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Typical Characteristics of a McIntosh / B&W system
My experience, with the McIntosh 6600 integrated is that it took awhile to break-in -- I have had mine for 8 months and its sound is still improving. Give it time. I couldn't be happier with my purchase. The link below describes a similar experien... 
Rega white belts
I installed a Rega white belt (now known as the Rega Drive Belt Upgrade) six months ago which I purchased online from Music Direct.I use a Rega 25 powered by an VPI SDS; Benz Glider; played through a Rotel Amp and Pre Amp combo. Speakers are B&... 
VPI SDS help
Mike,Regarding your question, once I help the SDS get my platter spinning it maintains its speed perfectly at 33 rpm. I don't use 45 rpm. I will add that I have been very happy with the improvement in sound that I get with my SDS. 
VPI SDS help
I had this exact problem with my Rega 25 and VPI SDS. I found that if I gently help the turntable platter gain speed (on startup) by gently turning the platter by hand--giving it a gentle shove--the SDS will drive the Rega 25. I guess the SDS does...