hollytone22

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Where should the better of two sets of cables go?
Thanks Guys From what I gather here it sounds like a set of dedicated phono cables would be my best bet? I appreciate all of your input and like Erik says I should experiment and see whats works best. Al I since upgraded to a 20X2, you all know th... 
Upgrade option from an Audio Research PH3?
I have a VPI Aries with a Dynavector DV-10X5 Moving Coil CartridgeMark Levinson 532H Amp. I am using Nordost XLR from the amp to the preamp. The rest of my system has MIT cables.  
What Audio Research preamp would be an upgrade to my LS2B
Guy's I took your input and upgraded to a LS25Mkll and yes it is a tremendous difference. Lostbears I went with your suggestion and itwas dead on. All the rest were great also and I appreciate the advice.Time to go and listen!!!Bobby 
What Audio Research preamp would be an upgrade to my LS2B
Folks,Thanks for the insight on some of the options that you mentioned.I will explore my options and see what works best for me.Bobby 
What Audio Research preamp would be an upgrade to my LS2B
Lostbears,It was from someone like you that I was looking forward to hearing from. Thank you for your input because you know the LS2B and made the move. I haven't heard the LS25, but you say it is a big improvement Oh boy!   
What Audio Research preamp would be an upgrade to my LS2B
Kenny,I always liked the ARC products and I am happy with the LS2B but the bug has me wanting more? As far as budget I will pay for the right fit. The LS2B is the Mk 1 
Scratchy pops coming from the left channel when I turn up the volume why?
I tried again but this time I sprayed the shaft that turns and I don't here the pops anymore:) Its funny but since spraying it the volume knob feels a little stiff. WellI am happy the popping is gone Thanks. 
Why is my turntable sounding so muddy?
Thanks for all the positive feedback. I tried a few things that you guys mentioned and the one thing I did was put the original cartridge back on.It sounds better but still not quite what I think is correct? My next move is new tubes I will give t... 
Why is my turntable sounding so muddy?
TT is mounted on a Target stand tracking is correct I thought about the tubes but the CD player is working fine maybe the phono tube? I tried two cartridges one did sound a little better then the other. I am an analog person and never could I ever... 
Is there a SS amp that can offer tube bliss?
Try an older Classe' amp they are nice sounding amps that will give you a tube sound with out the worry.I used to have all tubes but like you I found myself listening to the equipment and not the music.I have enough headaches at work when I come h... 
What is the best Beatle Song
All great songs.I can't believe that when asked this question to Harry Connick jr.his reply was that the Beatles were not music.I don't want to start a anti HCJr campain but who the h--- is he to make that statement.Even Frank loved the Beatles so... 
Best Live Recording on LP
Frank Sinatra Live at the Sands with the Count Bassie orchestra.This is a fine recording and Frank is at his best I think he was Fifty then his voice is stunning. 
The best CD Player for the money
I heard that the person jazze has changed his name and still is a member.I know he is from New York because I bought something from him a while back.Anyway I just thought that you may want to know this. 
Video Calibration?
Forget all those do it yourself tweeks.Get a ISF tech in and then you will see the difference.I tried to calibrate my Runco Rear screen Projector and it looked good.I was told about how much better it could look so I called an ISF tech from the Ho... 
Favourite / most impressive audio store
LYRIC HI FI NYC and White Plains N.Y.The man who started it all MIKE KAY The pioneer in this business.Love him or not no one can or has lasted in this crazy hobby as long as mike.Any manufactuer in the world no's that mike is the man.If you are lu...