THE JOINT

by oregon on All Out Assault
The Joint
Zoethecus stands
El Lenco
VAC, Thor pre
Enter The Joint!
Verity Parsifal (rear firing woofer)

Description

Reaching for audio nirvana. Mostly prefer analog, especially how the Lenco can make vinyl purr or roar like a tiger.

The room is built behind the garage, separated from the house, which allows me to turn it up when I feel like it. Especially fun in the winter when the rain seems to enjoy the music as well.

My musical preference is Jazz, Rock, Bluegrass, Soul, some country swing (Bob Wills & Playloys), some Classical.

Enjoy sharing with fellow audiophiles in my hometown, guys I met through this great site.

Thanks to all the folks who answered my inquiries and continue to provide encouragement through Audiogon.

I am always hoping for feedback so please don't hesitate.
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    • Lenco L75
    The Lencos in my stable are purchased and rebuilt, cleaned throughout, greased, oiled and adjusted. I normally do not repaint. After 4 plinths, I found my woodworking skills lacked the perfection these fine vintage tables deserve. Therefore, I've asked an expert wood craftsman to build various plinths using different types of wood. The recipe for the plinth is the best I know of as discussed on the Audiogon thread by the Lenco crazies- 5 layers of Baltic Birch ply, with 2 layers of MDF. Like a true crazy, I agree that this layering is best for absorbing any vibration from the powerful, high RPM Lenco power house, i.e., the motor. It's always fun to stalk the various lumber stores up here in Orygun with my builder/craftsman. He knows the wood like the Salmon know water; how it will cut, color variations and striations, density (armboards) and grain matching properties. I hope you enjoy looking at these fine tables and that you will someday realize that not only are they pieces of art, but glorious machines as well.
    • Lenco L75
    This one is my personal table. Like the other one above, the sides are Peruvian Walnut with a Lacewood inlay. Armboards are Ebony and top is Bidseye Maple veneer.
    • Lenco L75
    This beauty has Australian Fishtal sides and armboards. Like the Lacewood, the texture of this fine wood seems to move, as if it is traveling around the plinth. Of course, with the right music and smoke this phenomena can be enhanced. The top is Walnut Swirl veneer.
    • Photo My mind
    audio head
    • Big Horn Sheep Ram- Big Horn Sheep
    Curly is one of the best objects in my room- other than stereo equipment.

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Michael, I haven't talked to you in a long time, I hope you Susan are doing well in the era we are currently living in. I talk to George from time to time, and I always ask how you are doing. I thought I'd do that myself, this time.

I hope you aren't exposed to too much Covid 19 at work but I expect they don't do surgical procedures on sick people.

Weather has improved considerably lately, so music listening won't get as much attention as it does in the winter time. Anyway, I hope you are still enjoying your great system.

Best regards, stay well
Dan

islandmandan

Hey Michael, you need to post photos of the new Transrotor Fat Bob, with the new arm and cart! Or PM me with 'em!

Congratulations!
Dan

islandmandan

Hi,

No change yet, waiting on the boxes from Frank in Pa. to get them to me. They will have the same Sapele veneer on them as the speakers. Been playing with the Scout, I just got a TTW solid copper turntable mat on auction, it was shipped today. I'll have to set VTA again when the new mat is on, I'm hoping it will make a nice difference. The mat weighs around four pounds, that should do something, I think. Anything new for you?

Cheers,
Dan

islandmandan

Amen to that, my friend!
Dan

islandmandan

Yes, my silence in The Joint was due to reverently listening with closed eyes, and getting every drop, as it were. Just an incredible collection of music and equipment that makes your listening venue a memorable experience.

Thanks again,
Dan

islandmandan

Michael,

What a great week-end at your place! Your hospitality was beyond compare, and the music! Who could ask for more? The joint is a great place to hear/see beautiful music/equipment. I can't thank you enough, I hope a return visit is in the offing soon, and please, do come back to see us, and have another listening session up North!

islandmandan

Michael, (and George),

Waiting with some anticipation for next weekend. I am going to love to play in someone else's sandbox for a change. There's so many approaches to great sound, I'll be very interested in seeing how you have done it, I know it's going to be great.

Thanks,
Dan

islandmandan

Hi Oregon,

I am anxious to have a go at listening to your system, as you did mine recently. I know I won't be disappointed! I'm licking my lips to get to see/hear those beautiful Lenco's you plinth so nicely. Hope to see you and Gjrad soon!

My very best regards,
Dan

islandmandan

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