aberyclark

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China built tube amps
Quicksilver audio tube amps are quite affordable  
Video of my new NAGAOKA JT-80 MM Cartridge
The bass is deep and not bloated. This is the best sounding MM cartridge I’ve ever heard. I’m sure there’s better, I just have not heard one yet  
Suggestions for sturdy sub $2,000 audio rack
Solid Steel  https://www.crutchfield.com/S-ZtW24uNW1vd/p_961S44K/Solidsteel-S4-4.html    
Butcher Block Acoustics - What have they been up to?
I just ordered a BBA Turntable isolation base in Black.   
Any Technics 1200GR Owners With Arm Upgrades?
I would like to find some kind of arm board or pod I could mount a second arm to my 1200gr for 78’s. Eventually, I’m going to get a higher end TT ( maybe a 1200g) and dedicate the GR for 78s  
New cartridge
This is discounted on Amazon and mine will be delivered today. $799 on other sites. $495 on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/NAGAOKA-MM-Type-Cartridge-JEWELTONE-JT-80BK/dp/B08KJ77395    
Recording with bass to align my subs with my speakers
Here is my flawless trick for setting up a sub. Play or stream the Beatle Come Together from their 2009 release (not the recent remix that is super bass heavy). The bass note (Paul plucks string once and lets it sustain) at the "got to be a joker... 
Struggling to spend 13k with three dealers
I just looked at Paragon's web site. Looks like a top notch retailer  
Efficient speaker: Zu, Tekton, Volti, Klipsch, Fleetwood?
I have been happy with my ZU omen defs for about 10 years. I am thinking of trying the new, updated version  
Struggling to spend 13k with three dealers
I think for the price of Wilson’s, finding a certified Wilson dealer would be the best bet for used gear.  Especially for parts, service, etc.   
Class A: Accuphase vs Pass Labs house sound?
Good info. I agree the Pass looks much nicer in general. Plus, much better prices since they are US based.   
The sound of SPU
So what current  "non spu" cartridge would get you close to that sound? Denon 103?  
The Intellectual People Podcast - Founder/CEO Chuck Surack of Sweetwater.com
Sweetwater is a fantastic company. I have purchased lots of gear there. I visited the showroom a couple of years back......fantastic place and great staff.  
Turntable Hum
Just throwing something out there. Could the phono cables not be shielded? Maybe try a different brand/model of cable and see if the noise changes any or goes away.   
VPI's website down
Why does Vpi have so much B stock at Music direct?