Optimal Loading for Shelter 501 mk2

Doug,

Not Australia: but I do live in Northern California, which some think ='s the opposite of the rest of the U.S.

But I do see your point about the loading. I'll get back to ya and the thread after more testing...

(as an aside -- did you ever try the Buggtussel cleaner on a moldy record?)

FWIW, when I had my MkII I found that 100 Ohm was the best setting with mine, too.

FWIW, when I had my MkII I found that 100 Ohm was the best setting with mine, too. I also have the K&K phono stage.

I've tried the Buggtussel on several moldy-looking records. It helps, though I've yet to see it completely remove the spots on (in?) the vinyl. Definitely better than not using it, though it won't return a moldy record to shiny black either. Maybe a B+.

I am pretty much with Dougdeacon on this as I have my Shelter 901 loaded at 36 ohms going into my Bent Audio step-up and Trumpet phono and it sounds best to me.