equipment, ect and was looking for something along the same lines as your Ethan Allen. Of course, my wife has a houseful of dark cherry furniture, so guess I would have to go with something that would match her cherry furniture. Btw, you got a nice system, sure you get lots of enjoyment out of it.

cleaneduphippy

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