clyde47

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Reconciling analog and digital playback
A friend went digital front-end only, after decades of analog, with a Wadia straight into B&K amps with Revel speakers and is thrilled. 
SME 3012 Help
I was using the SME headshell with the Denon, and am using a Sumiko with the AT-440ML. 
Budget Cartridge Questions
I would highly recommend the AT440ML. It tracks extremely well, has surprisingly deep & tight bass, a clear midrange and extended highs. It will be unforgiving on bright recordings, so keep that in mind with your electronics. 
SME 3012 Help
I used a Denon DL-110 for a long time, and it sounded fine. I've since mounted an Audio Technica 440ML, and it out-tracks the Denon by a large margin. I'll bet the Shure will sound great, that's a classic combination. Best of luck. 
SME 3012 Help
There is a lot of play as you describe, I just accepted on faith that that was normal for this arm. I've had the arm and the supporting Thorens TD-125 to a turntable clinic, and they didn't find anything awry. It has tracked beautifully as is for ... 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
You'll love this. I inherited a pair of 3-way transmission lines with only the woofer being used, as subs for a pair of Magnepans, in 1977. I converted them to a 2-way with KEF T27s & B110s, no additional woofer, own design crossover. Due to s...