albertporterAlbert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectHello Jim, I designed a custom stand for the Ampex and had Sound Anchor build it. After waiting a month to build and nearly a week to ship, UPS smashed it so badly we had to claim it as unu... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemCongrats on the new house John! I hope to get invited to the new space.You left your want list behind after our music session, I sent it via email. posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI like them because theyre different, too many rock groups sound alike so I appreciate their oddball approach. In fact, I like Bjork, Goldfrapp, Kate Bush, Gotan Project and the Eels for t... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, saying it the way you do leads me to believe she likes Radiohead and you do not. Are you not a fan at all? posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI spoke to one of the reviewers at Absolute Sound day before yesterday and he hung up the phone, pumped to review the Jade Platinum Signature. I got a call from Koetsu today saying thanks, that he ... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemDgad, Did you by any chance read the review in HiFi+ by Roy Gregory? His works are true and as accurate a description of the Jade Platinum as I have ever read.There are lot of great cartrid... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albertporter Lenco projectIn another thread this question was asked:As noted in another post, Albert Porter raved about the sound of his replinthed Lenco and Decca arm (a real budget item but reportedly very ... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemFunny, you resolved the problem pretty much the same way I did.The repeat feature is a requirement for me so I bought a new 7" LCD color TV off Ebay for $99.00. It works perfectly for ... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAudio_fyle, I've used Purist Audio for 20 years and love what they do. The cable I have coming is the new Purist Anniversary AC.I have not done wide range cable testing in a long time. I've... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemRay, thanks again for the suggestion, those prices are incredible! I ordered several CD's, some that are not on LP and a couple that are (that I already own). I'm considering an iPod for th... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemWhart, regarding:Albert- I think you mean the Stabi XL, the Reference has been around for a number of years.Correct, I guess I knew that but used... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemWe set up the Kuzma Air Line on a Kuzma Reference (their best) turntable and placed it on a custom built RixRax stand, right beside the Walker with Walker arm.The test began about 4th of Ju... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
THE JOINTYou could refer to Curly as a "horn" system :^) posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemOldoc, good one. No I am still very much an analog guy. I just purchased a new McCormack UDP-1 Deluxe and want a few more silver discs to justify that digital upgrade :^). As for th... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThanks Ray, I think that's the one. In any case at $5.99 a disc I'm loading up on a couple of dozen.Thank you for responding. posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThere was a recent thread here at Audiogon where someone mentioned rock bottom prices on CD's. It think shipping was included. Does anyone remember that post or have suggestions that match up? posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThat's good news Justin, I hope to do a DVD video test next week. Tomorrow night my music group meets and we'll spend some time playing CD's.I know the McCormack will continue to break in f... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAudio_fyle, thanks for making me aware of the UDP-1. Steve McCormack and I have been friends for nearly 30 years and yet I never got around to trying his highly rated player.To be honest, I... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
The Birds have landed...Beautiful system, I continue to be surprised by the quality of systems Audiogon members post here. I always wanted to listen to the Audio Aero in my system but the opportunity never present... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemHello Whart.I set that table, arm and cartridge up at a friends home (the guy that bought it) and have been listening to it and the Walker for about a month. The problem is it's not on my s... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSystem edited: Added McCormack UDP-1 Deluxe, replaced my Sony 9000es. I could not find an image anywhere on the web of the UDP-1 in black, so I shot a photo of mine. posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMy Sony's 5 year warranty expired a few months ago, buying a new player from Steve resets my warranty until we see what comes from Blu-Ray and HD DVD.The McCormack is supposed to be excelle... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, thanks for the data. I'm asking around to see what reaction this has gotten from others.Also, I'm upgrading my digital, selling my Sony 9000es. I ordered the new McCormack U... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemHow much is it and how much power can you pull through it?Have you listened long enough to have an opinion as to what it does tonal balance wise or distortion wise? posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemGregadd, you did exactly what I would have advised. The Sound Anchor web site has a wealth of info. Best of all, Bob builds custom designs for a reasonable price. I'm amazed at the quality ... posted about 18 years ago | View comment |