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1: Vinyl Asylum, Off The Wall: AcosticSolid Classic Wood; ZYX Yatra (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2008-03-23, 16:14:10 (68.63.177.254)
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2: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: SS amps (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-10-30, 21:27:58 (71.226.58.199)
Used Hafler 9270 or 9290. These are good amps of solid design and construction. They also sound very good; better than many newer designs. Look for one used from $225 - $275. .......
3: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Ever listen to a decent quality radio station when you were young.... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-05-05, 10:40:11 (71.226.33.72)
Sounds like something right "up my alley." My impressions of Rek O Cut cam from the link below. Guess I should be looking for a vintage iteration. .......
4: Vinyl Asylum, Definitely a fact. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-05-05, 06:53:45 (71.226.33.72)
The DL-103R likes the ATP-12T better. I think the 103R could do with an even heavier arm. I have an LP that is what I'd call "ripple warped" at the edge, and this causes the suspension to oscillate ve .......
5: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Food for thought.... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-05-05, 00:37:50 (71.226.33.72)
I'd love to try an idler style table. However, every time I look up rek-o-cut I find what appear to be plasticky units. Can you suggest a model or components? .......
6: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Couldn't you use a common tonearm when testing/comparing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-05-05, 00:35:44 (71.226.33.72)
However, the intent was to compare two dissimilar packages. I've even considered that the DL-103R is a better match for the gimbal bearing and more massive ATP-12T. Unfortunately, the time (and resour .......
7: Vinyl Asylum, Technics SP15 vs. VPI Scout (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-05-04, 22:58:39 (71.226.33.72)
I've just spent a few weeks compating an SP15 and a Scout, just as I did in this post; Scout vs. SL1200: http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/m.mpl?forum=vinyl&n=638207&highlight=passiveo&r=&session= This ti .......
8: Vinyl Asylum, DL-103R from AudioCubes $268 delivered (nt). (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-03-22, 23:23:06 (71.226.33.72)
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9: Vinyl Asylum, Re: How good is your turntable? Do you own an Accuphase cd player? nt. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-03-19, 00:09:56 (71.226.33.72)
George, don't you ever quit? 2-points for persistence (nt). .......
10: Vinyl Asylum, Another Scout vs SL-1200 Saga (longish). (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-03-19, 00:05:46 (71.226.33.72)
I picked up a one year-old Scout locally on Friday because it was a good deal. I already have an SL-1200 with the OL armboard and an RB300. The Scout had the VPI Grado Sonata (1.5mV) installed on a JM .......
11: Vinyl Asylum, Getting serious about clean vinyl. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-02-27, 15:40:01 (216.64.152.100)
Well, I've decided to get serious about cleaning my vinyl. I've purchased a new VPI 16.5 and it comes with cleaning fluid and a brush. What else to I need to do things right? .......
12: Vinyl Asylum, One more thing... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-02-25, 22:05:35 (71.226.33.72)
Why can I read one of John's posts and then browse his system but not yours? .......
13: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Is this a flame? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2007-02-25, 21:33:09 (71.226.33.72)
I don't post here much, but I read quite a bit. John does not need my help in defending his position, so what I am about to write should not be taken as such (I do not know John). I happen to know tha .......
14: Amp/Preamp Asylum, NAD 1020B, never understood the hype. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-08-07, 22:17:39 (71.226.33.72)
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15: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I may take some flack for this, but... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-08-07, 22:15:05 (71.226.33.72)
I'd have to say Monarchy SE-100 Deluxe Monoblocks. They only thing truly good about them was female vocals. In all other areas they were trounced by the likes of Bryston 3B-ST, CIAudio VMB-1s and late .......
16: Amp/Preamp Asylum, CIAudio D-100s, they reproduce prcisely what you feed them. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-08-07, 22:04:33 (71.226.33.72)
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17: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Can the 8620 go right in the socket, or does it need an adaptor? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-05-10, 19:06:59 (71.226.33.72)
The 8620 requires an SOIC to DIP adapter. .......
18: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Anyone have suggestions for capacitor upgrade to the Bugle? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-05-09, 23:24:12 (71.226.33.72)
I have messed with my Bugle alot. 1. I have always used 12VSLA power. 2. IMHO the AD8620 is far and away the best opamp for the Bugle. 3. Better output coupling caps make a big difference. I've used, .......
19: Vinyl Asylum, What is your favorite pressing of Beethoven's 7th? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-05-09, 23:11:52 (71.226.33.72)
My best is RCA LSC-2536 Shaded Dog. Von Karajan with the Vienna Philharmonic. The "you are there" feel with this LP is fantastic. I also have Klieber's rendition of the 7th with the Berlin Philharmoni .......
20: Tweakers' Asylum, Right, but... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-19, 11:55:43 (71.226.33.72)
Think I mentioned the DC present at the outputs in my post.. 3mV from the DAC. I do have a question, however, what is a "servo" in audio terms? I understand what a servo is in mechanical terms. In an .......
21: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: x10v3 transistors (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-19, 07:41:33 (71.226.33.72)
Hmm, mine are hot too, though they do not seem to be cooking the PCB. Perhaps some kind of heat-sinking system is in order? .......
22: Tweakers' Asylum, Best output coupling solution I have found... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-18, 23:01:12 (71.226.33.72)
is 18AWG wire in the place of the output caps. Removed the Oscons I had there (see thread from 4/17) and the change was dramatic. Swapped out opamps (using OPA2228s now) in the MF DAC until the DC at .......
23: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Wait a while before you post. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-18, 13:19:19 (71.226.33.72)
Good advice, thanks. And, on the MF Chinese low-cost thing; you've hit it dead on. The circuit design of the X-DACv3 is obviously good, and the layout is clean and tidy. However, the way the thing is .......
24: Tweakers' Asylum, Correction Oscon SP series, not SG. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-17, 13:47:39 (216.64.152.98)
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25: Tweakers' Asylum, X-DACv3 Mods and Oscon Coupling (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-17, 12:57:12 (71.226.33.72)
All, I recently purchased a MF X-DACv3 and X-10v3. These items are very nice sounding and a resonable deal. However, the build quality SUCKS! My initial impression of the DAC was that it was highly re .......
26: Vinyl Asylum, Cost is a consideration, but from a purely sonic point of view, well.... (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-05, 10:13:52 (216.64.152.98)
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27: Vinyl Asylum, This is an EXCELLENT observation... (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-05, 10:13:02 (216.64.152.98)
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28: Vinyl Asylum, Agreed! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-04, 21:11:55 (71.226.33.72)
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29: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Hey, not that I've gotten into SACD's, but I do own a few DVD-Audio titles... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-04, 21:08:48 (71.226.33.72)
I have a few DVD-A titles. Hotel California and REMs Greatest. They are very, very good. I am more impressed with DVD-A than SACD. I am planning to acquire Fleetwood Mac's Rumours for comparison to LP .......
30: Vinyl Asylum, P.S. Told the wife I was selling vinyl rig to pay for recent purchases; guess that's not happening. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-04, 18:02:31 (71.226.33.72)
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31: Vinyl Asylum, Trying to quit + a word from the new generation. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-04-04, 17:54:05 (71.226.33.72)
Well, sadly, I've been trying to quit vinyl but can't. My latest failure is likely a common scenario- with a twist. I went out and bought (sigh) Beethoven's 5th and 7th (Carlos Kleiber, DG) on SACD. I .......
32: Speaker Asylum, Re: What is the best speaker value in the used market? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-24, 13:11:46 (216.64.152.98)
The Klipschorns are a good response to my question.. However, can you really buy a pair for anywhere near $1100? And, are the truly full-range? Don't get me wrong, I really love Klipsch; the VR-4s are .......
33: Speaker Asylum, Re: I agree (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-24, 13:00:01 (216.64.152.98)
That is flat unbelievable! The guy I bought mine from did not want to hassle with shipping either. Luckily, my company has a warehouse in his area, so I was able to arrange shipping through a freight .......
34: Speaker Asylum, Re: NONE will compete with a VR-4 for that price!!!! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-24, 12:56:19 (216.64.152.98)
Yes, the original VR-4. They kick @##! A good full-range speaker makes all the difference. And, the price... can you believe that they were on Audiogon for almost 30 days at $1175? .......
35: Speaker Asylum, What is the best speaker value in the used market? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-22, 22:35:23 (71.226.33.72)
I say it's the Von Schweikert VR-4! Picked up a pair recently for around $1100. What other speaker in that price range that will compete? And, forget new pairs for that price! I listened to quite few .......
36: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My 2112 is shot... cool! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-02, 20:38:38 (71.226.33.72)
I second your Spirit of Radio opinion. Great song, great alblum. I own an English pressing of Permanent Waves that sounds fantastic. .......
37: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My 2112 is shot... cool! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-02, 20:07:14 (71.226.33.72)
Heh, it ROCKS, no doubt! The sound quality is not quite as good as say, Moving Pictures. The kick drum is a little lost on side one, and it's true that Overture is a bit hot. However, the track "Tears .......
38: Vinyl Asylum, Just when you are done with vinyl. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2006-02-02, 19:51:50 (71.226.33.72)
You all know the story; too expensive, too tweaky, etc. Then, you score a mint copy of something you love. For me, recently, that is a sealed original of Rush 2112. I am certain there are some Rush fa .......
39: Vinyl Asylum, Without a doubt; Denon DL-103! (nt). (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-20, 15:22:03 (216.64.152.98)
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40: Hi-Rez Highway, Re: PS3 and HDMI outlets (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-18, 22:28:56 (216.64.152.98)
Looks like a nice unit.. However, I saw no support for DVD-A in the "laundry list" of specs... .......
41: Computer Audio Asylum, Re: Best pure digital out from PC (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-18, 22:17:45 (216.64.152.98)
I use Chaintech AV710 flashed to "bit-perfect" output. The link below details the process, and it's not difficult. The AV710 costs $27. There is NO NEED to buy and expensive card for output... Spend t .......
42: DVD-Audiobahn, HD841 mini review; don't junk your component DACs yet. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-18, 21:58:07 (216.64.152.98)
I bought an HD841 today to experiment with DVD-A. I have been a vinyl guy when it comes to "high resolution" audio. I must say that, at $69.99, this unit is a steal. The DVD-A reproduction is superb. .......
43: DVD-Audiobahn, Questions for DVD-HD841 Owners (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-18, 21:42:13 (216.64.152.98)
Decided I would try DVD-A today, so I went to Costco and bought the HD841 for a whopping $69.99. Excellent deal... Having read the manual, I have a few questions: 1. What sampling rate am I getting ou .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, Coltrane - A Love Supreme (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-07, 17:21:16 (209.181.120.161)
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45: Vinyl Asylum, Rush: Moving Pictures (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-06, 20:18:59 (209.181.120.161)
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46: Vinyl Asylum, Re: need to get back to vinyl-but slow (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-06, 11:06:46 (216.64.152.98)
The DL-103 and the Bugle are very, very good. This is the best advice anyone could give. The Technics belt-drive should be replaced IMHO. Sell it and buy a SL-1200 for $399; you will not be dissapoint .......
47: Vinyl Asylum, DL-103 owners. What arm are you using? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-05, 20:42:04 (216.64.152.98)
I have used my DL-103 on a Linn Basik, Standard Pro-Ject and an SL-1200 arm (EPA-100?). So far, the SL-1200 arm is best. .......
48: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Thanks for the list of chips... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-04, 20:59:09 (209.181.120.161)
I like the AD8620s best so far with the OPA637s and AD825s a close second. Just need Brown Dog adapters from Cimmaron Technologies to make them work. .......
49: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Rush CD (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-04, 20:56:38 (209.181.120.161)
This CD was not the remaster. I read about the remasters last night, but cannot beleive they would be better than the LP. However, I may buy a remaster ($10.99) to compare because I am curious. The CD .......
50: Vinyl Asylum, Just when I thought vinyl was too much trouble... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-04, 19:32:23 (209.181.120.161)
I decided to compare some of my older rock LPs to CD releases. I've been getting tired of comparing tables, cartridges, arms, etc, and had almost decided to give up; I am just too obsessive, so it see .......
51: Vinyl Asylum, Re: REVIEW- HAGERMAN BUGLE PHONO STAGE..... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-04, 19:22:07 (209.181.120.161)
I have a Bugle and am very pleased with the sound quality, especially after a few minor modifications. I have tried many different opamps, including: OPA2134 OPA637s OPA627s OPA2604 AD825s AD8620 I ha .......
52: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Pro-Ject 6.1 Setup Woes; What am I missing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-01, 22:14:15 (209.181.120.161)
Wow.. One penny did the trick. I can now track 6 and 7 with good results. Thanks! .......
53: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Pro-Ject 6.1 Setup Woes; What am I missing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-01, 21:51:10 (209.181.120.161)
Thanks, Matt. Just did as you suggested and it's dead-on. I had a mental block with the protractor, as I was used to using the "Enjoy The Music" version. That's three different protractors, all of whi .......
54: Vinyl Asylum, SL-1200 arm options. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-01, 21:22:22 (209.181.120.161)
I am looking at mounting an RB250 on my SL-1200. However, I would prefer to mount and SME-3009, as I believe it would be a better match for my Denon DL-103. I am in love with the DL-103, so I have no .......
55: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Pro-Ject 6.1 Setup Woes; What am I missing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-01, 21:16:58 (209.181.120.161)
This is the only protractor that came with the table. The "240" position lines up perfectly. The "130" position is an enigma beacuse the manual does not mention how to use the protractor. There is no .......
56: Vinyl Asylum, Pro-Ject 6.1 Setup Woes; What am I missing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-05-01, 20:16:50 (209.181.120.161)
I have been trying to get my 6.1 to adequately navigate the HFN test record and am having no luck. Track 6 on side one reveals audible distortion. I've set the cartridge alignment using the HFN spindl .......
57: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Talk to me about tubed phono stages. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-26, 21:29:35 (209.181.120.161)
Thanks for all of the replies. My summation: Sounds like I am better off with a good SS unit unless I plan to use a preamp with some gain. I may build a Hagerman Clarinet linestage first. .......
58: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Talk to me about tubed phono stages. Passive- (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-26, 21:27:33 (209.181.120.161)
I have a Denon DL-103, 0.3mv output. My Hagerman Bugle is configured for 63.5db. I use 3' DIY interconnects that are of super low capacitance. My phono stage output is 330ohms. .......
59: Vinyl Asylum, Re: a few things... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-26, 10:13:33 (216.64.152.98)
Thanks for posting. I've read through some of your site with much interest. I wonder if the poster who mentioned the "Denon is strategically counterproductive at some point" thought I was referring to .......
60: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Talk to me about tubed phono stages. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-25, 22:13:34 (216.64.152.98)
Unfortunately, here in Tucson, AZ, there appear to no real audio dealers at all. I've done all my research online and buy from dealers like Dusty Vawter of Channel Islands Audio; he is superb. I also .......
61: Vinyl Asylum, Replying to this post is a mistake. STOP NOW! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-25, 21:33:29 (216.64.152.98)
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62: Vinyl Asylum, Talk to me about tubed phono stages. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-25, 21:28:44 (216.64.152.98)
I am currently using a Hagerman Bugle that has "upgraded" parts based on hours of research. A mixture of Analog Devices opamps, better caps, etc. The results are quite pleasing. However, I have no exp .......
63: Tweakers' Asylum, Source direct to amplifiers; a theory. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-22, 14:58:55 (216.64.152.98)
While doing research on passive linestages, it became obvious that the next logical step is no linestage at all, passive or otherwise. Why would you control volume with a pot, attenuator or transforme .......
64: Vinyl Asylum, Ooops! Check your cartridge alignment first! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 22:16:16 (209.181.120.161)
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65: Vinyl Asylum, Re: HIFI News test record question (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 22:15:14 (209.181.120.161)
Anti-skating force. Typically set to the same value as the tracking force (best place to start). .......
66: Vinyl Asylum, Re: HI-FI News Test Record, best investment in vinyl? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 22:12:32 (209.181.120.161)
Side One Band 9: "Please note that if your cartridge tracks bands 6, 7 and 8 satisfactorily, then for all practical purposes you should have no problems tracking any records" (STEP-BY-STEP: HOW TO USE .......
67: Vinyl Asylum, LOL! (NT) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 21:57:57 (209.181.120.161)
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68: Tweakers' Asylum, Building a passive linestage, one question. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 21:19:05 (209.181.120.161)
I am planning to build a passive linestage: Two Alps Blue Velvets, 10K. Hagerman Bugle (phono preamp) and a DAC mounted inside the linestage. One volume control for the Bugle, one for the DAC. Three w .......
69: Vinyl Asylum, HI-FI News Test Record, best investment in vinyl? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 21:06:14 (209.181.120.161)
Received my HFN test record today. Thought my table was set up well and sounded good; I was wrong. When I ran the bias tests, the tone would steadily oscillate from L to R. I tried all manner of track .......
70: Vinyl Asylum, HI-FI News Test Record, short bond hair everwhere! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 20:50:10 (209.181.120.161)
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71: Vinyl Asylum, Re: What's spinning and what is your wife wearing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-21, 20:49:02 (209.181.120.161)
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72: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Find a Denon DL-103 NOW! RUN don't walk! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-08, 14:50:14 (216.64.152.98)
Let me "see"... Why? I thought the same thing, and I did change, but keep going back to the SL-1200. There are better turntables, but most belt drive tables in the same price range as a 1200 have spee .......
73: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Find a Denon DL-103 NOW! RUN don't walk! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-08, 08:25:43 (216.64.152.98)
Your comments make sense. Building a Bugle, like mine at 64db, would be the obvious solution. This takes very little time and is rewarding, but only if you are serious about vinyl. Add to my comments .......
74: Vinyl Asylum, Find a Denon DL-103 NOW! RUN don't walk! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-08, 06:30:29 (216.64.152.98)
The SL-1200 and Denon DL-103 are fantastic together. There is a reputable German seller on eBay. You can get one delivered for $181. I have compared this combination to my Pro-ject 6.1 and AR "The Tur .......
75: Vinyl Asylum, DL-103 and stock SL-1200 a near perfect match! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-07, 22:55:21 (209.181.120.161)
OK, let me "have it", but I am telling you, the Denon DL-103 bolted to a BONE STOCK SL-1200 is analog magik (pun intended). After taking the time to do a thorough (read anal and time consuming) setup, .......
76: Vinyl Asylum, Pro-Ject arm advice (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-06, 20:47:28 (204.17.27.162)
Any advice as to which Pro-Ject arm is best for the Denon DL-103? I am currently using the stock arm on my 6.1. .......
77: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Do you tend to listen to entire records, or sides of records? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-06, 20:43:17 (204.17.27.162)
Depends on the alblum content. If the alblum is all one composer (classical) then both sides. If one composer per side, sometimes just the side. .......
78: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cover your eyes (women and children should leave the room). (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-06, 16:38:27 (216.64.152.98)
I love it! Looks like something I would do. .......
79: Vinyl Asylum, The Business End, CIAudio D-100 Monoblocks (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-05, 21:26:55 (209.181.120.161)
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80: Vinyl Asylum, DerFrankenBugle (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-05, 21:18:15 (209.181.120.161)
My phono preamp: "DerFrankenBugle" Dual OPA637 opamps powered by lead acid batteries. .......
81: Vinyl Asylum, Re: LET US SEE YOUR ANALOG RIG-BIG OR SMALL, GOOD OR BAD (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-05, 21:14:00 (209.181.120.161)
Here is my current setup: AR ES-1, Denon DL-103. See my next post for "DerFrankenBugle" .......
82: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Can you still get a 103? I've been looking... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-04, 05:17:36 (209.181.120.161)
I bought mine NIB off of eBay a couple of weeks ago, from a guy is California. There is another posted now that is a good deal. I've been very satisfied so far. I asked the question becuase I don't ha .......
83: Vinyl Asylum, Denon DL-103 for Classical? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-03, 21:22:13 (209.181.120.161)
Anyone using the Denon DL-103 for primarily Classical music? I've read that the highs are a tad thin for this type of music. .......
84: Vinyl Asylum, Beethoven No.7, Karajan, LSC-2535 nt (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-03, 21:13:59 (209.181.120.161)
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85: Vinyl Asylum, Best piano I've heard on vinyl (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-02, 10:56:18 (216.64.152.98)
Just picked up London LL-1212; Mozart Piano Sonatas K. Anh. 135 and K.309; Paolo Spagnolo. This a mono circa 1953 - 1955. This record is absolutely FLAWLESS new. It was not sealed, but the inner jacke .......
86: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge upgrade help (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-02, 07:08:35 (216.64.152.98)
I am in love with the Denon DL-103. It's not picky, tracks well, sound great and is a good value. .......
87: Vinyl Asylum, Re: runout grooves... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-02, 06:16:05 (216.64.152.98)
Well, it does not run across the label, just up against the outer side. .......
88: Vinyl Asylum, The one thing I don't like about vinyl... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-02, 06:06:03 (216.64.152.98)
...is that at the end of a record side I have to rush to the table to save my stylus from the horror of "label crash." The amount of time available between the end of the last song and "the crash" var .......
89: Vinyl Asylum, Classical LPs are a STEAL; I give up! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-04-02, 05:57:25 (216.64.152.98)
I've been to a few local shops that sell records recently, and have found that the number of "collectable" labels available is exceedingly small. I am also losing my mind. Before this week, prior to d .......
90: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Is this a 10' pressing? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-31, 20:40:14 (209.181.120.161)
It's a 12" Marconi pressing. EMI. .......
91: Vinyl Asylum, Beethoven Symphony No. 6, Klemperer, C 069-00799 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-31, 20:30:23 (209.181.120.161)
This is a very nice record. Extraordinarily quiet and dynamic. .......
92: Vinyl Asylum, Beethoven Sonatas 31 & 10, Kempff, Decca DL-9592 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-31, 18:19:47 (209.181.120.161)
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93: Vinyl Asylum, Classical LPs are a STEAL! V.2 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-31, 18:16:21 (209.181.120.161)
Alright, I am ready to try again. Check out these labels and let me know yout thoughts. Paid between $3 and $5 each. .......
94: Vinyl Asylum, One set was definitely worth it. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-30, 20:58:28 (209.181.120.161)
Arrived home this evening and played "Die Kunst der Fuge" (The Art of Fuge), Bach, Nonesuch, HB-73013. Two record set, and they sound HUGE. Best pressings in my meger collection thus far. .......
95: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I hate to say this.... (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-30, 19:02:54 (204.17.27.162)
You're right. Could you suggest a good starting point for performing this kind of research? Via the Internet, preferably. I am very interested in learning more. My other recent purchases are primarily .......
96: Vinyl Asylum, Classical LPs are a STEAL! (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-30, 12:36:15 (216.64.152.98)
All, Classical LPs in mint condition are a real bargain. I can buy, locally, mint condition vinyl for $5 each, and choose from thousands of titles! Just picked up six different Haydn Symphonies on Ang .......
97: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I am floored by these LP's...:-)) (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-28, 16:17:17 (209.181.120.161)
Are these new pressings? Where can we all find some. I am building a collection of Classical LPs. .......
98: Vinyl Asylum, Re: SL-1200 and SME-3009 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-28, 06:39:56 (216.64.152.98)
Gentlemen, Thanks for all of the information. However, I may have led us down the wrong path. The original question was whether or not anyone had ever mounted an SME 3009 on an SL-1200. Where I led us .......
99: Vinyl Asylum, Any other arms you might specifically recommend? nt. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-27, 20:47:06 (209.181.120.161)
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100: Vinyl Asylum, Re: although i havent heard one in many years (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-27, 20:44:31 (209.181.120.161)
Alan, Isn't 47k lower than 100k? I'll admit I am a newbie. .......
101: Vinyl Asylum, Denon DL-103 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-27, 20:15:07 (209.181.120.161)
Installed a Denon DL-103 on Friday and am impressed. Better soundstaging and far better midrange than my Grado MF3. Can anyone with experience tell me what to expect as the cartridge breaks-in? My ini .......
102: Vinyl Asylum, SL-1200 and SME-3009 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-27, 19:32:53 (209.181.120.161)
Does anyone have experience mounting an SME 3009 arm on a SL-1200? I've been through some TT swaps lately. I bought an AR with a Linn Basik Plus arm. Then a Denon DL-103. Mounted the DL-103 to the Lin .......
103: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Try some oil for the motor (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-20, 08:54:22 (209.181.120.161)
What side of the motor did you oil? The top, where the pulley is, or from the bottom? The bottom of my motor has an Airpax sticker attached. I placed some oil in the top, and this seems to have done s .......
104: Vinyl Asylum, Miles Davis +19 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-19, 17:35:38 (209.181.120.161)
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105: Vinyl Asylum, Re: For starters: better motor; tonearm effective mass. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-18, 23:38:10 (209.181.120.161)
Thanks for all of the responses. The "Turntable" I purchased has a Linn Basik Plus arm, so I guess I am ahead of either the stock "Turntable" or stock ES-1. The original owner said it was purchased in .......
106: Vinyl Asylum, Forgot to mention that it's a 300RPM motor. nt (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-17, 17:49:06 (209.181.120.161)
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107: Vinyl Asylum, Re: AR "The Turntable" vs. AR ES-1 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-17, 17:34:01 (209.181.120.161)
The motor in mine was made by Airpax. It's quite small. Thanks. .......
108: Vinyl Asylum, AR "The Turntable" vs. AR ES-1 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-17, 14:48:25 (216.64.152.98)
All, I just acquired an AR "The Turnable" model. I contacted Merrill Audio and had them FAX me a list of upgrade parts. I found that the spring upgrade kit they list does not include "The Turntable", .......
109: Vinyl Asylum, Cartridge for AR "Turntable" with Linn Basik-Plus (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-14, 07:13:00 (216.64.152.98)
I just purchased an Acoustic Research "The Turntable" and would like cartridge recommedations for the Linn Basik-Plus arm. Thanks. .......
110: Vinyl Asylum, Various "early" Led Zeppelin on MFSL (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-11, 22:04:02 (209.181.120.161)
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111: Vinyl Asylum, Pro-Ject 1 Xpression or SL1200MKII with OL250? (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-11, 22:01:50 (209.181.120.161)
All, Well, it's decision time... Should I keep and modify my SL-1200 with an Origin Live Rega mount and VTA with an RB250, or buy a new Pro-Ject Xpression 1 with the "speed box". I dislike changes in .......
112: Cable Asylum, IC Recommendations for Passive System (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-07, 19:22:47 (216.64.152.98)
Hello All, I currently have the following components from Channel Islands Audio: VPC-1 Passive "Preamp" VMB-1 Monoblock Amplifiers VDA-1 DAC with VAC-1 Power Supply I have Klipsch Khorns. I am looking .......
113: Vinyl Asylum, John Coltrane, Coltrane Jazz, Atlantic SD-1354 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-03, 18:25:13 (216.64.152.98)
This is a fantasic record! Just bought it tonight; flawless, quiet and dynamic! .......
114: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Struggling with TT decision. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-02, 12:09:37 (216.64.152.98)
I completely agree with the pitch stability issue. I dislike changes in speed. With this in mind, before my original post, I was looking at the Pro-Ject 1 Xpression with the "speed box" add-on. Suppos .......
115: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Struggling with TT decision. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-02, 09:31:21 (216.64.152.98)
Thanks. I omitted the cartridge because that is an item I will replace if I keep the 1200. It's difficult for me to say what is lacking, because I have no benchmark experience with high-end tables. I .......
116: Vinyl Asylum, Mozart Piano Concertos K.488 & K.459, Bohm, Klavierhonzerte, 2530 716 (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-01, 19:14:24 (216.64.152.98)
Grammaphon .......
117: Vinyl Asylum, Struggling with TT decision. (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-01, 18:27:49 (209.181.120.161)
All, I am moving back to vinyl, mostly Classical and Jazz. I currently own a 1200MKII that is in great shape (hasn't been used much in the last 12 years). My quandry is: mod the 1200 with the OL mount .......
118: Vinyl Asylum, Parasound MM Cartridge, "s55" (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-02-28, 20:37:12 (209.181.120.161)
Hello All, Has anyone heard of the Parasound "s55" phono cartridge? Thanks. .......
119: Amp/Preamp Asylum, REVIEW: Channel Islands Audio VPC-1 Passive Components (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-02-24, 21:15:56 (209.181.120.161)
Model: VPC-1 Category: Passive Components Suggested Retail Price: $249 Description: Passive Volume Control Manufacturer URL: Channel Islands Audio Manufacturer URL: Channel Islands Au .......
120: Inmate Systems, PassiveO's Main (0.00)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-02-24, 20:33:19 (209.181.120.161)
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