Albert Porter's System

Hi Albert, When you say that you have EQ for the speakers, I assume it is a Linkwitz Transform type of device? Similar to my Marchand Bassis?BobT...

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There is no other noise, otherwise. when no lp is playing the system is dead quiet. Wouldn't feedback be there even when no lp is playing?Though I do understand that when a l...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

Thank you Ferrari, coming from you that is a supreme compliment.

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Albert Porter's System

Albert, I see that you do not have any subs in your system and according to the Dali website the -3db point of your speakers is 35hz. As Dan-ed said that he too has rolloff from ...

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Albert Porter's System

Nrchy (Nate), thanks for the offer, I would like to see finished images, are you not putting them up at Audiogon?

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

You mention that the Garrard done up properly with the Loricraft PS and all costs more than the MK3 ... Would you think it can sound better?Linnmaster

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Albert Porter's System

I should have said, agree with Fred and Mapman.

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You say you do not have any problems in this area. My question would be if you remove your clamp and mat do you then experience subsonic or rumble on a "naked' and unweighed...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

12-11-08: LinnmasterI second or third all the compliments that have been made about your SP10 MK3 plinth that you built. Really does look stunning.Th...

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Albert Porter's System

Mapman, Thank you. I have been assigned coverage at CES, the high end show at the Venetian. I'll do my best to meet your expectations of my ability.

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Fcrowder, Thank you Fred for that vote of confidence. I'm stalled out at the moment with testing as my Aesthetix Io and Callisto are back at the factory to be converted to Eclipse models. A...

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Bob,I use no filters in my system, 20 Hz or otherwise. I was using the Walker HDL's, but they deal with ultrasonics.I've had no low frequency issues with turntables I've owned in re...

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The hampster wheel...

Hamster wheel? Where's the hamster?Love the title of your system post, I'll bet you have more fun than most when you sit down for music. Good luck with your venture.

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Microstrip,The Micro Seiki Gunmetal will likely go on the MK3. The bearing on the MK3 is fully capable of supporting the extra weight. I currently own several mats and still experim...

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Gregadd,Excellent post. As to your comments that the Technics existed at the time I choose my Walker, you're absolutely right. Problem was with me, I had less than zero respect for Technics...

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I can say that the Walker is gone and that a table from downunder does not appear to be in Albert's future. On a related note, it is clear, at least to me, that the plinth which...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

One more specification.Custom Panzerholz with Ebony Plinth and MK3 is 117 poundsCustom Platform this sits on is 88 poundsA total of 205 pounds. This should answer all those who ...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

Thank you Thomas. Soon I will add photo's of the platform that the custom plinth rests on.

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

11-27-08: MikelavigneAlbert,congrats on the Mk3, it is a work of art.....and i'm sure it sounds better than it looks. i will await your Mk2-Mk3 comparison conclusion ...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

David,Actually we sold the basic units to guys in my group for $1800.00 each and they are Panzerholz too. The additional $1400.00 for my MK3 plinth is due to filler panels inside, the Ebony...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

Hello David, We built a Panzerholz plinth for the Garrard 301 too, a guy in my group owns it and thinks it's wonderful. Of course the iron block will not work with the Garrard, it's designe...

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Albert Porter Technics SP10 MK3 Project

Any DIY Audiogon members considering a plinth for their Technics, see link below. I shared my images with Rudolf Bruil because his site was a source and inspiration for my project.

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Albert Porter's System

Bless you Fred for the kind words.The quality of your system makes that a much appreciated and valuable compliment.

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Albert, you're a great sport! Shows that solid state and tube guys don't have to be "at-it" all the time. I'm sure the music was wonderful, and the host as courteous as...

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Mtkhl567,You didn't answer my first question though ... This question?I love it that you're rebuilding some older turn...

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