Transfiguration Orpheus - Has anyone tried it ?

Tubes, thanks for the ref. I am aware of them and agree they're probably the best. A little on the pricey side, but I may break down and have them do a complete service/upgrade ($850!) if I start using the deck again alot. So far it works just fine, but probably could use a complete adjust/cleaning/lube after 15 years regardless.

Hi Nsgarch. Wow man, that sounds pricy. What do they do for the $850? Wonder if you have any specifics on any upgrades: what are they and their sonic benefits?

Enjoy that 'deck!

PS. Mine worked fine without any problems until I stored it for a few years when the system was down. Probably but the idler wheels requiring replacement.

The responsibility of ANY audio "best friend" is to try/buy ALL products of interest,to your pals!Then allow yourself to be the "moneyman/guinea pig",whereas all others can make a determination whether they,themselves, should obtain said equipment! I'll send you the authorized paperwork -:)

Best!BTW--nice(well thought out) setup!!

No, no, no !!! It's your responsibility to buy all the same stuff I do, if you as impressed as all that. No exceptions. Thanks for the clarification, though.

The job of being Larry's best friend is already taken.

Sorry guys.