Interconnect with great dynamics and bass slam ,

I was diagnosed with CHF (Congestive Heart Failure) in 2009, and then in 2010, I lost my job of 30+ years. So it was a pretty down period of my life, I thought the end was near. Though things are far from rosy for me now, after a couple of years, and seeing that I'm still here, the audio disease relapsed just about 4.5 months ago and started forcing me to spend money again. LOL!!

Is my spending fiscally irresponsible? Absolutely. I am certifiably insane. What sane person would spend over $4000 on a preamp, and over $5000 more on cartridges and cables when they don't even have a job? It's like I'm a drunk (audiophile) in a liquor store (Audiogon)....I can't help myself. LOL!!

If I had a lick of sense, I'd just buy a used Marantz receiver and never visit Audiogon, Audio Asylum, US Audiomart or Audio Aficionado again.

Jmcgrogan2, I see no reason to think you lack good sense. One of the most influential experiences in my life was when at the age of 56 my father died of cancer. He had postponed many things until it was too late. I vowed to not do so. If you read many of my reviews, you can see I am often greatly impressed with innovative technologies. Of course buying the Nantais Lenco Reference is hardly innovative. Typically I have no thought of where I need improvement. The turntable, arm, cartridge case is perfect. I was very happy with the Bergmann and Ortofon A-90, until I heard the Lenco Classic and heard from others about the Ikeda IT-407 long tonearm and the 9TT and Kai cartridges. I must admit that I often totally dismiss some products that others have raved about, such as the Devialet amplifier. I heard it and lost interest. I also reject $100,000 turn tables, speakers, etc.

All I can say is that there is a thrill to realism in reproduced music. My greatest fear is hearing loss, but unlike my seven year younger brother, I have no problem whatsoever.

I'm glad that you are still kicking and listening.

@ jmcgrogan2, I agree with TBG, You Have good since!, As A matter of fact, you are one of the smartest people I know of High-end Audio!, good since? I believe so!, I also agree about audiogon being compaired to the context of a liquer store!, these threads and great deals, well, as you said, very addictive!,On a personnal note,I am supprised you sharred your health and job with me!, you make me feel closer as friend to you!,LOL!,shooo!, don't tell nobody!,, As far as TBG, that man is wise!, damn, look how long he has been doing this hobby!, RESPECT!, thats what I have for that gentleman!,,, cheers!

Audiolabyrinth, it is the teacher in me that is talking. It is sense not since. It is shared not sharred. It is don't tell anybody not nobody. Nevertheless, I like the spirit of your posting.

LOL, Thanks TBG, I type so fast,I screw alot up!,,Cheers!