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Worst Concerts You Have Attended ??
I thought I answered this but got distracted and did not submit my response. Worst: The Cars on City Island in Harrisburg, PA for the Heartbreak City tour. Now I have come to really love the band over the years but this particular night was not go... 
What companies, out of Business, did you LOVE???
Cello Music and Film Systems. Also agree with Apogee Acoustics, Nakamichi, and Threshold.  
What's been your turntable ownership over the years?
Late 70s (pre-teen) - Zenith Mini Wedge (not great but worked for a 10yo)Early to mid 80s - Dual CS-508 with a Ortofon cartridgeMid 80s to Late 80s - Denon DP-35F with Grado cartridge2018 to present - Linn LP12 (just shy of full spec) 
Is a Linn Sondek LP12/Lingo/Ekos with a Cirkus update, the last turntable I’ll ever buy?
I purchased a new LP12 within the last year or so and I am very happy with my purchase. I had listened to many options over several years before deciding to go the LP12 route and I am glad I did. As can be scene by the various opinions provided, t... 
Where in the US to send my Linn Sondek LP12.
soundcheck6: Yes, the person I was thinking of is in fact Thomas O'Keefe. Provided me some valuable advice when I put my LP12 together. Thanks for clarifying. Looks like Westland, MI is close to Detroit.daveyf: Agree of Cirkus bearing if the OP's ... 
Where in the US to send my Linn Sondek LP12.
masi61 - This past year I purchased a fairly top tier LP12. It has a foot in the door of a Klimax level deck, essentially an Akurate with a Radikal motor. I also had custom plinth built for it. I found myself in similar situation where my dealer w... 
How important is a preamp for purely digital sources?
dookie30:Take a look at a McIntosh D150 or perhaps a D100. My be a little bit more than you are want to spend but consider the axiom of buy it once and save in the long run.I owned a D150 till I upgrade to a D1100 which I run now. The D150 will ma... 
How many turntable’s have you owned?
Early 80s: Dual 508 with Ortofon cartridge. This was my 1st turntable in in 1st system in late middle school or early high school.Mid 80s:Switched to a Denon DP35F with a Grado Cartridge. Gave to a university friend in early 90s. Nothing to the ne... 
Degritter brand ultrasonic record cleaner
 I have been in contact with the folks who created The Degritter and have found them to answer all my questions quickly and with a level of detail that inspires confidence. Having just recently gotten back in the the vinyl game, I find it would be... 
Forever turntable under $2000
Seeing that you have a fair amount of Schiit Audio gear take a look at this for something to consider:https://youtu.be/3Ry_0okbbNo?t=699Schiit is getting a new TT ready for this summer. Shown with the Mani phono stage. Would be in your price range... 
Problem with McIntosh C-47 and MCT-450 using Digital DIN cable to playback SACD
Hello - I owned a C47 and still own a MCT450. Here is what I know as I encountered a similar issue.Before the C47 I had a D150. Never had one issue with playing SACD over the DIN connectorUpgraded to the C47 as I wanted an analog preamp. While I d... 
linn sondek tt
I had initially looked at all the cool aftermarket Linn LP12 parts such as the various sub chassis, top plates and motors. Since I am across the pond in the US and the LP12 does not have as much exposure these days, I felt it would be easier to wo... 
linn sondek tt
Thanks everyone - beskie - I will send PM.  
Vinyl Sleeves and Jackets
My apologies for all those that replied. Between work and not feeling so great this week I forgot to check in on my question.I appreciate all the replies and links. Seems like there are many good options - especially if the inside sleeve is just p... 
linn sondek tt
Hello everyone -Been following this thread with interest and wanted to chime in with my two cents. I have not had a turntable since high school and recently decided to get back into it, I looked at and have considered many different options and de...