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Best tonearm position for VTA?
Hmm?, I just read the whole thread seems Doug already gave the walker reference, Doh!!Here's the deal. The top of your cartridge should be parallel with the record surface for the starting point. If your armtube is not tapered you can use the arm ... 
Best tonearm position for VTA?
Hey guys I got you all beat, because don't have to make a long post, LOL. I remenber from a old thread this link to Walker Audio that is really good for setting vta good luck!! http://www.walkeraudio.com/fine_tuning_your_turntable.htmpeace Ron 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
02-27-05: DougdeaconRockinroni,Why would you put a big block (or any block) in an RX-7? Are you mad? MAD?! What could be more fun to drive than a rotary?Hey Doug, I thinks you have me confused with rx8manBesides I like my STS just fine, love that ... 
Who has made their own LP cleaning solution?
I sincerely wish you good luck Paul in getting Mikey to review your samples. Stereophile most times will not print what the little guys out there have for offer. We will see if this is true or not? In any case I bet you get Mikey as a new customer... 
Cartridge Suggestions for a Newbie
Well Gethca, you didn't state a price point. The new giant killer is the Origin live silver Tonearm with a shelter 501 mc cartridge. [Do some research in the archives here on agon lots to read on this topic] You can get these as I did and never lo... 
Turntable, Vinyl help................please
Mr. Winegasman unfortunally Dougdeacon is correct in his postings of entry lvl, well maybe a little high, but no sence in splitting hairs. I also concur with him and others if you can afford it, moving up to the Nottingham Horizon or something lik... 
Music Hall mmf-5 vs. Rega P3
Man I am laughing my but off!!! very good post / 02-26-05: David_w I am glad you are enjoying you new analog rig David. That as Mikey Fermer says "can kick the crap out of any cd player" Peace Ron 
First LP to keep you in genre for life
I still like Rock and Progressive Rock, but I found Jazz in 1974. These were the lp's that did it for me!!!Stanly Clarke / Stanly Clarke / 1974Donald Byrd / Ethiopian Knights / 1972Return to forever / Hym of the seventh Galaxy / 1973Billy Cobham /... 
Wife approval factor?
Well in my house I have a dedicated listening room (Dads room) no kids, dog, or wife. This works for me, only problem I have is, she doesn’t understand why I need a new preamp, go figure? LOL 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
Patrick thanks for the update, I was wondering why the thread kinda stalled. Now about this depression thing, Patrick you hit the nail on the head with you assessment of the situation. I believe you are handling your present circumstances better t... 
$800 Cartridge Shootout and Upgrade Path
"I visited Chris at Teres Audio yesterday and I have actually decided on the Teres 160 turntable with an Origin Live Silver tonearm. Not sure about the cartridge yet - I may have to get "cheap & cheerful" until I can afford something better. W... 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
Time to take a step back and realize what really is important in life.Man this news hit me like a ton of bricks. Patrick as you all know is one of the good guys here on Agon, and I consider him a dear friend. When I see lugnut on a thread I always... 
I've finally lost it
Welcome to the analog club, be sure to read the many threads on analog playback here in this forum.There are many worthwhile products in your price range to consider. Good luck and happy listening Ed. 
Say it aint so--- Teres quality question
Looking forward to the conclusion of the story. Chris I thought you were a little ruff on poor old Patrick.I do know however you 3 will have a good time together when you meet to resolve the issues. Only the very best in the business will come to ... 
Is vinyl dead ?
"I love my turntable, but in my location garage sales are about it for new ones".... Do you mean LP's, the Internet is full of vinyl. We no longer have to live in the big city to get our lp fix.Check the forums for many good sites. I like eBay for...