batman57

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Should I use an external Phono Preamp
Your Ortofon has an internal impedance of 5 ohm’s making it a great fit with any of Sutherland’s TZ series pre-amps. I am running the TZ-Vibe and loving it. Saving up money for a Little Loco, or a Duo Loco.   
First foray into tube amps
I would start with a Willsenton R8. After you have listened for a while then roll the 4 main power tubes to Electro Harmonics KT-88’s, or PSVane KT-88’s. Next would be to roll the input section of the amp. I run Sylvania 6SL7GT X 2 and Sylvania 6S... 
Vacuum Record Cleaner Rreplacement
I use a Vevor US with iSonic solution. 4 records max for 20”. Then I rinse in a Spin Clean followed by a vacuum dry in a KAB EV-1. Love the results.   
Help! New Nagaoka MP 500 Cart Makes Hum Ground Noise
I have been building my own interconnects for a while now. After completing a PH16 build I started having a hum. My usual interconnect was with Dueland cotton covered OFC into Switchcraft 3502AAU connectors. I ended up switching to Mogami W2549 in...