Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemMany thanks .Much appreciated. I guess there are not too many mono classical LP reissues, unlike jazz.I have the stereo versions of a couple on your list. I guess Acoustic Sounds could be a useful ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemHi JazdocI have less than a dozen mono lps. Couldn't agree more that there is something spookily real about a mono lp played with a mono cart, especially traditional jazz. How do you align the ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemJohnIf you are on the lookout for a new tone arm, would strongly recommend that you audition the Durand Talea 2 or Telos. Plenty of happy Agoners not too far from you are plying a Durand arm. posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Lloyd The EAT dampers are way to big for the Seimens NOS tubes in the GAT. These are quite slim compared to the EH 6922s.I have been using Cardas Gold Reference power chords throughout my s... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitHi Dan and ChrisMany thanks for your suggestions and comments.My 401 is in pretty good shape though the cosmetics could be better. The original rubber mat is usable. I am a bit sceptical ab... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Lloyd I have the red EAT dampers but they don't fit the Seimens CCa tubes I have in the GAT. I am back to using the CJ supplied rings.The NOS CCa's are a wee bit narrower than the 6922s. I use ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Hi Lloyd Thank you for looking. I have the GAT set up much as I had the CT 5 with 3 HRS couplers acting as feet and 2 HRS Nimbus plates on the top. I have noticed that if I knock on the GAT wit... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitHi DanSome quick questions regd the 401:1. Given that the basic platter is aluminium or a similar soft metal, is there an advantage with an aftermarket platter mat ? I see you are using... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Hi DanMany thanks for your comments on sprucing up the metal facia. Actually it doesn't look too bad though it lacks the spit and polish of several 401s I have seen online . Cosmetics apart... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012CharlesI am happy to agree with your comments regarding the superiority of female aural sensibilities. posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012ChrisThank you for your perceptive and interesting comments. My personal 'reference' for how natural a system sounds, not just vinyl, is how well it handles piano. Any trace of metallic or digi... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012JohnMany thanks for your kind words.In my part of the world a 2nd hand vinyl rig is not going to yield many trinkets and I could be held for spousal abuse...I am sure its that PRaT thin... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012I know it's early days to comment on the Garrard 401 but on first listen my wife preferred it to the main rig which has a Atlas,Talea 2 on a TW AC et al. The wife plays the piano ! My ego prevents ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDanThe Garrard 401 is up and running with a rosewood veneer. Did not touch the innards . It looks a bit grumpy and aged ie the metal facia. How do I get the metal face plate to shine, any speci... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012System edited: System edited to reflect changes to the preamp, a CJ GAT and a vintage vinyl rig built around a 1965 Garrard 401 with a Ortofon 309 D with a Ortofon Silver Meister SPU and a Miyajima... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's SystemMikeCongrats on the Herzan. What kind of prices are we talking about , if you don't mind my asking ?RegardsPradeep posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemCongrats on an exquisite system and an equally impressive record collection. Which Miyajima mono cart do you have on the Talea? Did you mount it as you would a stereo cart ? The Durand site has som... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Hi JazdocDid run the Miyajima with the Talea 2 for a few hours yesterday . Sounds good but would not be my preferred choice. It's a huge overkill to mount a 1K mono cart on the Talea 2 not on a... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Hi LloydMany thanks. Was in Singapore for a day yesterday returning from Tokyo. Not enough time to contact Mihalis. Did exchange a few PMs with Mihalis and he has been supportive. I guess the W... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Sunnyboy in 2012Hi AssadThanks for looking. I have set up the Miyajima BE mono in the Durand Talea 2 and it is sounding nice and smooth straight out of the box. Using the same cart loading on the Nagra VPS tha... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDanCongrats on an exquisite system that I am sure sounds as good ,if not better than it looks.I recently acquired a Garrard 401 that appears to be in good shape. The intention is to mount a... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemJohnI am sure you are enjoying the Rockports. Do post your impressions of the Nagra vs Allnic phono stage comparison . A phono stage upgrade is on the horizon for 2014...-:)BestPradeep posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Parmenter SoundJasonMany thanks for your kind words. Anticipated delivery has moved to early June. Will be happy to share my first impressions.CheersPradeep posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Parmenter SoundHi JasonCongrats on the stunning array of audio gear that has graced your listening space. Would love to come visit but I guess NZ is a some way away from where I am.Would love to hear your... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAlbertCongrats. A brilliant culmination of an extraordinary audio journey. Would love to listen ....somedayCheersPradeep posted over 11 years ago | View comment |