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1: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Dedicated mono TT worth it? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2023-01-30, 04:32:46 (74.134.229.112)
I did and it does. .......
2: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Any of you dudes/dudettes using the AR XA... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-12-22, 08:26:10 (74.134.229.112)
I have a Best on my AR XB. It was miswired. .......
3: Vinyl Asylum, RE: What's a mint VPI HW-16 .5 RCM worth these days ? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-12-21, 07:32:20 (74.134.229.112)
$500+ IMO .......
4: Vinyl Asylum, RE: VPI TNT Stand (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-12-08, 12:54:00 (74.134.229.112)
Nothing came with the stand when new. .......
5: Vinyl Asylum, RE: VPI TNT Stand (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-12-07, 07:08:42 (74.134.229.112)
That's my picture from more than 15 years ago. .......
6: Films/DVD Asylum, Sure glad I streamed and didn't waste the time and money (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-10-18, 14:56:10 (74.134.229.112)
going to a theater. Worth streaming but no more than that. .......
7: Speaker Asylum, I've had great success the Trader. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-10-18, 08:14:52 (74.134.229.112)
I haven't been active for awhile but have sold many items here. .......
8: Vinyl Asylum, Have you bothered to call VPI? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-10-07, 07:00:05 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
9: Vinyl Asylum, It does to me. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-10-03, 16:15:53 (74.134.229.112)
All that matters....to me. .......
10: Inmate Central, RE: Why is the Jeep Wrangler so popular? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-26, 04:47:07 (74.134.229.112)
Jeep owners are very loyal. I had a friend who was a Chrysler parts manager for 30 years. He said when Chrysler bought jeep his business increased dramatically because owners would pay anything to kee .......
11: Vinyl Asylum, This group is populated with some very nice folks. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-25, 12:44:34 (74.134.229.112)
Memorial for my wife is Sunday. I've been able to take a short break from preparation and listened to a few of the records sent to me. At the saddest time of my life they have provided relief for a li .......
12: Vinyl Asylum, I received a box of LPs today. I believe they are from you. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-25, 09:32:07 (74.134.229.112)
Thank you so much. I'm playing the Coleman Hawkins now. If it wasn't you I apologize and thank whoever set them. My brain is like much right now. .......
13: Vinyl Asylum, Thank you for the wonderful records (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-24, 09:24:19 (74.134.229.112)
David, you are most generous. Thank you so much. .......
14: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Sorry to hear that, Wendell ... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-20, 07:51:12 (74.134.229.112)
Dean, very generous. Tried to email you but couldn't. Not sure of the rules for posting addresses here. Rod? .......
15: Vinyl Asylum, A passing (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-08-20, 06:50:19 (74.134.229.112)
My wife, Clair, died on August 3rd. She had a massive stroke on October 30th. She was in the hospital for 2 months and I cared for her, at home, for the last 7 months. I sold my system and my records .......
16: Tape Trail, RE: Speed variation in Pioneer cassette deck (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-07-20, 05:31:52 (74.134.229.112)
Probably the belts. They deteriorate whether used or not. .......
17: Vinyl Asylum, It doesn't matter. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-07-15, 07:03:40 (74.134.229.112)
All that matters is how they sound. .......
18: Vinyl Asylum, I don't share the passionate hate for this and other bands. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-07-14, 14:15:23 (74.134.229.112)
I have lost interest in the Eagles beyond their debut album and Fleetwood Mac for all their post blues output. I find it boring. .......
19: General Asylum, RE: Doesn't surprise me (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-06-30, 06:05:34 (74.134.229.112)
But sonic nirvana with your products. :-) .......
20: Speaker Asylum, RE: Burn-in or auditory adaptation (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-06-14, 13:42:29 (74.134.229.112)
I've always suspected the change was in us and not the speaker. .......
21: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Yeah, I like their stuff. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-06-13, 11:42:51 (74.134.229.112)
Stacked Lack tables I've had for years. .......
22: Radio Road, RE: I have not turned a radio on in months and have not listened to one in years. ... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-06-02, 07:21:11 (74.134.229.112)
Unless things have changed HD stands for hybrid digital and not high definition. .......
23: Vinyl Asylum, RE: A Rant...please excuse me as an old member...old in so many ways!!! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-13, 05:00:48 (74.134.229.112)
Soliloquys were wonderful speakers. I'm sorry the brand didn't survive. .......
24: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I've got one of those dust covers on my XA. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-05, 08:33:19 (74.134.229.112)
I really wanted an original but couldn't find one in acceptable condition. I agree, this is a well made cover and the AR etching is a nice touch. .......
25: Vinyl Asylum, I haven't even played it yet. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-05, 07:24:41 (74.134.229.112)
It's currently in my listening room which I've converted to Clair's sick room. I also have a single LP that is still sealed (Dave Alvin's King of California). I sold all the equipment and my record co .......
26: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Where did you get the cover? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-05, 07:12:14 (74.134.229.112)
JNBAudio .......
27: Vinyl Asylum, A restored ARXB and custom dustcover (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-04, 14:58:13 (74.134.229.112)
I think it looks great. .......
28: Vinyl Asylum, " VPI has long mentioned that the original Aries as one of their best sounding decks ever." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-05-04, 08:17:52 (74.134.229.112)
I concur. I didn't get better until my last High-End table, the TNT-HR-6 and Wheaton Tri-Planar arm. I attribute the improvement to the arm and the improvement was real but not day and night. Aries is .......
29: Tape Trail, I owned that one more than 40 year ago, (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-04-25, 07:22:34 (74.134.229.112)
Wonderful machine. .......
30: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Finally purchased the TT of my dreams (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-04-06, 11:39:12 (74.134.229.112)
I owned a Mark II. Lovely table. Congrats. .......
31: Vinyl Asylum, RE: better phono preamp (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-03-31, 10:34:15 (74.134.229.112)
I don't really participate any longer but here are my 2 cents. I would stay with what you have instead of those you mention. I doubt you will hear significant improvement. When I did play the best I e .......
32: Vinyl Asylum, RE: MSU? Montana State University? nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-03-23, 07:51:01 (74.134.229.112)
When you hear hoof beats, think horses, not zebras. :-) .......
33: Vinyl Asylum, One of my favorites for 50 years (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-03-05, 06:24:55 (74.134.229.112)
Never grow tired of it even though streaming is now my only source. .......
34: Vinyl Asylum, I only met HP once. It was at a Las Vegas CES. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2022-02-10, 07:00:48 (74.134.229.112)
The first large format TAS had recently been released. We had a nice chat and I still have the copy he autographed for me. .......
35: Vinyl Asylum, Life changes (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-12-28, 04:12:19 (74.134.229.112)
Due to the failing health of me and my wife I'm walking away from the hobby. A difficult decision after 55 years in the pursuit. It's time. My large record collection left yesterday. I now have to dis .......
36: General Asylum, "I personally cannot imagine myself ever doing this.' (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-10-30, 07:47:58 (74.134.229.112)
I've had dedicated room for 16 years. I now almost never listen. If not for the massive effort I would get rid of all the equipment and 2000-3000 records. I've entered my 70s and life priorities have .......
37: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Wow, The Electric Recording Company is doing White Stripes, White Blood Cells. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-10-29, 12:23:17 (74.134.229.112)
Good record but I don't get the treatment. That pig will need a whole lot of lipstick. .......
38: Vinyl Asylum, I agree that Let It Be naked is the way to hear it. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-10-14, 10:09:10 (74.134.229.112)
I don't agree that it's better than Abbey Road. Abbey Road, Rubber Soul and Revolver are my favorites. .......
39: Vinyl Asylum, My guess is they are awars of quality control issues (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-09-28, 12:20:40 (74.134.229.112)
and want to control the the return rate. .......
40: Vinyl Asylum, I remember seeing her on American Bandstand. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-09-16, 06:11:41 (74.134.229.112)
I was a kid and considered her a joke. Doubt my opinion has changed. .......
41: Vinyl Asylum, Wish my copy sounded that good. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-09-03, 16:07:30 (74.134.229.112)
Congrats .......
42: Vinyl Asylum, Here's the rub. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-16, 04:23:27 (74.134.229.112)
He doesn't appear on the records so it makes no difference how good he was. We can't hear him on those classic songs. .......
43: Vinyl Asylum, Can you say ridiculous? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-15, 12:03:26 (74.134.229.112)
I knew you could. :-) .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Los Lobos Native Sons (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-15, 08:31:15 (74.134.229.112)
Wonderful. Thank you. .......
45: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Love those histrionics. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-14, 05:07:36 (74.134.229.112)
Love it! .......
46: Vinyl Asylum, Love those histrionics. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 17:51:59 (74.134.229.112)
Different strokes. .......
47: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Got my pristine 2-eye off fleabay years ago. The real BS&T. /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 12:09:11 (74.134.229.112)
Good album which I like a lot. I still prefer the second album. It came out in my freshman year of college and brings about many good memories. .......
48: Vinyl Asylum, Good advice. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 12:07:30 (74.134.229.112)
I will do that. .......
49: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks for validating what I hear. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 12:06:44 (74.134.229.112)
Too bad. I enjoy the songs. .......
50: Vinyl Asylum, Bad idea (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 12:05:09 (74.134.229.112)
Why do it? .......
51: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The CD seems... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-13, 03:00:09 (74.134.229.112)
I like their take on For What It's Worth, Sail On Sailor and The World Is A Ghetto. It sounds ok but could be much better. .......
52: Vinyl Asylum, Child Is Father To Man (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-12, 10:31:20 (74.134.229.112)
Is there a recommended reissue? My Columbia 2 eye is long in the tooth but still sounds good. .......
53: Vinyl Asylum, RE: It showed up today (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-12, 10:29:40 (74.134.229.112)
My first listen was through Triton 7s. I then listened in my car via Spotify and sound was completely different as in more compressed. Today I listened through the LRS and sound was more pleasing. The .......
54: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Si! Tanks!... N/T (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-11, 06:35:59 (74.134.229.112)
I seldom found him believable. Felt I could always see him acting. .......
55: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: "Reflections in a Golden Eye" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-11, 05:39:53 (74.134.229.112)
Saw it in 1967. Bored the crap out of me. Saw it again last year with the same response. .......
56: Vinyl Asylum, Los Lobos Native Sons (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-10, 06:06:35 (74.134.229.112)
Good album but sounds rolled off and bass heavy. How does it sound to you? .......
57: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The IN Groove buys George Benson's record collection (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-08-04, 09:28:13 (74.134.229.112)
He sure takes the long way around the barn to get to the point. .......
58: Vinyl Asylum, You thought wrong (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-07-13, 16:48:17 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
59: Vinyl Asylum, Well................... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-06-28, 12:40:51 (74.134.229.112)
Good sounding or not I consider it a great record and never tire of it. .......
60: Vinyl Asylum, I know. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-06-14, 04:01:32 (74.134.229.112)
Thanks .......
61: Vinyl Asylum, Finally got around to set it up. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-06-12, 08:57:32 (74.134.229.112)
Will not power up. I didn't expect much but thought it would work. .......
62: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Que? /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-06-08, 14:27:35 (74.134.229.112)
Yes, it does. .......
63: Vinyl Asylum, Out of curiosity.................. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-06-08, 09:54:24 (74.134.229.112)
Ordered one yesterday and it arrived this morning. Weigh 8 pounds, platter rings like a bell but the mat appears it may provide acceptable damping, the plinth seems to be reasonably stiff. Manual is .......
64: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I might be, but it isn't as though I need the money or take up a lot of room. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-05-06, 10:55:04 (74.134.229.112)
No in a while but many times over the years. Probably best to hold onto the records and avoid the frustration you are experiencing. .......
65: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I might be, but it isn't as though I need the money or take up a lot of room. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-05-06, 10:39:15 (74.134.229.112)
Well.....that's an interesting point of view. .......
66: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Perhaps, but I don't take PayPal ... and eBay has its own problems for sellers. nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-05-06, 10:30:41 (74.134.229.112)
Been with Paypal since its' beginnings. Never an issue. You are missing the best opportunity to sell your records. .......
67: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Phono stage for my Technics SL -1500 C (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-04-30, 05:52:53 (74.134.229.112)
There should be an adjustment for that. No? .......
68: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Just finishing up my new build. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-04-26, 08:50:34 (74.134.229.112)
Beautiful .......
69: Vinyl Asylum, Record Safari - Inside the world of record collecting (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-04-22, 07:38:58 (74.134.229.112)
On Directv 4K channel 104. I've recorded it but I have not watched it yet. .......
70: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Yo, viridian! Got one of those Redeken brushes... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-04-13, 05:15:44 (74.134.229.112)
I got one. It is exceptional. Thanks for the recommendation. .......
71: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Goats Head Soup (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-04-08, 10:00:15 (74.134.229.112)
This album was panned on original release. I've always loved it and the reissue is, indeed, outstanding. .......
72: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Abbey Road" advise... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-23, 05:28:14 (74.134.229.112)
UK original is rhe way to go. .......
73: Vinyl Asylum, Loretta Lynn "Still Woman Enough" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-21, 09:59:55 (74.134.229.112)
Lovely job on her 50th LP release. That 87 year old voice is still wonderful. .......
74: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Tonearm wire color code.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-16, 13:55:45 (74.134.229.112)
R+ Red L+ White R- Green L- Blue I believe .......
75: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Willie Nelson's new album, THAT'S LIFE, a winner! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-12, 11:39:10 (74.134.229.112)
It is. Disappointed in the thin cover. Love the record. .......
76: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: "Nomadland" is fantastic (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-08, 09:07:59 (74.134.229.112)
I liked it. My wife hated it. .......
77: Vinyl Asylum, That was a long time ago. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-02, 06:24:58 (74.134.229.112)
I'm down to a restored Dual 721 in the main system and a Music Hall 1.5 in the bedroom. I gave the Fluance to my grandson. The older I get the cheaper I get. :-) .......
78: Vinyl Asylum, Measly $1700 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-03-02, 04:57:42 (74.134.229.112)
John, not measly to me. :-) .......
79: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Spinning...Bob Seger---Live Bullet (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-27, 11:59:23 (74.134.229.112)
Great album. "Turn The Page" is my favorite Seger song. .......
80: Speaker Asylum, RE: Quad 21L (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-26, 12:52:48 (74.134.229.112)
I had the floor standers. Nice speakers. .......
81: Vinyl Asylum, You can order a VPI without an arm. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-20, 10:56:31 (74.134.229.112)
They may even drill the plinth for your new tonearm. .......
82: Films/DVD Asylum, Different strokes (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-12, 14:05:53 (74.134.229.112)
I like it. .......
83: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Feel the same way about Burton Cummings of the Guess Who. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-02, 05:15:49 (74.134.229.112)
Another one of my favorites. I take it you don't care for Robert Plant or Roger Daltry either. I love them. .......
84: Vinyl Asylum, Flaws and all (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-01, 12:18:17 (74.134.229.112)
One of my favorite rock voices Never tire of him .......
85: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Yes, they were! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-01, 08:56:44 (74.134.229.112)
2 was my favorite as well. I'm also quite fond of Nuclear Blues. .......
86: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Yup. I'll take him over DCT any day. /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-02-01, 07:19:56 (74.134.229.112)
DCT vocals were great. .......
87: Video Asylum, RE: 60" 4K TV in the $1000 range is there a clear best buy? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-01-30, 19:16:58 (74.134.229.112)
I just bought a 75 inch QLED for 1600 and it is very good. The 60 is below 1000 .......
88: Vinyl Asylum, And that song was? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-01-23, 08:28:09 (74.134.229.112)
:-) .......
89: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Magenpan LRS upgrade video (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-01-22, 12:30:09 (74.134.229.112)
I've already added the Magna Riser stands and Roger's treated jumper Just ordered the ceramic fuses you recommend. I would never pay $100 for a fuse. .......
90: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Advent 300 rebuild recommendations (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-01-14, 07:21:45 (74.134.229.112)
Mine works fine but should be refreshed. Any recommendations or a shop? .......
91: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I agree on the Rega/Nagaoka/Mani combo with a small caveat. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2021-01-09, 13:42:09 (74.134.229.112)
I agree in the 1.5. I have it with the stylus upgrade in my bedroom system. Love it. .......
92: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Favorite all-time noir? "Detour:" a brilliant little gem by under-rated (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-12-30, 14:51:04 (74.134.229.112)
Saw if for the first time this past weekend. Loved it. .......
93: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Thanks for the suggestion. Heard him for the first time while working (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-12-02, 08:08:42 (74.134.229.112)
Just listened to his latest. It's wonderful. Vinyl will be released on the 18th. .......
94: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Roy Haynes "Cracklin." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-12-01, 05:35:56 (74.134.229.112)
You bought mono! :-) .......
95: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Thanks for the suggestion. Heard him for the first time while working (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-30, 07:02:22 (74.134.229.112)
One of my post played albums of the past 25 years. Never tire of it. Only record I've played more over that last 50 years is Tea For The Tillerman. .......
96: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Stuff on CD only that you wish somebody would do a quality LP reissue (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-28, 10:46:14 (74.134.229.112)
I waited 15 years for Dave Alvin's King Of California to make it to vinyl. So pleased with the result I bought a second copy to keep sealed. .......
97: Speaker Asylum, RE: Need some Vandersteen3A help please.. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-11, 09:21:43 (74.134.229.112)
I could be wrong. I remember there were standard Steen stands for the 2 and a Sound Anchor model. I thought SA was standard on the three. No doubt some will confirm or contradict. I haven't owned Van .......
98: Speaker Asylum, RE: Need some Vandersteen3A help please.. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-11, 05:12:58 (74.134.229.112)
My dusty memory is Sound Anchor made them for Richard. .......
99: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Craig is best Bond. * (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-05, 04:52:44 (74.134.229.112)
I don't think he's the best but I like him. I would like to see Idris Elba in the role. Jason Stathan would also be an interesting choice. .......
100: Inmate Central, RE: How do you rate... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-11-05, 04:48:42 (74.134.229.112)
Bottom of the barrel and a disgrace to Ian Fleming. .......
101: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I'm glad it didn't happen. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-29, 05:09:57 (74.134.229.112)
I've owned three over the years and regretted selling them. .......
102: Vinyl Asylum, Well....... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-25, 08:08:04 (74.134.229.112)
It does say something about their concern for quality. Every Rega I've owned, at least a half dozen, have run a bit fast but, to me that is a lesser sin than run slow. .......
103: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The Schiit Sol got a boffo review from Mike Fremer. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-25, 07:24:07 (74.134.229.112)
Really? Runs slow without an aftermarket speed controller. I was most surprised when he said better to run slow instead of fast. That has never been my experience. The price is great but the arm looks .......
104: Inmate Central, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-15, 08:59:27 (74.134.229.112)
Agree to all. .......
105: Vinyl Asylum, RE: By any chance, do you have the original for comparison. Thanks. nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-15, 04:04:00 (74.134.229.112)
I do not. .......
106: Vinyl Asylum, RE: By any chance, do you have the original for comparison. Thanks. nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-15, 04:03:16 (74.134.229.112)
I did not pm you. .......
107: Vinyl Asylum, RE: John Coltrane Ballads, the Acoustic Sounds Series (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-14, 04:53:20 (74.134.229.112)
Stereo .......
108: Vinyl Asylum, John Coltrane Ballads, the Acoustic Sounds Series (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-10-12, 12:12:10 (74.134.229.112)
Incredible in every conceivable way. .......
109: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I do not understand... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-24, 15:48:03 (74.134.229.112)
Nothing. It's good. Silk purse and sow's ear. I will not spring for the UHQR. .......
110: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Then you should look for.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-24, 12:21:48 (74.134.229.112)
I have the Steve Wilson. .......
111: Vinyl Asylum, RE: UHQR Jethro Tull - Aqualung (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-24, 04:34:55 (74.134.229.112)
Great, great album. I've never heard a copy with great sound. .......
112: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Too bad Turner got so fat not so long after that movie (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-23, 11:13:29 (74.134.229.112)
Wrong Turner. .......
113: Films/DVD Asylum, The Postman Always Rings Twice (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-23, 06:55:56 (74.134.229.112)
Watched it again last week. I've lost track of how many times I've seen it. Garfield and Turner are wonderful. I've always thought Cecil Kellaway was terrible miscast as Nick. Anyone disagree? ::: TO .......
114: Vinyl Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-09, 11:24:53 (74.134.229.112)
Digital transfers can be excellent and the only way to preserve many older recordings. .......
115: Vinyl Asylum, RE: ultrasonic! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-05, 11:01:24 (74.134.229.112)
That is what I've been thinking of doing. .......
116: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Why not try it? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-05, 06:40:17 (74.134.229.112)
I may. The recommended process is so time consuming and daunting. It would have to be a record I can't replace. I look at it everyday. :-) .......
117: Vinyl Asylum, RE: ultrasonic! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-05, 05:35:41 (74.134.229.112)
After reading the manual and watching the video I haven't touched my Kirmuss. Not sure I ever will. :-) .......
118: Vinyl Asylum, Brought an US cleaner months ago and still haven't used. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-09-03, 17:31:40 (74.134.229.112)
Had a VPI for years and still use it regularly. .......
119: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The Snap, Crackle, Pop version .. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-08-21, 06:54:48 (74.134.229.112)
Well, let's hope not. The vast majority of my LPs don't. .......
120: Vinyl Asylum, Tom Petty's Wildflowers being released on all analog vinyl. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-08-21, 05:59:50 (74.134.229.112)
That's good news for Ghost. :-) .......
121: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Rega P2 Tweaks ? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-29, 03:42:59 (74.134.229.112)
It will take a lot of lipstick to make that pig look good. Set it up properly and leave it alone. .......
122: Vinyl Asylum, What do you have now? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-24, 05:46:59 (74.134.229.112)
What table would you be replacing? .......
123: Critic's Corner, RE: Toss? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-18, 10:32:20 (74.134.229.112)
Just a years' old habit. Never cared for those issues from TAS or Stereophile. No doubt you are correct. .......
124: Critic's Corner, Tossed (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-17, 06:32:28 (74.134.229.112)
As with all of them, I tossed it. I don't care for the equipment directories. Always seem to be the waste of an issue. Upon reading your post I pulled it out of the trash and will give it a look. ::: .......
125: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Considering an Ultrasonic cleaning tank, but something has me worried. !!! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-10, 13:18:01 (74.134.229.112)
My Kirmuss is still sitting unused. .......
126: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Cartridge alignment and tonearm design (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-07, 10:31:20 (74.134.229.112)
John, I always learn from your posts even if I don't always understand the technical aspects. .......
127: Jazz Alley, RE: Freddie Cole (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-02, 09:25:25 (74.134.229.112)
Saw him about 15 years ago at the, now closed, Jazz Factory in Louisville. Still have a CD he signed for me. Wonderful singer. Nice man. A great loss. .......
128: Speaker Asylum, RE: Considering Ohm Walsh Options (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-07-01, 07:47:54 (74.134.229.112)
I owned the original many, many years ago. Incredible imaging. A bit light in the bass. Never heard the new ones. .......
129: Video Asylum, RE: 4:3 OLED TVs: A Win For All (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-27, 04:48:25 (74.134.229.112)
Interesting idea but I doubt there would be much of a market to justify the manufacturing costs. .......
130: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: It's not your father's Perry Mason. In fact, (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-23, 07:46:48 (74.134.229.112)
It's certainly odd. I like the look and the tone but it may not wear well over time. Confused with the ESG characters in this setting. .......
131: Films/DVD Asylum, The Last Movie Star (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-20, 06:47:41 (74.134.229.112)
Nice nostalgic Burt Reynolds film from 2017 near the end of his life. .......
132: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I'm shallow, I'll admit... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-20, 06:44:34 (74.134.229.112)
Must be my old ears. Sounds good to me. .......
133: Vinyl Asylum, Sorry you didn't like Mercury Rev's take on the record. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-20, 06:02:23 (74.134.229.112)
I like it a lot. .......
134: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Bad week. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-19, 05:25:29 (74.134.229.112)
Nerve pain can be a bitch. Happy to hear your heart is ok. Best wishes for a quick recovery. .......
135: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Periphery ring (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-18, 08:43:57 (74.134.229.112)
When I participated in the high end the single best uprade I experienced was the VPI ring. Warps were gone and the fkywheel effect contributed to better speed stability. Of course, my system, my room .......
136: Vinyl Asylum, WHAT was the deal with the RSD 10" 78 Beach Boys, though? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-17, 13:23:18 (74.134.229.112)
I have two copies of it. Good Vibrations at 78 Why? I don't know. .......
137: Films/DVD Asylum, Seems reasonable to me. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-15, 07:43:57 (74.134.229.112)
I like the film but understand the criticism. .......
138: Vinyl Asylum, I admire your discipline and tenacity. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-15, 07:40:09 (74.134.229.112)
Not sure I can do it. :-) .......
139: Vinyl Asylum, At any rate, I gave the monos away. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-13, 05:29:06 (74.134.229.112)
And they were received gratefully. .......
140: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: HBO pulls GWTW . . . (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-11, 08:16:06 (74.134.229.112)
I've seen it many times in the last 50 years. I can understand why African Americans could find it demeaning. I support BLM but I am not a fan of censorship. .......
141: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Design of original AR-XA evaluated (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-10, 10:54:31 (74.134.229.112)
Excellent! Thanks. .......
142: Vinyl Asylum, Indecent Proposal Memory (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-08, 06:58:22 (74.134.229.112)
Watching this film for the first time in about 20 years. There is a scene with Redford and Moore where he plays a record. There is a good shot of a VPI TNT. The table was provided by my dear friend, B .......
143: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Yeah, well...stereo didn't exist yet so what can you do? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-07, 06:34:18 (74.134.229.112)
I know how much you dislike it. :-) .......
144: Vinyl Asylum, But it's mono! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-07, 06:30:22 (74.134.229.112)
LOL .......
145: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: After Market Stands For LRS (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-07, 06:04:10 (74.134.229.112)
Magnestand makes one for the LRS that has gotten excellent reviews. I have the Magnariser that I really like. .......
146: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Are you going to use the Kirmuss procedures? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-07, 04:56:45 (74.134.229.112)
I don't know. Gotta do the research. .......
147: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Kirmuss in the house. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-06, 17:35:49 (74.134.229.112)
Printed your post. Thanks for the tips. .......
148: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The Kirmuss ultrasonic cleaner (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-05, 09:11:32 (74.134.229.112)
Bought distilled water and 70% alcohol. Far as I've gotten. I don't clean a record before every play. Once I've cleaned I don't find a need to do it again. I have a VPI 16.5. Used it for years.. ::: .......
149: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Kirmuss in the house. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-04, 05:59:05 (74.134.229.112)
Still haven't opened the box. Trying to determine if I care enough to go through the routine to clean a record. Do I need more than the VPI? May have been an impulse purchase. :-) .......
150: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The sound degradation on Treasury series record was obvious... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-03, 13:17:50 (74.134.229.112)
Never owned any Treasury releases. I did have good experience with the CDs from those tapes. .......
151: Vinyl Asylum, Kirmuss in the house. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-03, 13:09:25 (74.134.229.112)
Still sealed in the box. Hope I don't have buyer's remorse. Hard to get excited about cleaning records. Hope it bests my 16.5 .......
152: Vinyl Asylum, RE: How do you think that the Sheffield D2D Leinsdorf/LA performances somehow appeared on CD? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-06-03, 13:02:57 (74.134.229.112)
They ran tape on most, if not all, the Sheffield releases. That's how they sourced the Treasury series and digital product. .......
153: Vinyl Asylum, Just to note.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-30, 13:05:28 (74.134.229.112)
Each of those songs is by a different female artist. .......
154: Vinyl Asylum, Hope you like it. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-30, 10:57:34 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
155: Vinyl Asylum, Bobbie Gentry's The Delta Sweete Revisited (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-30, 06:28:12 (74.134.229.112)
By Mercury Rev. One of the best albums I have heard in a long time. Homage to Gentry's long lost classic that was a commercial bust. Great female vocals including Norah Jones, Margo Price and Lucinda .......
156: Vinyl Asylum, Hey! At least it's not mono! :-) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-28, 12:34:42 (74.134.229.112)
:-) .......
157: Vinyl Asylum, An album I missed forty years ago. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-27, 16:44:02 (74.134.229.112)
Robert Gordon with Link Ray, Fresh Fish Special Recommended if you like Rockabilly. Good music and sound and an appreciated homage to Elvis Presley. .......
158: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Rega questions... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-25, 10:43:25 (74.134.229.112)
My close friend, Brooks Berdan sadly gone, was in complete agreement with you, John. Brooks knew more about setup than anyone I've ever known. .......
159: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Bill? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 12:32:05 (74.134.229.112)
Yes. Nice guy and seems to know all things Dual. Mine works like new. This table came out in the 70s. I lusted for it but $400 was too much for my 20 something budget. When I downgraded my system due .......
160: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I love the 1219. Think it's the best of the idlers. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 10:52:54 (74.134.229.112)
It's single play, automatic, direct drive. I had it rebuilt by FIXMYDUAL. .......
161: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I love the 1219. Think it's the best of the idlers. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 10:31:16 (74.134.229.112)
I agree on the 1219. I think the 721 is a better table. .......
162: Vinyl Asylum, Congrats! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 10:11:06 (74.134.229.112)
I'm sure you will like the change. I'm still using my Dual 721. .......
163: Planar Speaker Asylum, Wait and try with your Rogue. You might be pleased. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 09:27:01 (74.134.229.112)
I use a Rogue Atlas Magnum (KT90 tubes) and am quite satisfied. .......
164: Vinyl Asylum, I think they were damn good band. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-22, 09:10:47 (74.134.229.112)
During my college years the girls loved them :-) .......
165: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Might be deliberate. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-21, 09:18:26 (74.134.229.112)
That would explain the consistent quality. He would not be the first but I've never cared for that sound. .......
166: Vinyl Asylum, Too bad. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-21, 08:59:33 (74.134.229.112)
He is wonderful. I wish he cared more about the sound quality of his work. .......
167: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Spinning Dwight Yoakam (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-21, 07:55:16 (74.134.229.112)
I've only heard it on Tidal. Sounds ok but I can't really judge the sound quality via a stream. What do you think? .......
168: Vinyl Asylum, RE: James Taylor sings standards (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-19, 06:34:35 (74.134.229.112)
Had planned to order it but, after auditioning on Tidal, found it rather boring. Glad you like it. .......
169: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Crime of the Century" Stan Ricker MF (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-16, 06:36:13 (74.134.229.112)
Impressive. How did you do that? .......
170: General Asylum, RE: One of the greatest performers I have ever seen, RIP. Nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-09, 09:56:09 (74.134.229.112)
Agreed. I didn't see him until he was 70 and he was still incredible. .......
171: Headphone Heights, RE: Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-08, 11:10:54 (74.134.229.112)
I bought Soditer recommended by HD Audio. Arrived yesterday. Nice product. Meets my needes perfectly and only cost $30. My kind of product. :-) .......
172: Vinyl Asylum, TCM for Jazz fans (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-08, 05:46:13 (74.134.229.112)
Currently showing. "All Night Long". A British film with appearances by Dave Brubeck, Charles Mingus, Tubby Hayes, John Dankworth and others. From 1962. Fun to see them in their prime. .......
173: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Anyone familiar with this tonearm? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-07, 09:11:12 (74.134.229.112)
Looks like it started life as a Rega. .......
174: Headphone Heights, RE: Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-06, 05:55:50 (74.134.229.112)
Just ordered it. Thank you. .......
175: Headphone Heights, RE: Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-05, 12:03:42 (74.134.229.112)
I will probably go the adapter route. I went from the 7 to the 20. Stupid money for a phone. .......
176: Headphone Heights, RE: Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-05, 10:35:58 (74.134.229.112)
My Samsung 20 does not have an analog port for phones. A set was included with the phone with a C connector. They're ok but suspect there may better choices. .......
177: Headphone Heights, Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-05-05, 06:45:42 (74.134.229.112)
Recommendations appreciated. .......
178: General Asylum, RE: Who is better? The Beatles or The Rolling Stones? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-26, 06:23:07 (74.134.229.112)
For pop, the Beatles. For Rock, the Stones. My favorite, Led Zeppelin .......
179: Vinyl Asylum, Reevaluating Wildflowers (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-24, 10:27:01 (74.134.229.112)
Hadn't listened in 25 years. I have a new appreciation for it and now understand why you like it. .......
180: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Spinning "Nina Simone in Concert" this morning... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-24, 07:02:21 (74.134.229.112)
Good album. I only have it on CD with I Put A Spell On You. Mississippi Goddamn is a powerful song. .......
181: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Heard the album, not the LP. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-22, 15:22:49 (74.134.229.112)
I've begun listening on Tidal. Better than I remember. Can't believe what originals cost. I believe I gave my copy away. .......
182: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Don't have it yet. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-22, 13:47:00 (74.134.229.112)
I thought you had heard it. I've loaded it onto Tidal to see if my 25 year old opinion has changed. Good to keep an open mind. .......
183: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Love that record...gotta have it.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-22, 13:41:13 (74.134.229.112)
I'll have to give it another listen. Did you like the sound? .......
184: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I'm so ashamed... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-22, 13:26:30 (74.134.229.112)
Embrace your passion! I bought Wildflowers when it released and recall not caring for it but that was a long time ago. I might feel differently now. .......
185: Critic's Corner, RE: Pinging Jim Austin, Stereophile (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-21, 14:26:03 (74.134.229.112)
Not arguing it's smart. Just acknowledging I do it. .......
186: Critic's Corner, RE: Pinging Jim Austin, Stereophile (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-21, 08:48:59 (74.134.229.112)
I may well be playing with fire but I just open the mail as usual. .......
187: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Spinning this am...Dwight Yoakam.. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-18, 08:04:01 (74.134.229.112)
I'm a long time fan and have most of his LPs. Great music. My only complaint is they all sound bright. Some more than others. His Buck Owens tribute probably the worst. .......
188: Vinyl Asylum, RE: spinning John Prine, The Tree of Forgiveness, and Van Morrison, The Healing Game (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-08, 09:32:45 (74.134.229.112)
I have both. Good choices. .......
189: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Gunned MMGs vs. LRS (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-04, 08:43:03 (74.134.229.112)
I owned Gunned MMGs. Never really warmed up to them. Liked my LRS from the first listen. The Gunned MMGs were far prettier. .......
190: Inmate Central, Louisville is down to $1.80 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-04-03, 14:43:13 (74.134.229.112)
and cheaper elsewhere in the state. .......
191: Vinyl Asylum, Going to my grandson. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-27, 16:06:35 (74.134.229.112)
13 snd likes vinyl. .......
192: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: A conundrum here (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-24, 16:09:24 (74.134.229.112)
The 7 is a wonderful speaker. So is the LRS. .......
193: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Select the one you want to keep and give the other to me! ;8^) /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-23, 05:49:40 (74.134.229.112)
I'll put you on the list. :-) .......
194: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: A conundrum here (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-23, 05:47:25 (74.134.229.112)
Top to bottom the Triton 7 is a better speaker. The bass is far superior. The mid range is close but the edge goes to the LRS. .......
195: Films/DVD Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-22, 08:43:32 (74.134.229.112)
It was indeed. .......
196: Planar Speaker Asylum, A conundrum here (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-22, 08:12:59 (74.134.229.112)
I've owned Golden Ear Triton 7 speakers for 7 years. They are incredible. I was an early buyer of the LRS. They are awesome. I switch between them every few weeks. I adore them both. Should one pair s .......
197: Video Asylum, 10 year old 65" Panasonic Viera Plasma (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-21, 07:47:55 (74.134.229.112)
Best TV I have ever owned. Great performer and rock solid. Beginning to wonder how long it is going to last and what to buy in its' place. .......
198: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Who needs Amazon as a source for new LPs? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-19, 10:05:41 (74.134.229.112)
Lightening fast shipping. I get virtually every thing within two days, except for pre-orders, and the return policy is second to none. I am a Prime member which works well for me. They are not always .......
199: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Why is it.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-17, 09:59:01 (74.134.229.112)
After 50 years in this hobby I realized how stupid that was and no longer do it. Unless I'm aware of an obvious problem I just play the reocrd. .......
200: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Anyone own a new SL-1500C? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-12, 10:59:49 (74.134.229.112)
Any extended impressions of the MH 1.5? .......
201: Vinyl Asylum, Mono! Glorius mono! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-06, 04:46:06 (74.134.229.112)
LOL .......
202: Planar Speaker Asylum, You call them to order. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-03-01, 14:43:15 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
203: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Shostakovich 5 Bernstein (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-02-24, 08:06:18 (74.134.229.112)
Columbia 2 Eye which makes it an early, mid 60s pressing. .......
204: Vinyl Asylum, Shostakovich 5 Bernstein (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-02-22, 12:02:16 (74.134.229.112)
Bought it after is was mentioned here. Excellent! .......
205: Tape Trail, Virtually no chance. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-02-21, 10:10:23 (74.134.229.112)
Really none. .......
206: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I'm going to whine about Amazon shipping... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-02-14, 04:41:39 (74.134.229.112)
I buy a lot of records from Amazon and the packaging varies but I've yet to receive a damaged LP. Recently I twice received the wrong title. Their return policy is outstanding. .......
207: Radio Road, I have two of these to listen to my long-time Los Angeles favorites. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-31, 07:27:08 (74.134.229.112)
KJAZZ and KUSC .......
208: General Asylum, I've had to do it a few times as a buyer. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-27, 05:19:24 (74.134.229.112)
Always received the refund. .......
209: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Very first impressions, Music Hall MMF 1.5 Turntable. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-17, 06:09:52 (74.134.229.112)
My impressions exactly. It's in my bedroom system and a feel no need for anything more. .......
210: General Asylum, RE: " Bose has done more to ruin the industry than any other entity"... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-16, 09:16:22 (74.134.229.112)
Agreed. The high end has done it to themselves. .......
211: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Just ordered the 1.5. Already have the LP Gear Carbon stylus upgrade for the supplied cart. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-14, 14:14:04 (74.134.229.112)
I have it with the Carbon stylus. It's a pretty good combo. .......
212: General Asylum, "Same deal with RTR is quite possible isn't it?" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-13, 13:50:25 (74.134.229.112)
Dare to dream but no. .......
213: General Asylum, No, it won't. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2020-01-13, 02:34:52 (74.134.229.112)
Never was "big" to begin with. R2R is the best recorded sound I've ever heard but was always a niche consumer technology. .......
214: Computer Audio Asylum, Thanks for all the responses. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-30, 16:10:35 (74.134.229.112)
I have no interest in the streaming ultimate. As I said, what I'm now hearing is pretty good and, when listening in my cars, it's better sound than my satellite radio. I'm willing to spend a little fo .......
215: Planar Speaker Asylum, Agreed. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-30, 11:09:33 (74.134.229.112)
I'm very happy with them. I have owned multiple Mye stands and respect Grant. The price on the Riser is attractive and I like the way they look. .......
216: Computer Audio Asylum, Tidal Novice (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-30, 10:52:50 (74.134.229.112)
Last month I asked for the most economical way to stream Tidal to my main system. I appreciate the responses I received. I'm currently using my Samsung Galaxy S7 to a $13 Bluetooth receiver connected .......
217: Computer Audio Asylum, Found this for $13 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-27, 09:54:31 (74.134.229.112)
Sounds surprisingly good streaming Tidal from my Galaxy 7 smartphone .......
218: Vinyl Asylum, I love the original. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-09, 03:06:14 (74.134.229.112)
I have multiple copies. Any idea how the reissue compares? .......
219: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: LRS Stock Stand Tilted back - (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-07, 15:44:02 (74.134.229.112)
I use the Magna Riser which gets them straight and several inche off the floor. Interestingly, spikes are not recommended. .......
220: Speaker Asylum, RE: anyone thinking of jumping to the LRS for $650 ? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-03, 09:03:55 (74.134.229.112)
I still have them. Top to bottom they are better but the LRS is something special. .......
221: Speaker Asylum, RE: anyone thinking of jumping to the LRS for $650 ? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-03, 02:53:16 (74.134.229.112)
I've had a pair for several months. They are very good. .......
222: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Anybody seen the 'Touch of Modern' commercial w/turntable? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-12-01, 06:17:58 (74.134.229.112)
It exists. I would love to see and hear it. May be too pricey to be successful. .......
223: Vinyl Asylum, RE: SOTA Comet vs THorens TD125? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-26, 03:43:22 (74.134.229.112)
I've owned both tables and the SME. Don't know the Unitrac. I really liked the Thorens. .......
224: Computer Audio Asylum, Most economical way to stream Tidal through my stereo system? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-24, 04:35:01 (74.134.229.112)
Suggestions? Thanks for any guidance. .......
225: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Hmm, apparently your gob is easily smacked. nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-23, 15:23:32 (74.134.229.112)
LOL .......
226: Vinyl Asylum, Mag-Level Turntable (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-13, 12:32:42 (74.134.229.112)
Anyone audition or purchased? .......
227: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Carpenters "Superstar" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-08, 06:06:35 (74.134.229.112)
That was a huge record. Not my favorite but liked it. I still play their Horizon album often. .......
228: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Sometimes, mono versions of these 1960s pop albums are better. (n/t) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-07, 05:09:49 (74.134.229.112)
I agree. I will be playing this one in mono. .......
229: Films/DVD Asylum, My favorite all-time film. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-07, 02:51:15 (74.134.229.112)
I've seen it more than any other and can quote most of the dialogue from memory. Why? I don't know. Opinions differ. For example, I find Lawrence Of Arabia excruciatingly boring. .......
230: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Must have been a "Rainy Night in Georgia" ;8^) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-06, 11:17:42 (74.134.229.112)
No. This album was much earlier. .......
231: Vinyl Asylum, Brook Benton, Endlessly, 1959, Mercury SR 60146 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-06, 07:36:54 (74.134.229.112)
Lovely album. Nice stereo spread except Brook is stuck in the left speaker. Why? .......
232: Vinyl Asylum, RE: alignment question (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-11-02, 13:36:40 (74.134.229.112)
Yes. It is highly unlikely the alignment is the same. .......
233: Vinyl Asylum, RE: SOTA Comet: Rewire Rega OEM Tonearm or Buy New? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-23, 13:52:07 (74.134.229.112)
300 is probably the largest selling tonearm in history. Not a giant killer but excellent. I don't know the new arms so would go for the rewire. .......
234: Vinyl Asylum, I try to never do that. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-21, 09:33:49 (74.134.229.112)
I don't recognize that old man in the mirror. .......
235: Cable Asylum, Replacement banana plugs (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-21, 05:36:31 (74.134.229.112)
2 banana plugs were broken on my Discovery 1-2-3 speaker cables. I ordered these from Amazon. I was a bit concerned that they have crimp connections versus solder. I was surprised to find the factory .......
236: Vinyl Asylum, RE: It's pretty obvious they weren't competitive with regard to price... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-17, 02:37:50 (74.134.229.112)
I don't know, John. They were around a long time. It may be something else. I prefer online to brick and mortar if I know what I'm buying. They did provide provide good service. Unhappy to see another .......
237: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: The 1st used pair of LRS! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-16, 05:04:31 (74.134.229.112)
$500 plus shipping is a fair price. My delivered price was $715. If I didn't already have the LRS I would offer to buy them. .......
238: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Sometimes. But between the old B&O automatic and the Alexa 3-piece system (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-16, 03:33:32 (74.134.229.112)
My grandson has my Fluance. Music Hall 1.5 in the bedroom and restored Dual 721 in my main system. .......
239: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Gavemy Niece Kathy in Florida my SL-1600 MK2 after her deck died. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-15, 12:26:24 (74.134.229.112)
Nice. Miss it? .......
240: Vinyl Asylum, RE: NeedleDoctor Closed (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-15, 07:27:45 (74.134.229.112)
Sorry to hear. Good site. .......
241: Inmate Central, human contribution which apparently is a small frantion of natural? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-11, 10:31:58 (74.134.229.112)
Really? Source? .......
242: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: 'Joker': Somebody wants an Oscar . . . (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-05, 04:38:26 (74.134.229.112)
My 13 year old grandson wants to see it. Good or bad idea? .......
243: General Asylum, RE: Is there any competitor to XM Radio ? .................... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-04, 15:38:34 (74.134.229.112)
I negotiate my price with each renewal. I regularly pay half their listed price. .......
244: Vinyl Asylum, RE: CD to Vinyl (Commercial) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-04, 15:09:21 (74.134.229.112)
Agreed. It doesn't matter. .......
245: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So again, why buy the LP? I t will sound no better, and maybe worse....nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-03, 13:17:47 (74.134.229.112)
Finally!!! :-) .......
246: Vinyl Asylum, RE: CD to Vinyl (Commercial) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-03, 13:12:33 (74.134.229.112)
As I posted on another thread one has to listen. To make an absolute proclamation that the vinyl can't sound better is meaningless. .......
247: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So again, why buy the LP? I t will sound no better, and maybe worse....nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-03, 06:12:49 (74.134.229.112)
So what? .......
248: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So again, why buy the LP? I t will sound no better, and maybe worse....nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-03, 03:53:57 (74.134.229.112)
You need a blind test to know which sounds better to your ears? For me, that's all that matters. .......
249: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So again, why buy the LP? I t will sound no better, and maybe worse....nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-02, 03:37:49 (74.134.229.112)
If it sounds better it is better qualitatively. It's all in the listening. If it doesn't sound better to you, don't buy it. .......
250: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So again, why buy the LP? I t will sound no better, and maybe worse....nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-02, 03:14:47 (74.134.229.112)
Some do sound better. Listening is required to know which ones. .......
251: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Ping John Elison (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-10-01, 04:09:05 (74.134.229.112)
John is a music lover with an engineer's mind. Agree or disagree I always find his observations enlightening. .......
252: Speaker Asylum, RE: Vandy 1C (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-26, 07:29:21 (74.134.229.112)
They are certainly worth the price and a bargain. .......
253: Speaker Asylum, RE: Vandy 1C (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-26, 04:43:40 (74.134.229.112)
It's a good, not great, speaker. I've owned many Vandersteens. I feel they sound better with lots of solidstate power. I've never cared for them with tubes other than expensive high powered amps. This .......
254: Video Asylum, RE: Roku, Firestick or ??? ........................... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-24, 02:46:04 (74.134.229.112)
I own both. I prefer the Firestick for its' interface. Not much wrong with either. .......
255: Vinyl Asylum, RE: vinyl reissues of digital source (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-17, 14:48:12 (74.134.229.112)
It depends. Some are better. Some are not. .......
256: Vinyl Asylum, " It started the whole fusion/jazz rock movement of the 1970s." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-17, 03:47:21 (74.134.229.112)
It did and I detest Bitches Brew to this day. :-) .......
257: Vinyl Asylum, For country fans, Tanya Tucker's new album is killer. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-15, 08:47:32 (74.134.229.112)
I bought the VinyMePlease version. Excellent sound and pressing. .......
258: Films/DVD Asylum, I liked it better than you did but agree with your observations. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-10, 03:41:48 (74.134.229.112)
BR was a better film with much stronger performances. The muddled timeline was the most irritating flaw for me. .......
259: General Asylum, "I can ship a 30lb component from the east coast to the west coast at a cost of about $35." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-09, 05:27:51 (74.134.229.112)
Really? I shipped a 55 pound amp from Louisville to Pasadena with $1200 insurance. It was $115.80 via Fedex. I no longer bother with UPS stores. Their rates are ridiculous. .......
260: Vinyl Asylum, Because some of those digital transfer to vinyl....... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-07, 04:13:05 (74.134.229.112)
sound pretty darn good and better their CD counterparts. .......
261: Critic's Corner, RE: Stereophile Subscription, I'm Fuming (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-09-05, 02:19:57 (74.134.229.112)
I've subscribed for that long and longer. I throw them out when I'm finished with them. Not surprising that John came to the rescue. .......
262: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I hop I'm just breathing at 90. ;8^) /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-30, 06:34:28 (74.134.229.112)
Had a colonoscopy Monday. Told I won't need another for five years. I would be 73 and please to make it to have another. :-) .......
263: Vinyl Asylum, RE: What's spinning this morning? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-30, 04:47:49 (74.134.229.112)
Chuck Berry's last album. He was 90 and still rocking. .......
264: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Stacey Kent - Close Your Eyes : A bargain in more ways than one (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-23, 04:47:53 (74.134.229.112)
Never heard of her but took your recommendation on face value. .......
265: Vinyl Asylum, I love vinyl but..... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-18, 08:45:47 (74.134.229.112)
gonna take a lot of lipstick to make that pig look good. In my house it would be gone 5 minutes after my wife saw it. .......
266: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Used 1.6 Vs. LRS (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-18, 03:45:31 (74.134.229.112)
I've owned all three. All good but I give the nod to the LRS. .......
267: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Dylan Blood On the Tracks One-Step has arrived! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-17, 15:14:22 (74.134.229.112)
My mileage must vary. I love this album and have since its' release. :-) .......
268: Inmate Central, A situation of pot versus kettle? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-17, 15:01:53 (74.134.229.112)
What a bitch. .......
269: Vinyl Asylum, RE: KL Audio to stop making Ultrasonic Cleaners (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-17, 14:58:47 (74.134.229.112)
Retail $4000? That would make dealer cost $2400 and manufacturing cost no more than $1200 and they weren't profitable. Probably not much wiggle room unless they can reduce manufacturing cost. ::: TOP .......
270: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Used 1.6 Vs. LRS (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-16, 12:12:39 (74.134.229.112)
I own the LRS and have owned the 1.6. The 1.6 will go lower but, overall, I lean toward the LRS. .......
271: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Technics 1200 Mk2 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-14, 05:18:17 (74.134.229.112)
Good table. Surprisingly good arm. Live with it stock for awhile. You may find it floats your boat as is. John's recommendations are good ones. .......
272: Vinyl Asylum, Passing the torch. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-14, 03:57:42 (74.134.229.112)
Set up my 13 year old grandson with his first turntable yesterday. Vinyl will endure. :-) .......
273: Vinyl Asylum, Grace (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-14, 03:54:12 (74.134.229.112)
I have two of them and like them fine but my listening is mostly limited to the Los Angeles stations (KKJZ (formerly KLON), KUSC, KLOS, etc.) that I was listening to 40 years ago. .......
274: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Vanessa Fernandez - "I Want You" album (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-13, 08:11:22 (74.134.229.112)
I had read a review. I bet it is but $55.....damn! .......
275: Vinyl Asylum, Lusted for this table in the 70s. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-08-07, 09:58:36 (74.134.229.112)
At $400 it was beyond my means. Now that I'm 68 this may well be my last table. Just back from Fix My Dual restoration and playing beautifully. My total investment is that $400 but at 2019 prices. .......
276: Films/DVD Asylum, Just saw it. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-30, 13:27:37 (173.16.39.53)
Liked it and it looked great and captured SoCal fifty years ago. I like Tarantino films and his "creative" handling of history. .......
277: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Does upgrading a table make a big difference? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-26, 11:47:02 (173.16.39.53)
Usually not as much as one would expect or hope. .......
278: Films/DVD Asylum, Oh, please! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-17, 13:34:12 (74.134.229.112)
This liberal has enjoyed the film sine I few saw it in 1969. Not my favorite, that's Casablanca, but I sure like it. .......
279: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: The unfogivable has happened . . . (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-14, 15:28:45 (74.134.229.112)
I love it! What next, a black cartoon mermaid? I do believe I can find it in my heart to forgive them. LOL .......
280: Speaker Asylum, RE: Do you spot them in the pics I provided? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-12, 04:55:04 (74.134.229.112)
Perhaps it was the lighting. I can see the tweeters from my listening chair. .......
281: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Wendell, it looks like it says 'P8" in the plastic. P8E? Nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-11, 12:12:52 (74.134.229.112)
Well, duh. Thanks. .......
282: Vinyl Asylum, Cartridge ID Help Needed (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-11, 11:53:35 (74.134.229.112)
It's an AKG cartridge and I believe a P7E but not sure. Anyone know? .......
283: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Magnepan LRS with poor recordings? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-11, 07:52:31 (74.134.229.112)
My SWAG is the LRS was simply exposing the recording. .......
284: Speaker Asylum, "it made me feel better that my DIY transmission line speakers" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-10, 10:21:33 (74.134.229.112)
Sounds reasonable. I like the LRS quite a bit but haven't given up on my Triton 7 which I know are a great speaker. .......
285: Speaker Asylum, "Dull and uninvolving." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-09, 15:12:08 (74.134.229.112)
Couldn't disagree more. .......
286: Vinyl Asylum, RE: amari tables flash sale - scam or best deal ever? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-09, 09:21:13 (74.134.229.112)
Hey! If it arrives you'll have the last laugh. .......
287: Planar Speaker Asylum, The 7 is/was their entry level speaker. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-06, 07:37:02 (74.134.229.112)
Retail is $1400. My room is 13/20/8 with carpet over concrete and Room Tunes treatments. They image great and the bass is substantial. I haven't heard any better at the price point but I haven't looke .......
288: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Owned two RT-81s. Never any speed issues. Wendell has not had any either. /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-05, 05:22:50 (74.134.229.112)
So far, mine has worked flawlessly. .......
289: Planar Speaker Asylum, FWIW, Magnepan LRS versus Golden Ear Triton 7 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-07-04, 07:01:05 (74.134.229.112)
I own both. The LRS bass can't compare with the Triton 7. Top to bottom the 7 is a more complete speaker. Midrange of both is is excellent. 7 seems to be more extended on the high end. The LRS is stil .......
290: Vinyl Asylum, The Traveling Wilburys Box (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-30, 08:13:07 (74.134.229.112)
Wanted this for awhile but delayed because of the price. Music Direct had it on sale for $80 so I took the bait. Beautiful package, great music. .......
291: Vinyl Asylum, RE: This one? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-28, 14:13:24 (74.134.229.112)
Yes .......
292: Vinyl Asylum, Doris Day and Andre Previn Duet (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-28, 08:51:23 (74.134.229.112)
I bought after it was discussed here. Great record. Andre is on the left and Doris is on the right with bass and drums in the center so not as destracting as hard panning. I wonder how the mono sounds .......
293: General Asylum, RE: How much is this set really worth? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-28, 03:53:11 (74.134.229.112)
They are worth whatever someone is willing to pay. .......
294: Vinyl Asylum, RE: those look nice! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-24, 08:47:39 (74.134.229.112)
I have one in my bedroom system and have no desire or feel the need to spend more. I bought on Henry's (Opus) recommendation and completely agree with his assessment. .......
295: Vinyl Asylum, RE: those look nice! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-24, 08:35:05 (74.134.229.112)
They do and the table is remarkably good. .......
296: Vinyl Asylum, RE: $250 table (new or used)? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-24, 03:30:53 (74.134.229.112)
Fluance .......
297: Vinyl Asylum, RE: It took 25 years and worth the wait. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-21, 15:33:31 (74.134.229.112)
From YepRoc. I ordered on April 18 and I received today. .......
298: Vinyl Asylum, It took 25 years and worth the wait. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-21, 14:52:12 (74.134.229.112)
Dave Alvin's King Of California is on vinyl and in the house. Double LP with gate fold cover. 180 gram pressing is pristine and sound is wonderful. Remastered by Chris Bellman and Bernie Grundman. One .......
299: Vinyl Asylum, RE: clarification (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-19, 06:03:49 (74.134.229.112)
I bought it when first released. Good music but quite compressed. I have never heard the CD. .......
300: General Asylum, Simple answer is he can't. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-10, 11:49:19 (74.134.229.112)
Just the humble view of a skeptic. .......
301: Speaker Asylum, RE: Received my Monolith 10" sub. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-08, 07:41:17 (74.134.229.112)
Just added a Martin Logan 10 inch to my LRS speakers. Don't have it dialed in but like what I'm hearing. .......
302: Planar Speaker Asylum, "how much of a price bump you and many others will tolerate" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-07, 15:43:00 (74.134.229.112)
I've had mine for a month so I can tolerate any price increase. :-) .......
303: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The Analogue Productions re-issue (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-06-01, 04:30:00 (74.134.229.112)
It really is. My favorite pressing of this LP. .......
304: Planar Speaker Asylum, I'm impressed with mine. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-29, 05:32:04 (74.134.229.112)
I'm crossing them at 50 but not settled yet. I'm going to keep them so I've ordered a pair of Magna Riser stands for them. .......
305: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Oh, yeah... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-19, 04:24:16 (74.134.229.112)
At our ages I wonder how much of the highs we can still hear. :-) .......
306: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I hate to ask, but which pressing? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-19, 04:09:19 (74.134.229.112)
And you wonder why they can releasing the same titles? :-) .......
307: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Status of LRS shipment (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-18, 09:24:25 (74.134.229.112)
Call them to place your order. .......
308: Vinyl Asylum, RE: How many reissued of "Blood" does this make? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-17, 07:40:51 (74.134.229.112)
Too many but I get it. It's good business to focus on the really popular. Less well known titles wlll probably not generate the sales needed to make the effort profitable. .......
309: General Asylum, RE: What will happen to Audio prices (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-13, 04:02:06 (74.134.229.112)
Not likely. This tariff war is temporary and manufacturing start up takes time. .......
310: Vinyl Asylum, RE: White vpi super prime scout... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-08, 03:35:04 (74.134.229.112)
Parasound JC3+. Best I ever heard or owned. .......
311: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I would go with the SL-1210 mk2. )MT( (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-07, 09:00:30 (74.134.229.112)
I would go with the Technics. .......
312: Inmate Central, Surely, you jest! :-) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-05-01, 05:22:53 (74.134.229.112)
You expect Americans to adjust to another language! To Americans, the bible was written in English. LOL .......
313: Planar Speaker Asylum, I've had mine for a couple of weeks. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-29, 13:10:34 (74.134.229.112)
Just listening with no attempt to critically evaluate yet. .......
314: General Asylum, 'every tube amp I've ever used blew up.' (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-28, 06:13:57 (74.134.229.112)
Operation error? :-) I never had tube amp blow up including Dynaco. .......
315: Vinyl Asylum, What a great singer! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-28, 05:42:09 (74.134.229.112)
Gone much too soon because of drugs. .......
316: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: As would I! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-26, 07:18:20 (74.134.229.112)
I understand the LRS has the same measurements as the MMG for stands. .......
317: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Over the years I've owned Mye stands twice. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-26, 06:49:59 (74.134.229.112)
Great product! Always interested but I have a limit on what I will spend for a $650 speaker to improve its' performance. Absolutely no slam on the quality of your stands. .......
318: Planar Speaker Asylum, Over the years I've owned Mye stands twice. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-26, 06:01:33 (74.134.229.112)
They are excellent and perform as promised. If I keep the LRS I will upgrade the stands but Mye has increased out of my budget. I will buy the Sound Anchors. I have no idea how they compare to Mye but .......
319: Vinyl Asylum, RE: LP Gear: Still in business? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-26, 05:29:04 (74.134.229.112)
I received a stylus a few weeks ago. Shipping was fast. .......
320: Vinyl Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-25, 03:46:03 (74.134.229.112)
IMO, Naked is vastly superior to the Spector production. .......
321: General Asylum, "Schiit Vidar which checks all the Maggie boxes." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 07:03:42 (74.134.229.112)
I have a Vidar and Freya on order. I have no issue with the Black Ice Audio 3502s at the volumes I enjoy. Like the LRS I will take advantage of the Schiit audition period. I buy no expensive gear at t .......
322: Vinyl Asylum, JC3+ was the best I owned or heard. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 06:50:28 (74.134.229.112)
Can't comment on the BAT. .......
323: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Really. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 06:44:23 (74.134.229.112)
My first was Meet The Beatles. At 13 I had no idea there were original UK pressings. .......
324: Films/DVD Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 06:37:12 (74.134.229.112)
Quite good. .......
325: Vinyl Asylum, SP is far from my favorite Beatles LP. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 06:25:12 (74.134.229.112)
I prefer Rubber Soul, Revolver and Abbey Road. Not too fond of the White Album either. Another favorite is Beatles For Sale. .......
326: Vinyl Asylum, RE: so.. I have to ask... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-24, 02:20:37 (74.134.229.112)
I've always preferred the mono but the remixed stereo is very good. .......
327: Vinyl Asylum, Sgt. Pepper (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-23, 05:32:54 (74.134.229.112)
I have the 2014 mono box and Sgt. Pepper is excellent. I also the recently remixed stereo version and love it. .......
328: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I don't have to go far to do that stumbling... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 13:25:50 (74.134.229.112)
Mono!!! Glorious Mono!!!! LOL .......
329: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Please post opinion as you can (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 11:54:32 (74.134.229.112)
I own Golden Ear Triton 7s and have since their first year of release. Fabulous! .......
330: Vinyl Asylum, RE: NT Thanks for the scoop (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 05:58:50 (74.134.229.112)
The announcement I received. .......
331: Vinyl Asylum, RE: King Of California by Dave Alvin (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 04:46:35 (74.134.229.112)
Craft Recordings. Double LP. $29.99. Remastered. Also being released on CD. .......
332: Planar Speaker Asylum, That reflects what I'm hearing with mine. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 04:44:18 (74.134.229.112)
I've done no tweaking or played with positioning. Just placed them where my other speakers were and started listening. They seem to be getting smoother and deeper with time. May be deluding myself. Ti .......
333: Vinyl Asylum, King Of California by Dave Alvin (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-19, 04:06:37 (74.134.229.112)
One of my all-time favorite albums is finally getting a vinyl release for its' 25th anniversary. Oh joy!! .......
334: Vinyl Asylum, I'm happy to take all those pesky mono LPs off your hands. :-) nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-18, 06:49:24 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
335: Vinyl Asylum, I LOVE mono!!!! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-17, 04:04:13 (74.134.229.112)
Just adding balance. :-) .......
336: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Ran them for 8 hours yesterday. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-15, 04:50:16 (74.134.229.112)
Currently, the Black Ice Audio 3502S integrated tubed with 6550s. .......
337: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Ran them for 8 hours yesterday. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-13, 10:12:44 (74.134.229.112)
My plan. For now, just listening. .......
338: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Ran them for 8 hours yesterday. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-13, 07:07:22 (74.134.229.112)
I won't forget. Other than playing with placement I'm not going to do anything else for awhile. .......
339: Films/DVD Asylum, I did as well. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-13, 05:27:56 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
340: Planar Speaker Asylum, Ran them for 8 hours yesterday. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-13, 05:24:04 (74.134.229.112)
Listened to the Vinylmeplease issue of Coal Miners Daughter. Sounded a bit bright. Don't know if it's the speaker or the recording. Bass sounded surprisingly good. .......
341: Planar Speaker Asylum, LRS in the house. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-12, 06:20:23 (74.134.229.112)
Placed them where my Triton 7s have been for years. Pushing music through them now so much too early for opinions. .......
342: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The Wonderful Sounds of Female Vocalists: Revisietd (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-11, 02:52:49 (74.134.229.112)
I'll have to pull my copy out and listen. I only played it once and was not blown away by the sound quality. .......
343: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: When are they shipping? n.t. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-10, 04:01:44 (74.134.229.112)
Mine will be here tomorrow. .......
344: Vinyl Asylum, BTW - I don't know Horace Silver's stuff - favorite releases? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-09, 13:01:43 (74.134.229.112)
My favorite is Song For My Father but all are good. .......
345: General Asylum, Convenience has value. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-07, 11:47:49 (74.134.229.112)
It's a personal decision on how much it is worth to one. .......
346: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: "uninvolving music"..... how ANYONE could refer to THIS.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-07, 03:02:54 (74.134.229.112)
I'm with Victor. I didn't care for the musical performances. Except for Mason, a disappointing film. .......
347: Films/DVD Asylum, Complete agreement. Mason was the best thing in the film. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-02, 15:57:50 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
348: Vinyl Asylum, Pretty efficient in my book. Misrouted to the other side of the world (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-01, 10:34:55 (74.134.229.112)
but ultimately delivered. .......
349: Vinyl Asylum, Thank you for the kind words. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-04-01, 10:27:39 (74.134.229.112)
Most appreciated. .......
350: Planar Speaker Asylum, " Hopefully it also holds up against the competing Elac and Golden Ear models." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-31, 05:21:11 (74.134.229.112)
I've owned Triton 7s since they were released. The best bang for the buck speaker I've heard or owned. They will provide a challenge to the LRS that I have on order. .......
351: Vinyl Asylum, PJ Soles (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-29, 16:40:36 (74.134.229.112)
She died in the original Halloween. .......
352: Planar Speaker Asylum, I've ordered a pair. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-28, 15:06:43 (74.134.229.112)
I may not keep them but the 60 day trial is worth the cost of shipping, to me, anyway. .......
353: Vinyl Asylum, "User $ contributions are just the gravy." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-27, 09:38:42 (74.134.229.112)
Who doesn't like a little gravy? :-) .......
354: Vinyl Asylum, Excellent recommendation. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-27, 08:50:03 (74.134.229.112)
Ordered from Amazon on Monday and received it yesterday. Played it this morning. Wonderful! Also played the new David Crosby. First rate. He doesn't sound like a 76 year old when he sings. ::: TOPIC: .......
355: Vinyl Asylum, How about contributing you cheap bastard! :-) NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-26, 11:53:01 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
356: Vinyl Asylum, Me too! I like it but it's a solution in search of a problem. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-23, 04:24:20 (74.134.229.112)
$325? No. .......
357: Films/DVD Asylum, My favorite film from 2018. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-22, 17:41:45 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
358: Vinyl Asylum, I like it! NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-22, 13:20:21 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
359: Vinyl Asylum, Six months of chemo wore me out. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-21, 00:56:34 (74.134.229.112)
I'm still recovering from its' effects. .......
360: Vinyl Asylum, Not so far. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-19, 13:06:23 (74.134.229.112)
Learned that one can exist with 1/2 a healthy kidney. Need to watch blood pressure which has never been an issue and diabetes which is under solid control. .......
361: Vinyl Asylum, Cancer update (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-19, 05:48:15 (74.134.229.112)
Yesterday I was declared cancer free. No more poking, prodding, cutting or poisoning. No more treatment. I have one less kidney and will have regular CT scans. I've been living with it for the last y .......
362: Films/DVD Asylum, All I know is he nailed Freddie. One of the finest performances I've ever seen. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-18, 10:02:53 (74.134.229.112)
Flamboyant or not. .......
363: General Asylum, Agreed. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-18, 07:56:52 (74.134.229.112)
I have few high dollar components left. My integrated cost $1800 and my speakers $1400. Everything else much cheaper. If I must sell fast I use Audiogon. If not, AA Classifieds work for me. ::: TOPIC .......
364: Vinyl Asylum, Got my copy Saturday but yet to play it. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-18, 07:49:48 (74.134.229.112)
Not sold on vinylmeplease. Most of their titles hold zero interest for me. Canceled once and may again. Shipping is painfully slow. They also held mine and shipped two together. Their quality has been .......
365: Films/DVD Asylum, Like Mortensen a lot but Malek's performance was remarkable. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-18, 07:38:31 (74.134.229.112)
IMO, Oscar well deserved. .......
366: General Asylum, I've had excellent results selling here. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-18, 07:34:08 (74.134.229.112)
Patience helps. .......
367: Digital Drive, Done NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-05, 05:18:45 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
368: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks for the recommendations. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-03, 03:49:35 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
369: Vinyl Asylum, I need to add weight to a Music Hall 1.5 tonearm..... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-03-02, 07:03:40 (74.134.229.112)
.....to use a heavier headshell and cartridge. There is not a heavy counterweight option available from Music Hall. Any and all suggestions are appreciated. .......
370: Digital Drive, Thanks to all for clearing up my ignorance. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-25, 06:11:47 (74.134.229.112)
You all saved me much time of pointless searching. .......
371: General Asylum, Agreed. CD and LP are both excellent. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-24, 15:26:48 (74.134.229.112)
Best I've heard Aqualung sound. .......
372: Digital Drive, John, if you've never heard of it, it may not exist. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-24, 15:24:04 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
373: Digital Drive, SPDIF to USB (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-24, 08:23:19 (74.134.229.112)
I want to connect the SPDIF (RCA) output of a CD player to the the USB input of a DAC. What do I need to accomplish this? Thanks for any help. .......
374: Films/DVD Asylum, Watched Roma this morning (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-23, 10:18:50 (74.134.229.112)
I liked it but doubt I will ever watch it again. .......
375: Vinyl Asylum, Like it the more I listen. A keeper. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-23, 10:10:32 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
376: Vinyl Asylum, Agreed. Glad to have it but buy it for the music and (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-21, 05:15:04 (74.134.229.112)
not to test your system. :-) .......
377: Vinyl Asylum, Linda Ronstadt Live In Hollywood Well.................. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-20, 12:46:49 (74.134.229.112)
Of course, great songs and singing. Sound not so much. I have to crank it up to compensate for the compression. Just my opinion, of course. .......
378: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Tea for the Tillerman German pink rim (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-20, 03:53:55 (74.134.229.112)
I have the AP and it is great. One of my all-time favorite albums. .......
379: Vinyl Asylum, The first 5 came out during my high school and college days. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-15, 05:56:21 (74.134.229.112)
Loved them all. VI came out shortly after I graduated and something was different.....them or me. .......
380: Vinyl Asylum, Loved Chicago through Chicago V and then my interest faded. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-15, 05:20:11 (74.134.229.112)
Still enjoy those early LPs. .......
381: Vinyl Asylum, I must be the only person that likes DCT. :-) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-15, 04:44:05 (74.134.229.112)
I like the second B,S & T better than the first and my favorite is Nuclear Blues. .......
382: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: What is your pick for best picture at the Academy Awards (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-14, 07:01:14 (74.134.229.112)
I only saw BR and GB. BR was the best film I saw last year. GB was excellent. .......
383: Films/DVD Asylum, Interesting list and I didn't see any of them. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-03, 09:57:52 (74.134.229.112)
nt .......
384: Vinyl Asylum, Agree on the pressing quality of The Eclipse Sessions. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-02-01, 07:10:56 (74.134.229.112)
Excellent. Highs may be a little rolled off but that's just a guess as I've heard no other version.. .......
385: Vinyl Asylum, That is the mount Rega makes for their tables. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-29, 11:46:42 (74.134.229.112)
I used it with a P9 and it worked fine. .......
386: General Asylum, RE: Didn't J.C. Penney sell MCS? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-22, 04:15:30 (74.134.229.112)
Me too. I thought it was their house brand. .......
387: Vinyl Asylum, RE: LP counterfeiting plant busted (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-21, 04:01:14 (74.134.229.112)
Kind of like counterfeiting one dollar bills. Not really worth the effort. .......
388: Inmate Central, RE: So we're under a winter storm warning but it's going to be rain. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-19, 08:16:12 (74.134.229.112)
You're a sick man! :-) Louisville is forecast for 1-3 inches with double that on the Indiana side of the Ohio. Going to turn cold tonight. We've had a mild winter, so far. .......
389: Films/DVD Asylum, I liked The Mule and impressed that, at 88, he starred, directed and produced. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-15, 14:36:59 (74.134.229.112)
I'm just a fan and not a sophisticated critic. .......
390: Vinyl Asylum, "It sounds very good." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-15, 11:48:33 (74.134.229.112)
What else matters? :-) .......
391: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Picked up "Guardians of the Galaxy" today. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-15, 10:25:58 (74.134.229.112)
My 12 year old grandson has it and is expecting me to buy him a turntable.:-) .......
392: Vinyl Asylum, Ordered a stylus from LPGear on Friday. It arrived yesterday. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-15, 07:22:01 (74.134.229.112)
It was a cheap one and no special shipping. Not bad at all from Las Vegas to Louisville. .......
393: Rocky Road, Exactly. What's the point. The music stands by itself. NT (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-15, 07:14:42 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
394: Rocky Road, RE: What do you think about Led Zeppelin? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-14, 03:29:21 (74.134.229.112)
My favorite band in 1969 and today. .......
395: Critic's Corner, Due to illness my system has been downsized to quite modest components. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-11, 04:57:48 (74.134.229.112)
I did not want my wife stuck with expensive gear she wouldn't use or know how to dispose of properly. My modest system still provides enjoyment and I listen to vinyl regularly. All this to say, I was .......
396: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Electronically Re-Channeled to Simulate Stereo" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-10, 04:17:46 (74.134.229.112)
I much prefer mono to that hard left and right "stereo" which also plagued the early beatles albums. There is nothing realistic about it. .......
397: Rocky Road, CCR (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-09, 05:15:37 (74.134.229.112)
Can't think of a more "American" band. .......
398: General Asylum, RE: Regarding Queen and "Bohemian Rhapsody" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-05, 06:32:47 (74.134.229.112)
Love the band and the song. Impressed with Brian's accomplishments. .......
399: Films/DVD Asylum, A Star Is Born (1954) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-03, 04:55:24 (74.134.229.112)
Watching it for the first time. Were the still pictures in the original cut or part of a restoration? Anyone know> .......
400: General Asylum, RE: I'll never forgive them for "Muskrat Love." nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-03, 04:10:28 (74.134.229.112)
That was pretty bad but you take it more seriously than I do It's just a song. :-) .......
401: General Asylum, RE: What, no RIP for Daryl Dragon? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-03, 03:51:03 (74.134.229.112)
They were good pop songs. Not my favorite. Toni is/was a good singer. .......
402: General Asylum, RE: Congratulations To John Curl! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2019-01-02, 06:21:04 (74.134.229.112)
Best phono stage I ever heard or owned was John's design, the Parasound JC-3+. .......
403: Films/DVD Asylum, Limited run to qualify for Oscar. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-30, 14:53:23 (74.134.229.112)
Docs don't get long runs because it is believed they don't make money. .......
404: Inmate Central, RE: If I lived in San Fransisco, no way... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-30, 06:38:50 (74.134.229.112)
Spent a lot of time in San Francisco during my working days. My favorite city. Just couldn't afford to live there. .......
405: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Another table? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-30, 06:16:08 (74.134.229.112)
I wouldn't but check out the Music Hall 1.5. It's a $400 bargain and will play 78s. .......
406: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Could someone explain the one hour warm up of vinyl playback? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-29, 06:03:25 (74.134.229.112)
I've never had a good handle on warm up or break in. Are they real or do I simply adjust to the sound? No idea. .......
407: Vinyl Asylum, Received the 4 LP set. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-29, 04:51:56 (74.134.229.112)
Very nice package. I've only listened to the first record. Excellent. .......
408: Films/DVD Asylum, trailer for a new Godzilla movie (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-28, 18:19:18 (74.134.229.112)
Saw that trailer before The Mule today (good film). My initial impression is that total blackness is the only way to salvage Godzilla. .......
409: Vintage Asylum, RE: I remember lusting for the SX-1010 in the 70s. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-25, 06:45:19 (74.134.229.112)
In 1974 I was 23. Headbanging was the order of the day. .......
410: Vintage Asylum, I remember lusting for the SX-1010 in the 70s. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-24, 04:46:11 (74.134.229.112)
At $699 it was beyond my financial reach as I was making $160 a week back then. .......
411: Vinyl Asylum, Got if for less than $37 delivered from an Amazon (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-21, 05:44:09 (74.134.229.112)
Had some points and got it for even less. Thanks for the heads up. .......
412: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Uwe ebony body DL-103 (SS elliptical retipped) /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-19, 07:55:22 (74.134.229.112)
I have not used the one I bought from you. These two table/arms I now use would, I believe, a poor match for it. .......
413: Critic's Corner, Have you tried calling their subscription department? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-19, 05:09:59 (74.134.229.112)
If so, did they refuse to extend your subscription.? .......
414: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Tunnel of Love" is pretty damned good, mastered by Bob Ludwig (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-18, 07:54:56 (74.134.229.112)
I suspect the strength of Greetings is there wasn't a large recording budget and unlimited time to screw it up. .......
415: Vinyl Asylum, "Greetings From Asbury Park" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-18, 07:46:42 (74.134.229.112)
Always considered it the best sounding Bruce album. Best being relative. .......
416: Whiner's Woad, RE: Nest of Vipers (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-17, 03:12:55 (74.134.229.112)
Why do you have two accounts? .......
417: Speaker Asylum, RE: JBL L100 Anyone hear them? Whatnwere your thoughts ? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-14, 05:37:34 (74.134.229.112)
Back in the day that was the go to speaker for rock. Even then I couldn't afford them. Haven't heard the new ones and, considering their price, I never will. .......
418: General Asylum, You old codger! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-12, 15:52:37 (74.134.229.112)
I liked Queen forty years ago and still do today. I think they have a great catalog and I'm also an old codger. :-) .......
419: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I love the mono box and find it superior to the stereo box. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-12, 12:25:22 (74.134.229.112)
If that's the latest, yes. Didn't care for the stereo at all. Love the mono box. .......
420: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I love the mono box and find it superior to the stereo box. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-12, 12:19:43 (74.134.229.112)
Don't know. The 50th Anniversary reissue of SPLHCB is great. To my ears. of course. .......
421: Vinyl Asylum, I love the mono box and find it superior to the stereo box. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-12, 11:56:59 (74.134.229.112)
None of the mono's sound murky to me. .......
422: Vinyl Asylum, "Then you might as well throw in the towel right now." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-10, 05:08:28 (74.134.229.112)
Henry is pointing out reality. Price is whatever the market says it is. Doesn't impact me because I won't buy them. I doubt he is big enough to move the market. Do you have data suggesting he is? ::: .......
423: Vinyl Asylum, RE: The price-gouging has to stop! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-10, 01:17:36 (74.134.229.112)
This ship has sailed. Tom Port carved out a market twenty years ago that works for him. I don't buy it or his records. Haven't looked at his site in years. .......
424: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Wendell did you mean to ask how many masters can be sourced FROM a single lacquer? n/t (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-08, 03:41:33 (74.134.229.112)
Yes. Thanks. .......
425: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Pro-ject Carbon vs Rega Planar 1 and the cartridge/tonearm issue (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-07, 07:15:52 (74.134.229.112)
Never cared for Project arms. Always found Rega arms to be superior. I've never compared the two but the opinion doesn't surprise me. I don't know the Rega cartridge but I own a couple of Reds. They a .......
426: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Serious tape nuts are appalled at the very thought :-) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-07, 07:13:18 (74.134.229.112)
Digitizing them doesn't destroy them. Just how many times can they be used to press new vinyl. Are there enough safety masters to be used? I have heard 15IPS safety and with the exception of masters I .......
427: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks. Mother is what I meant, mother. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-07, 03:06:15 (74.134.229.112)
In my dusty memory I thought a lacquer could only be used once for its' intended purpose. .......
428: Vinyl Asylum, I've heard multiple needle drops transferred to CD. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-07, 02:21:16 (74.134.229.112)
The results were consistently good and, to my ears, superior to the corresponding original CD. .......
429: Vinyl Asylum, Ted, how many masters can be sourced for a single lacquer? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-07, 01:52:12 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
430: Vinyl Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-06, 15:08:25 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
431: Vinyl Asylum, The LP is already at least one step down from the original master tape. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-06, 14:04:18 (74.134.229.112)
A 3D copy? Maybe. I doubt it but who knows? .......
432: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Does it make sense to digitize master tapes? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-06, 13:49:24 (74.134.229.112)
The tapes will turn to dust. What's the alternative? Digital improvements have been real. I prefer analog but want the music to last. .......
433: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Does it make sense to digitize master tapes? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-06, 13:23:57 (74.134.229.112)
I thought the Beatles catalog had been digitized. No? IMO, all master tapes should be digitized. Better high quality digital than nothing. .......
434: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: The National Board of Review has their (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-06, 05:10:01 (74.134.229.112)
Green Book and Bohemian Rhapsody for the best films I've seen this year. .......
435: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Selecting the thickness of outer sleeve (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-04, 13:12:06 (74.134.229.112)
I use 2.5 clear and have for years. .......
436: Vinyl Asylum, RE: If they can afford it...VPI Prime (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-04, 05:22:28 (74.134.229.112)
Based on the rest of their system the Prime is a good choice. I've owned more expensive tables but never had a better one in my system. .......
437: Films/DVD Asylum, I was disappointed. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-12-03, 17:41:17 (74.134.229.112)
Based on the reviews I expected it to be better and I thought the ending wqs rushed. It was OK but................... .......
438: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Thorens TD166 speed accuracy questions (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-30, 05:38:15 (74.134.229.112)
+1 OEM belts are critical. .......
439: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Question for those with more than one turntable. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-25, 09:05:00 (74.134.229.112)
I went from 7 to 2. One in the my music room and one in my bedroom. I no longer have audiophile tables. Play them both. Bought both new ($400 and $250), enjoy them both and don't miss my VPI Prime as .......
440: Vinyl Asylum, RE: SUT vs new Phonostage (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-25, 08:48:52 (74.134.229.112)
Herron is great. Bob Devices for the SUT. Good luck. .......
441: Vinyl Asylum, RE: For those who purchased the 50th anniversary White Album, the t-shirt is now available. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-25, 04:56:54 (74.134.229.112)
LOL .......
442: Vinyl Asylum, You too, my friend. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-23, 10:07:58 (74.134.229.112)
I understand that we have to deal with it for their rest of our lives. I can deal with that as long as I can keep it at bay. .......
443: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You doing OK? /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-23, 05:06:20 (74.134.229.112)
Pretty good. Sore throat this morning after spending the day in a house full of kids. I've avoided illness during treatment which is critical with my compromised immune system. Had my 10th of 12 treat .......
444: General Asylum, It's impressive. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-23, 04:46:28 (74.134.229.112)
Must have cost them a fortune to print. .......
445: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Anybody going out for RSD? I will, but not for RSD stuff. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-23, 04:23:26 (74.134.229.112)
Not up to it. I did order the Hank Williams 45 first recordings from an ebay seller. .......
446: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Got the Kirmuss (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-22, 07:16:53 (74.134.229.112)
I'm interested in your experience and impressions. His regimen seems excessive. .......
447: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I don't think so! It costs about $4000 to get a good one. /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-20, 02:55:40 (74.134.229.112)
LOL .......
448: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I only spun the new 50th anniversary Beatles White album once... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-18, 03:29:19 (74.134.229.112)
That's a pretty good analysis for once through the album. Don't know if I agree and don't care enough about the album to go through it track by track. I do enjoy the Esher demos. .......
449: Vinyl Asylum, RE: R.I.P. Roy Clark. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-15, 12:12:52 (74.134.229.112)
The Tip Of My Fingers, Yesterday, When I Was Young, his version of The Great Pretender and Thank God And Greyhound You're Gone. Amazing musician, singer and funny as hell. .......
450: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Forgotten but classic C&W.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-13, 05:39:32 (74.134.229.112)
Tragic figure. Alcohol, drugs and suicide. Quite a talent. .......
451: Vinyl Asylum, Opinions differ. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-13, 04:39:04 (74.134.229.112)
I suspect the majority agree with you. .......
452: Vinyl Asylum, How dare you disagree with me! :-) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-13, 03:37:31 (74.134.229.112)
I think it is a disjointed mess. I do enjoy the Esher demos which I had never heard. The remastering is good. If I never heard Rocky Raccoon, Bungalow Bill or Revolution #9 again I could live without .......
453: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Hey, Guys, the record is called "The Beatles" (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-12, 15:38:39 (74.134.229.112)
I could find 15 to cut without too much trouble. .......
454: Vinyl Asylum, White Album 50th (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-12, 06:44:44 (74.134.229.112)
Got the CDs from Amazon. Enjoy the Esher Demos. Didn't want to spring for the 4 LP set to get them. My opinion of the record hasn't changed in 50 years. Some really good songs and some dreck. Not real .......
455: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I've owned both over the years. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-09, 13:17:13 (74.134.229.112)
It was a long, long time ago for the Hafler (1980?) and the Transcendent several years ago. I would surprised if the Transcendent isn't quieter but better? .......
456: Critic's Corner, RE: Wouldn't blame if you did stay away (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-09, 12:44:11 (74.134.229.112)
Me either but I doubt John is intimidated by the crew that hangs out here. .......
457: Films/DVD Asylum, Clair and I saw Bohemian Rhapsody this morning. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-09, 10:30:31 (74.134.229.112)
Best film I've seen in a long, long time. The music speaks for itself. The performances were wonderful. If you're a Queen fan it's a can't miss. If not, I will be surprised if you don't like it. ::: .......
458: Inmate Central, RE: No stop motion, no processing, no close mono miking, and MANY years of experience (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-08, 06:39:59 (74.134.229.112)
Which recording? .......
459: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Oops. That 8 GB. nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-03, 10:37:30 (74.134.229.112)
Reminded me of my first 8088 machine from the 80s. :-) .......
460: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I'm sure there's somebody here familiar with Audacity. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-03, 10:31:44 (74.134.229.112)
8 meg? I don't know the Mac world but 8 meg? .......
461: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Jeez, there's apparently no limit to prices for cartridges. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-11-03, 04:41:51 (74.134.229.112)
My guess is that few, if any, have been sold and none at list price. .......
462: Vinyl Asylum, I know enough to respect your opinions. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-31, 07:18:49 (74.134.229.112)
That being said I've never used silicone damping in fifty years of turntable ownership. What should I have heard not having it? .......
463: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I suppose you're going to tell me that you are still married too. ;^). nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-30, 09:49:13 (74.134.229.112)
36 years in December. :-) .......
464: Shady Lane, RE: Going on seven weeks now since my initial call to LGA about my TV issue and still no resolutiion (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-30, 06:44:00 (74.134.229.112)
LG OLED was to be my next TV purchase. Now, not so sure. .......
465: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You mean you guys don't have to bring your stuff in the back door and into the basement? nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-29, 04:46:03 (74.134.229.112)
No, I'm an adult. :-) .......
466: Vinyl Asylum, Eat the cake, drink the wine and buy a new table just because. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-28, 15:41:13 (74.134.229.112)
:-) .......
467: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Walmart (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-27, 10:38:16 (74.134.229.112)
Read the history of what they did to suppliers, manufacturers and Main Street. Their employee handbook used to contain instructions for getting welfare because of the slave wages they paid. Shop where .......
468: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Ebay and Walmart, beneath many of us (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 12:36:07 (74.134.229.112)
I detest Walmart's business and employment practices and try to never shop there. Just my two cents. .......
469: Vinyl Asylum, RE: it's Ebay.. 'nuff said Mate. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 10:29:49 (74.134.229.112)
Fortunately, after 20 years and a couple of thousand transactions I've had a good experience with ebay. I would rate at 99% satisfactory. There have been a few bad experiences but not many. ::: TOPIC .......
470: Radio Road, It happens. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 05:22:19 (74.134.229.112)
I've shipped a bunch over the years and know how to pack. That includes a lot of turntables without incident. I sold a completely restored Dual 1219 and it was trashed. The buyer was livid. I didn't b .......
471: Vinyl Asylum, That would sure sour me on the brand. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 03:52:21 (74.134.229.112)
Only criticisms I ever had was running a bit too fast and lacking in the fit and finish of the early models. .......
472: Vinyl Asylum, Twice retail?! (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 03:47:03 (74.134.229.112)
Messaged the seller asking why. Predictably, no response. .......
473: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You don't ever want to unstick the tape. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-26, 03:13:29 (74.134.229.112)
I'm sure there was an economic component. It was clearly better than the rubber band mounting. As I said, I never had a problem but a single bad experience sticks with one. Not my favorite brand but I .......
474: Vinyl Asylum, I remember incorrectly. They went from rubber band mounting (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 17:35:20 (74.134.229.112)
to tape mounting nearly 20 years ago. It was superior and I never had one fail and it provided a more stable mounting. .......
475: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I want to like them. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 14:51:57 (74.134.229.112)
I owned many over the years. Not my favorite but all were solid performers. .......
476: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You may have guessed... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 14:41:52 (74.134.229.112)
Fortunately for Rega you are in the minority. :-) .......
477: Vinyl Asylum, RE: That's the RP-3? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 14:37:53 (74.134.229.112)
Not when they brought out the P2. Change was first when the P3 came out and motor upgrades were available for the older models. .......
478: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Does the RP-3 use double-sided foam poster tape to mount the motor? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 14:24:28 (74.134.229.112)
Not used for upwards of 20 years. .......
479: Vinyl Asylum, DC controlled with speed change at the pus of a button, 78 speed and built in phonostage. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 04:09:48 (74.134.229.112)
A lot of bang for the buck. .......
480: Vinyl Asylum, RE: buying an entry level TT for my daughter (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-25, 02:45:20 (74.134.229.112)
Got rid of the big system as I deal with this lymphoma. .......
481: Vinyl Asylum, RE: buying an entry level TT for my daughter (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-24, 06:53:33 (74.134.229.112)
I bought the Music Hall 1.5 (table, arm and cartridge)for $400 and I love it! It replaced my VPI Prime. In the same class? Not even close. Still, best $400 audio purchase I've ever made. ::: TOPIC: .......
482: Films/DVD Asylum, I'm surprised the mods haven't nuked this thread. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-24, 05:01:40 (74.134.229.112)
:-) .......
483: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: LOL.... Suffering from TDS? Did you need a tissue? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-23, 08:15:41 (74.134.229.112)
No, I need a President who is not a sociopathic lying sack of shit adored by lemmings. .......
484: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Who in their right mind.... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-23, 05:29:11 (74.134.229.112)
or Donald Trump. .......
485: Shady Lane, RE: Direct TV is engaging in false advertising. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-23, 03:39:09 (74.134.229.112)
Are you saying an AT&T company would be less than truthful about their capabilities? Say it ain't so! .......
486: Inmate Central, In 1995 an open newsprint page measured 54 inches. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-22, 11:54:52 (74.134.229.112)
My Louisville Courier-Journal is 21 inches. I knew they have been shrinking but not to less than half. Not important, just a curiosity for me. .......
487: Inmate Central, Shrinking size of newspapers. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-22, 05:27:55 (74.134.229.112)
I'm talking about the physical dimensions. Louisville still has a daily newspaper. I was taught to read it in elementary school and it is a 60 year habit even though I've already read most of the news .......
488: Vinyl Asylum, RE: VPI 40th Anniversary Turntable / Arm....direct drive (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-21, 16:54:51 (74.134.229.112)
For $15,000 it can be yours. Better hurry, only 400 to be produced. :-) .......
489: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I wonder if Jack White of Whitestripes fame ... (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-20, 14:54:24 (74.134.229.112)
I don't believe so. This is a better record. .......
490: Vinyl Asylum, Loretta Lynn's latest (maybe last) (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-20, 07:34:55 (74.134.229.112)
Awesome! That 86 year old voice is a perfect and pretty as ever. Buy it! You won't be sorry if you care, at all, for country, .......
491: Vinyl Asylum, First review I've seen (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 15:47:11 (74.134.229.112)
NT .......
492: Inmate Central, RE: Which OS are you using? (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 15:40:48 (74.134.229.112)
Windows 10 .......
493: Inmate Central, RE: If the Paypal website were truly infected (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 13:57:07 (74.134.229.112)
I'll do all that. I respect your experience. With my it's like a fish riding a bicycle. .......
494: Inmate Central, RE: If the Paypal website were truly infected (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 12:11:17 (74.134.229.112)
Thanks for the advice. The free version of CCleaner didn't do it. Do you think the Pro version would do better? .......
495: Inmate Central, RE: Clearly something in your environment -nt (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 08:54:23 (74.134.229.112)
Don't know what that means or how to correct. AVG captures it and a scan shows nothing else. .......
496: Inmate Central, RE: Not for me (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 08:47:33 (74.134.229.112)
Hmm, getting it with Chrome also. .......
497: Critic's Corner, I respect both but learned decades ago to listen when Bob Carver shares an opinion. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 07:46:00 (74.134.229.112)
I know nothing about MQA and have no dog in this fight. .......
498: Inmate Central, Firefox is warning me of a virus infecting Paypal. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 07:11:35 (74.134.229.112)
Just a heads up. .......
499: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I don't see a needle, but the cantilever sure looks off to one side. (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-19, 06:26:01 (74.134.229.112)
I don't see it either. Looks like it fell out or was ripped out. .......
500: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Casino Royale." (0.00)
Posted by volunteer on 2018-10-16, 16:36:26 (74.134.229.112)
3s/3s is/was the one to have. The reissue is very good. .......
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