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Deep Cleaning Records With Steam? I have stopped using record cleaning fluids during steaming. I Just use R/O water in the Perfection steamer, steam twice. I don't think they would come out any better using . . .	436
Steam cleaning records 2 The old thread was so large, so now we can continue as a tribute to Creml	410
Best single-malt Scotch... After reading this thread, I decided to try single malt and bought Dalmore 12 yr. I could like this stuff real easily. My next try will be Balvenie, which was recommended highly to. . .	323
What music do you want to play really loud? "I love a rainy night". 24/7 to terrorist groups	270
My favorite Steely Dan song has to be... Caves of Altamira "Before the fall, When they wrote it on the wall" "When there wasn't even any Hollywood" "Before the the fall, they wrote it on the wall. . .	109
What's wrong with classical music on vinyl? Most all my classical lps are dynamic. You need to learn to buy the best labels. My collection is awesome sounding. Do a search on the subject. I almost can't believe your post. . . .	89
Scotch? No thanks. Whats the best Vodka.? Costco has Sobieski deal. 1.75 liters for $19.75 Ratings Sobieski 95 Robert Cavalli 92 Stolichnaya 92 Pinnacle 91 svedka 88	70
One Red Paper Clip Also what helped in your old set up was the floor carpet. If you eleminated that, your in trouble. Hardwood floors are not recommended for good sound acoustics. You need items in . . .	67
What song best describes you or your life? "When your Schizophrenic, your never alone"	55
Where stands the music of Chet Baker with you? Whether you care for him or not, his "almost blue", will get to anyone, that ever had a lost love, and haven't we all? It's on youtube	45
Setting anti-skate I'm more than quite sure that using a record without grooves is not the correct way to set antiskate and don't care what company or test record that suggests this. Why? because it . . .	45
Upgrading cartridge used or new? An honest seller, would reimburse you, if not satisfied	44
Do you have a secret "guilty pleasure" recording? The Four Freshman	32
Can you recommend some classical CD's for me? Head to your local library. Take out some classical cd's and explore. You can even make copies, of the one you like	29
Break in for ICs from CDP I just can't see how something that has no moving parts needs breakin. If you hear any differences, then your ears broke in. A car engine needs breakin, but cables	29
"Pictures at an Exhibition" Just listened to Ormandy on vinyl, (grey 2 eye stereo), Absolutely fantastic	27
power cord too short? what now? I think that if P.T. Barnum was alive today he would be in the audio aftermarket business. I know every time I spend money on aftermarket, my brain and wallet tell my ears that it. . .	26
Should you use cleaner on your stylus? IMO, The best stylus cleaner costs $2.69 US for a lifetime supply. It's Mr Clean Magic Eraser. It looks like white styrofoam and you use it dry. Some users cut off a little cube . . .	26
Technics SL1200/1210 owners - which mat? Here's a little tweek with the SL-12XX series. Turn the mat over, so that the all smooth side is up. James, if you would have known about this tweek, you would not had to spend . . .	22
Phonostage Burn-in to keep unit sharp Why wouldn't the manufacturer burn in the equipment before shipping. That way, when you get the item, its burned in. Well, you know the answer know, don't you	20
The Best CD player under $1000. I second Gonglee3's post Sony PS1 for $30.00 will blow away many, many high end CDP's	19
What TT upgrade from tweaked Thorens TD160 Yes, I believe altering the suspension on a thorens will take the magic away. I have read that the springy suspension is integral in thorens turntables	17
Best type of stylus cleaner?? Mr.Clean is all you'll ever need	16
Anyone Tried Audiotop Stylus Cleaner? Tbg, If I spent 80.00 on stylus cleaner, my brain would definitly tell my ears it's better. Rather than you know what	16
Best Classical to "broaden" listening arena? If you have a public library near you, most let you check out classical music cd's and see what you are drawn to	15
Best Jazz Albums Amhad Jamal - At The Pershing	13
What should I do with unwanted vinyl? Donate them and take your tax deduction	11
Mr Clean Eraser for Stylus Cleaning You said it works great. It has no chemicals in it so what is the point of wetting and drying? I suppose you could give it a try and let us know if it appears there's any . . .	11
Signal Cable Analog 2 Reviews are usually biased. Everybody likes the cables they have. Otherwise, they wouldn't have them. I like signal cables.They are a couple of steps better than anything I had . . .	10
Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov I love this piece, and haven't heard a bad one. Some are better than others,but I can't get enuf	9
Denon DP-62L users out there? The DP-62L has permanent lubrication. the manual says this. The motor bearings are treated with a special oil, there is no need to oil the the motor at any time	7
Dynavector Stylus Cleaning - dehydrated ethanol??? I've switched to the Mr. Clean magic eraser with excellent results. $2.00 US for a lifetime supply. Leaves no residue because it's used dry. Checking with microscope my styli have . . .	6
KEF Warranty work More info please. Problem, model and age	5
Where to find boxes for safely shipping Vinyl LPs? Some rave about using Pizza boxes	5
stylus force Your MF3 is the equilavent of todays Grado Blue. Tracking force recommended is 1.5 grams	5
Susan Tedeschi Just Won't burn is my favorite too	4
CD Scratch Remover Toothpaste	4
Speakers to match bottlehead paramour You can run a sub with these speakers cuz you won't be happy at a low of 56hz. I have a sub hooked up w/my paramours and sometimes I use it and most times I don't	4
Dynavector 10x5 or Sumiko Blue Point Special? Dynavector would be my choice. Do a search on the SMB and see	4
Powered subwoofer helps push inefficient speakers? My opinion is that at higher volumes, you are really pushing your L710's. Those are beautiful speakers and sound fantastic. They like power though. If those dynacos are tubed, you'. . .	3
how to clean speakers and mesh? I used a handheld steamer to take some spots off the cloth grillwork of a pair of 1956 Electrovoice speakers. In fact I cleaned the whole cloth and improved them. I would test a . . .	3
Empire MC5 I heard, but can't remember where that this compares with the 103 and shelter 501. YEH!,I found the site, scroll the recommended components and you will find info on it. Let us . . .	3
Grado G2 question? Yes, I think you should get a new stylus for the G2. The G2 is a older Grado Gold which is a top notch cartridge	1