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SUT help
lewm how is the .05mv increased to MM signal strength? Active Gain, signal not stepped up?  
How to Upload Photos in a post?
lately I use 'virtual systems' here, upload a pic, then it's online, simply open it, copy address, paste. also loving using the link feature (top line, looks like a paper clip. window opens, paste the url, then name it yourself, it goes in as a s... 
how to remove a woofer from b@w801n
I forgot the link to the connector kit  
SUT help
Just as the OP said, SUT discussions are like drunken sailors, but remember, they get where they are going, usually.  
Tonearm resonance
are these issues always present on your support system? It is possible a combo of solidity and anti-vibration is needed. my final solution was adding isolation blocks between my heavy turntable and very stable equipment rack I was dealing with... 
Does Every Track Sound Great on Your System?
IF your system is capable of sounding great on some tracks, bass/mids/highs and not others, it’s the fault of the recording, not your system. musicians, placement of musicians in a space, specific mics used for individual instruments/voices, prop... 
Anyone listen to entire albums?
I was just laughing to myself about this. Went to change tracks yesterday, forgetting it was an LP. LP’s, usually all the way thru, and I definitely want the original order. I like extra tracks as long as they are added at the end (CD or LP). Re... 
how to remove a woofer from b@w801n
Not familiar with the connectors or if soldered connections. IF you need to cut the wires, pick a spot that allows easy re-connect, and arm yourself with a connector set. Bullets allow connect/disconnect, and are a good way to add some extra wir... 
SUT help
lewm not quite, I can compare MM with or without the SUT, I can only hear LOMC via the SUT. ""My different MM Cartridges, their differences similarly heard passed thru SUT or direct to mx110z’s MM Phono as above. MC, the story is the same when ... 
SUT help
pindac nope, nope, nope ...... nope. Passive, Straight Wire With Gain, ZERO noise: that’s what my Fidelity FRT-4 SUT is. MM Passed Thru it to my mx110z or MM straight to my mx110z’s MM Phono sound the same. I love the sound of my mx110z’s MM Ph... 
Tube vs Solid state for Preamp
I always prefer tubes, in the past units all were using 12aux, 12atx My current Cayin Integrated uses 6SN7 and 6SL7’s, I really like their sound. Based on their sound, 2 of my friends changed their Preamps to 6sl7/6sn7, both very happy with them.... 
SUT help
Your MC stage of your Phono Stage IS A SUT. ALL MC low signal in/MM strength out are SUTs. Your Phono has a terrific set of optional Loading: ModWright PH 9.0 MC Loading: 10-20-50-100-250-470 And, independent and adjustable gain is the holy ... 
Tonearm resonance
noromance, good solution Origin Cartridge Enabler they mention other solutions " Cartridge isolation works   The idea of decoupling the cartridge from the tonearm is not entirely new. The Cartridge Man isolator does this successfully for man... 
Tonearm resonance
No risk except shipping cost to try Funk's Houdini "Funk says “Decouple”, that's why Houdini was developed! This patented little device blocks those damaging arm vibrations and Immediately your sound improves…a lot! It’s as simple as that." "Jus... 
Tonearm resonance
I would buy a TT with the option of mounting your own arm, preferably the option to add a second arm. A good used one gives you buying options and saves money or gets you more for your budget. Original arm could be S arm with changeable head-she...