albertporterAlbert Porter's SystemSystem edited: System edited to show current equipment correctly. posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemPeter,I did not compare both ways but agree that the Vibraplane is a huge improvement. Based on placing other product on the (two) Vibraplanes I estimate the added transparency, ext... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemA very nice addition to the system today. Upgraded to a 2.5 meter Purist 25th Anniversary AC cable which is better than the Limited but also longer, allowing the MK3 motor controller to be placed o... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMicrostrip,Actually the second machine and lab grade water rinse was less spectacular than I had imagined. Sure, there is a difference but considering the price of a second Audio Desk it's ... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemYou are correct, one Audio Desk is for cleaning and one for lab grade water rinse. I did not read Fremer's review, assume it was positive?I no longer use Premier, not because it's n... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemWhat is Manuka honey? posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI continue to be amazed by the Krebs Upgrade performed on my MK3 by Bill Thalmann. I've traded e-mail with Richard Krebs before and after the upgrade and I feel like he's a friend.I'm excit... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMentioning the new AC cable for the Studer made me remember my new upgrade path, not yet implemented but on the way.In addition to the Purist 25th Anniversary silver for the Studer I have a... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSam,Odd that a post would disappear, maybe a glitch while Audiogon is upgrading.Whatever you come up recording wise, I would be grateful to audition. Ideally you will visit again an... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Moment of TruthGreat system, creative images, product listings and software choices. I especially like the birthday photo and Ringo the Boxer. posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAbsolutely! I'm thinking of some musician friends who wouldn't mind being recorded. I fully agree -- this is a terrific learning opportunityCan you go be... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemGotta spring for a mic preamp -- was considering two channel, exclusively, until I read up on the Decca tree configuration...hmmm -- might need a mixer, too.We have your ... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 ProjectIs there any advantage to use the SME 312S without the finger lift as seen on your set-up pictures?Yes, it prevents me from using the finger lift and the... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemWow, Mobil 1 is not good? I was advised to use it in a couple of high end cars I owned, back when the dollar was worth something and I had work :^). posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's Systemthe oil I use for both motor and TT bearings is Motul V300 Power Racing 5-W30. It is a fully synthetic double ester, base is copra.Seems Bill at Music Te... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSwampare we rejecting some useful measurements, like, in this case, wow and flutter and noise? I don't know the answer, but maybe this would be a useful topic for one of ... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMapman,My point is that the metrics that defined turntables back then seem to be scarecely applied today to help determine actual relative performance levels and asking p... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMapman,Wow and flutterThis is what used to be used to quantify turntable performance back in the heyday when all types of drives were common. Is it a lost art these d... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemDover,Albert - pleased you are happy with the latest mods. It underpins my experiences that power supply improvements in TT's can yield massive improvements. My latest &q... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 ProjectMy two favorite are Stillpoints Ultras made of Stainless Steel and the standard Stillpoints with riser. The standard Stillpoints with riser is in this thread. Here's the view. posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemIf I remember correctly, this theory came out in the late 70s or early 80s when BD advocates tried to explain the superiority of BD. However, I have never seen any concrete prov... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemTheKong,Part of the problem could be that both of us were using the stock Technics plinth, which I understood was not that great. We are in the process of getting some slate ... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMapmanNo doubt there is no place for turntable shenanigans with this crowd! I have no doubt they all sound fantastic! How much better can it get?Actually... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThekong The Terminator / Lenco combo, like other good idler drive, had more drive and bass slam, while the Rockport had a blacker background and better layering of instruments wi... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThe arm is air bearing. I personally don't quite yet get the performance/engineering benefits of the arm, as opposed to the rim drive which is just such a positive advantage over... posted over 12 years ago | View comment |