1: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grado or Clearaudio on my Well Tempered (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2007-04-08, 21:39:58 (205.197.148.2)
Perhaps look into a used VDH classic series cartridge, which can be scooped up for about the retail price of the Clearaudio or Grado your looking at and can be retipped by AJ Van Den Hul for a reasona .......

2: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Well Tempered Classic V setup (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2007-04-08, 21:01:29 (205.197.148.2)
Thanks for all the responses. It worked fine it was just very different from my previous 'slide-the-cartridge-forward-in-the-headshell' style tonearms. Also can anyone tell me the threading and dimens .......

3: Vinyl Asylum, Well Tempered Classic V setup (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2007-04-02, 16:59:49 (205.197.148.3)
I just purchased a Well Tempered Classic V an am enjoying it quite a bit but I don't understand how to adjust the overhang of the cartridge. The manual seems to imply that I rotate the entire arm asse .......

4: Radio Road, Creek T43 AM Antenna (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-09-11, 12:18:33 (208.120.1.91)
I recently purchased a Creek T43 tuner and it didn't come with the original AM antenna. Normally this wouldn't be a problem but I am unfamiliar with the antenna connector on this unit. It is just a re .......

5: Vinyl Asylum, I would also buy a used one or a Dennessen Soundtracktor from someone -Thanks (nt) (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-08-10, 20:04:17 (205.197.148.2)
nt .......

6: Vinyl Asylum, Pro-Ject Cartridge Alignment Tool - cheap retailer? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-08-10, 19:20:02 (205.197.148.2)
I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on where to purchase the Pro-Ject Cartridge Alignment Tool cheaply. All the retailers I've found are selling it for $119+ despite the sumiko website MSRP .......

7: Amp/Preamp Asylum, YBA Passion Revisions (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-08-02, 16:44:32 (205.197.148.2)
What are the differences between earlier Green LED model YBA Passion Integres and the later Blue LED Model. I was looking into purchasing one on the used market and started to see people looking speci .......

8: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Need to find correct replacement for 3 old capacitors (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-04-05, 20:42:00 (205.197.148.2)
Thanks for the response, should I replace the CEW ones with some kind of ceramic cap? As for my reason for removing them I believe they leaked while sitting idle in storage. The unit is 30 years old a .......

9: Tweakers' Asylum, Need to find correct replacement for 3 old capacitors (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-04-05, 12:44:29 (69.86.138.64)
I just pull three capacitors from the ouput section of an old NAD 3030. I thought I could find the values I needed locally in NYC but haven't had any luck. The two large ones from the output stage are .......

10: Vintage Asylum, NAD 3030 troubleshooting (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2006-04-04, 23:47:22 (69.86.138.64)
I just received a troubled NAD 3030 (rather old predecessor to the classic 3020). Through the headphone jack there is a loud buzzing hum independent of the volume or balance. I assume this noise exist .......

11: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Short list of used sub 2.5k ss integrated with good phono stage (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2005-12-17, 19:25:18 (205.197.148.2)
Do to recent changes I've been inclined to switch out my system for a simple user-friendly solid state integrated and forego my current tubed setup. The unit will ultimately drive a set of JM Lab 907b .......

12: Computer Audio Asylum, Firewire audio interface for archiving vinyl (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2005-06-19, 21:07:46 (68.51.190.224)
Well continued prodding by my peers has convinced me to sacrifice my minidisc setup, and switch to an iPod for portable audio. Besides the glaring hole in my audio rack I no longer have a smooth syste .......

13: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Changing Jolida sj-202a preamp/sub out to tape out (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2005-02-17, 17:11:56 (68.51.190.224)
So I just wire the selector out directly to the rca connectors? I don't have to buffer it or put any resistance in line? Thanks for your response. .......

14: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Changing Jolida sj-202a preamp/sub out to tape out (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2005-02-16, 14:07:22 (68.51.190.224)
I'm not sure if my unit has the NFB removed but I would certainly be interested in disabling it when I modify the pre-out. My main goal is still to convert the pre-out to a tape-out, would you be so k .......

15: Tube DIY Asylum, Changing Jolida sj-202a preamp/sub out to tape out (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2005-02-16, 01:53:10 (68.51.190.224)
I am interested in changing the sub out on my Jolida SJ-202a to a tape out since I'm not using a sub and would like to streamline my vinyl to MD recording. My unit is an older model thats been convert .......

16: Vinyl Asylum, Music Hall MMF-7 and Shure V-15 VxMR? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2004-02-26, 17:58:51 (68.51.188.103)
Music Hall MMF-7 and Shure V-15 VxMR? I am in the market for a new cartridge for my MMF-7 (MM only Audion phonostage) and was planning on purchasing a Clearaudio Virtouso Wood but haven't the funds cu .......

17: Vinyl Asylum, What is the optimal overhang measurement for the MMF-7? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2004-01-04, 17:59:18 (68.51.188.103)
Does anyone know the optimal overhang measurements for the MMF-7 (specifically a “stylus tip to end of headshell” measurement) Thanks for your time. .......

18: Vinyl Asylum, MMF-7 overhang measurements (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2004-01-02, 03:00:15 (68.51.188.103)
I have been attempting proper cartridge alignment using a variety of paper protractors and have walked through the "Draft of chapter on cartridge alignment" here at the asylum but I don't fully trust .......

19: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Musichall MMF-7 bearing condition and cart mounting (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-10-16, 22:39:39 (68.51.189.223)
Thanks, I was getting some innergrove distortion and wanted to rule the bearings out, I was only concerned because I assume the current cart was mounted while the arm was in place and have heard horro .......

20: Vinyl Asylum, Musichall MMF-7 bearing condition and cart mounting (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-10-16, 15:11:18 (68.51.189.223)
How can I judge the condition of the tonearms bearings? Also how would I go about safely mounting a new cart with the fixed headshell and armtube? Thanks for your time. .......

21: Vinyl Asylum, Safety raiser trade (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-10-16, 14:27:10 (68.51.189.223)
I just picked up a NOS AT safety raiser and I don't think I can get it close enough to the pivot point on my MMF-7 to use it safely. So if anyone is interested in trading me let me know. Express machi .......

22: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: High quality relay [AB switch] (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-18, 09:07:08 (68.51.189.223)
Perhaps a toggle/selector switch would be more appropriate rather than a switch and relay? Any suggestion would be great. .......

23: General Asylum, maybe look elsewhere (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-18, 01:14:31 (68.51.189.223)
My brother tried it while his CD player was out; the analog is pitiful at best. You may have better luck using it as a transport though. Although if its DVD performance is any indication of overall qu .......

24: Tweakers' Asylum, High quality relay [AB switch] (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-18, 00:55:55 (68.51.189.223)
I want to put together an AB switch to toggle between my AKG K-1000 and JM Lab Cobalt 810. I assume I can put something together with a high quality XLR, some short runs of speaker cable, a set of 5wa .......

25: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Regarding Jolida (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-08, 00:02:29 (68.51.189.223)
The unit was a 1501RC purchased last year; it caught fire twice. The first time it was sent into Jolida and serviced the second time they offered to replace the unit. I have come across one or two sim .......

26: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Some questions about tube integrateds (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-05, 17:21:05 (68.51.189.223)
Thanks for the response. I'm still concerned with biasing though (concerning the Jolidas) just how essential is it? Would I need to routinely open and re-bias the amp to achieve best performance and a .......

27: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Some questions about tube integrateds (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-05, 00:48:45 (68.51.189.223)
I'm looking to upgrade my system's amplification with a mid powered (30-50 RMS) tube integrated that can be had used in the sub $800 realm. (My speakers are JM Lab Cobalt 810s) I am inclined to think .......

28: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Sonic Frontiers SFS-40 - Point to Point? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-04, 09:52:44 (68.51.189.223)
Thanks for the response .......

29: Inmate Systems, SP00N's Art Supplies or Audio (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-03, 23:39:42 (68.51.189.223)
To add your system, you must register ."> Audio Asylum Inmate SP00N's Art Supplies or Audio System Home / FAQ / News Classifieds / Events .......

30: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sonic Frontiers SFS-40 - Point to Point? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-07-03, 23:14:06 (68.51.189.223)
Is the Sonic Frontiers SFS-40 point to point wiring or constructed on a PC Board? Thanks for your time. .......

31: Tubes Asylum, Who OEMed DuMont 6922s in Great Britian (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-05-20, 08:03:15 (63.237.13.25)
Who OEMed DuMont 6922s in Great Britian? I assume it was Brimar, mullard, I'm not sure when they were made but the boxes look pretty modern late sixties vintage at least. .......

32: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Harman kardon citation 21 preamp...opinions please (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-05-18, 17:06:51 (63.237.13.25)
I owned that unit for a while and mated it with a handful of tables (all MM unfortunately). The phono stage is pleasant and forgiving (not the most resolving) and trounced that of the NAD 7020 I had s .......

33: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Looking for Info on Bryston 470 (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-04-21, 09:45:17 (63.237.13.25)
I'm looking for information (price and production date etc.) and opinions on the Bryston series 70 470 monoblock amplifier. It’s a 70volt 250Watt monoblock distribution amplifier but that’s all I know .......

34: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Affoardable used amp for JM LAB Cobalt 810 (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-04-15, 21:12:04 (63.237.13.25)
I just purchased a pair of Cobalt 810s and am looking for something a bit more respectable than my ancient NAD receiver (being feed from a tubed pre) to drive them. I have a Sonic Adventure Reality Pr .......

35: Vinyl Asylum, Stylus wear (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-02-04, 14:09:54 (63.237.13.25)
I know playing a dirty record can damage the disk but how hard is it on the stylus to play a record that, while visibly very clean has been sitting in storage for a long time and must need a good clea .......

36: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: leaky caps? (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-02-01, 00:58:09 (63.237.13.25)
Someone gave me one of this fine units but the caps are leaking and I think the power switch is going. I'm just curious if you made a list of the Caps so I buy them without having to go through and ma .......

37: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Headamp for AKG240 Monitor (0.00)
Posted by SP00N on 2003-01-28, 18:21:36 (63.237.13.25)
Ask at www.head-fi.org or www.headwize.com. They are both forums dedicated to headphone use. .......

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