kennyc

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Adding Volume control to an older preamp
Placette Audio Remote Volume Control  
Record Cleaning Machine ~ Ultrasonic vs. Rest
Honestly, this might be one of the best decisions and investments I’ve made for enjoying analog long-term. I’m not surprised, many reported noticeable sonic improvements after moving to a URCM.  For grimy vinyl, a prewash before is advised as U... 
Why not more wireless connections?
Wired sounds better, especially in a transparent system  
VPI TNT 3
@bhenry91 congratulations on fulfilling your dream VPI TNT.  Great move to get your Koetsu Black up and running.   I’m a fan as I own both brands   
Decent backup cartridge
+1 Nagaoka MP200 MoFi Mastertracker - on sale at Music Direct  
MM Cartridge recommendation
+1 Nagaoka MP200 +1 MoFi Mastertracker  
Thoughts and suggestions please
….  also teach Agers a good lessen here that a hi-fi gear does not need to be expensive. It’s the “wants” that puts our wallets at risk   
I'm a little perplexed/surprised by TMR and who sells to them.....
TMR is a business that provides a service of selling for you, so I’d expect it’s more expensive than selling yourself.  This service is not free, and many use their services.    
Do you have a speaker that’s not a big name maker but punches above its weight? Why?
Vanatoo Transparent One - demoed them at AXPONA 2022, kept returning to the room because I couldn’t believe the great Sonics for so little money.  So I purchased a pair which I didn’t really need. Cabasse Rialto - at an audio show they sounded fa... 
Walk-in soundstage
At my first audio store, I demoed GoldenEar Triton with Parasound electronics. I was gobsmacked - first time I heard 3D from speakers.    
DIY Speaker Kits, a good idea?
Apologies for the late reply, just moved after 35yrs so I’m underwater with boxes of stuff.  My garage is packed with boxes 4 high with a narrow path, and many more within the home. @devinplombier : Consider Linkwitz I’ve demoed Linkwitz sever... 
Recommendations for speakers in a much smaller listening room.
Try the Tyler’s then get back to us on what you liked, disliked, and which direction you’d like to go sonically.    
Looking for my End Game Speaker
Diptyque DP160 mk2 Congrats on your new speakers! Glad you found one that resonates with you.  The Diptyque seems to offer deeper bass and attractive price points vs other similar  panel speakers.   
Speakers That Won't Sound Too Smooth Or Soft with Luxman L-590AXII
Maybe a more upfront speaker like Volti.    
Need Integrated amplifier
@hedgehog : Aesthetix Mimas You can assign any of the inputs as a HT bypass, as well as get it with a DAC or phono module If HT bypass is possible, then the Aesthetix Mimas is an excellent sonic choice.  Both the optional DAC and optional phono...