Koetsu Corralstone - maybe the best “musical” cartridge which is now unobtainable
An audio component you just can't let go
What is a component you just can't seem to let go or sell even after you've already upgraded and not really using it anymore. What makes this component so special?
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@yesiam_a_pirate +1 Oh yes, the ARC VT130. I had this for a few years 1997-2000 or so if I recall. This amp with the LS5 III and Magnepan 3.3 / 3.5 speakers was absolute magic. Romantic is an understatement. Hunted for a pair of VT150s for a few years with no success and then moved on to other amps. But the VT130 was special. I did have a couple events of tube failure which blew the ceramic power resistor with a loud bang and puff of smoke. Waited overnight, soldered in a new resistor, replaced the tube, set the bias and I was back to smiling. I would love to hear one of these in my system today. |
Still have my 3D Acoustic Satellites from 1979. They are the front L/R in my theatre system with 5 B&W (center, back, and surround) and a Vandersteen 2W sub. Rebuilt them once and they are great for this system. Also, my Acoustat 1+1 monoliths that I acquired in the late 80's. I am the third owner and they have been rebuilt twice (once by the 2nd owner and again by me a few years ago). I have built my primary system around. Even my wife likes them. |
Tascam DA-3000. This unit can record 24-192hz or DSD from Quboz or whatever sources. The only problem is Tascam is a terrible company. Its service is really terrible. Instead of fixing mine under warranty, after 8 months in their possession I ended up having them send it back unrepaired. Terrible, terrible, terrible service, rude etc. They actually bragged about them having units for over 2 years unrepaired! I ended up buying another unit used elsewhere. ozzy |
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