Mulveling, Re my Quicksilver preamplifier, the problem was that the capacitors I installed were way larger than the original capacitors that were replaced. Ergo, the upgraded capacitors simply could not fit securely where the originals were installed. When I did the upgrade, it was for my own benefit and my own use. I then lived with the Q as the main preamplifier in my Beveridge system for a couple of years. By the time I went to sell it, I had completely forgotten about the precarious way in which I had mounted those caps, which I could never have expected to withstand the rigors of shipping. This is why I in no way blame the carrier for the fact that one of the two capacitors broke loose at one end.
UPS Driver Literally Drops Package with New Hana Umami Red
I just purchased a Hana Umami Red and it arrived yesterday. I looked back at my ring doorbell video footage and saw that the UPS driver literally dropped the package from about waist high onto my porch. Here is a link to the shared video: https://ring.com/share/b8d92b2f-f777-4366-8cca-18459bc6bfac
It was packaged well from the distributor and everything looks fine (I opened the box before realizing this happened). I haven’t installed yet, but I’m pretty upset by this and not sure I want to install it. The rational side of me is saying these packages see much worse during transit, but I’m worried about the possible damage or latent damage this careless act may have caused. How robust are phono cartridges and how susceptible to shipping damage? Looking for some opinions please.
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@dwette I buy from the dealer I trust, local or otherwise. How do you know this didn't come from a local B&M dealer, and they drop shipped due to stock? Just a thought :) |
@stringreen I have plenty to worry about, and this was something I worried about until I resolved it a month ago. Nothing else better to do? |
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