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Reel to Reel Machine for 15 ips playback
@chauncey I currently have an Ampex ATR-102 and two Studers in my system. I have owned many of the highly regarded Prosumer machines capable of of playing back newly released tapes such as the Technics RS-1520, Tascam BR20, Otari MX5050B2, Revox ... 
How are you getting your surround sound?
That sounds awesome! How are you getting your 4K movies on the AppleTV? Trying to determine if most people stream their movies now or still popping in a disc. 
How are you getting your surround sound?
Thanks for the information, I'll check out what's available on Amazon and Apple. 
How are you getting your surround sound?
Thank you for the responses. I assume "ripped" means it's still coming from a disc and ripped onto your PC/Harddrive for storage.@ghdprentice when you stream through Apple and Amazon, are you able to get your movies with 4K video and discrete Dolb... 
Tracking error or ??
@daveyf I just got through listening to the second side of Way Out West with my Lyra Kleos SL and heard no distortion as what you're describing. If the arm and cartridge sounds good with everything else it's very likely just a bad/worn pressing, v... 
Thoughts on VAC preamplifiers to drive D’Agostino power amplifiers? Thoughts?
@audiobrian I've been using D'Agostino Classic Stereo amp with a tube preamp for a few years and the result is excellent, but my preamp is not a VAC. I recommend sending an email to VAC asking if D'Agostino is compatible with your specific model p... 
Woodsong Garrard 301, Artisan Fidelity 301, Shindo 301, SME 301, or etc.?
@dover My 401 sits in a 6-layer ply Macassar Ebony gloss plinth. The platter is a machined finish version from Peak Hifi and I use an Audio Silente idler wheel. I’m very satisfied with the performance I’m getting and the 6 layer plinth is the perf... 
Woodsong Garrard 301, Artisan Fidelity 301, Shindo 301, SME 301, or etc.?
@jperry Thank you. I really like your Garrard 301, your Ikeda tonearm is a beauty and on my list when the time comes. 
Woodsong Garrard 301, Artisan Fidelity 301, Shindo 301, SME 301, or etc.?
Congrats on your new turntable, OP!The beautiful pictures on Woodsong and Artisan Fidelity's website were certainly inspiration for me to build my 401. When SME released the new 301 with M2-12R tonearm and a 20K price tag, I had to build a 301 as ... 
Is There Any Reason To Buy A Reel-To-Reel Machine Nowadays??
I see audiophiles spending crazy money on equipment upgrades when the fact is the difference will not be as great as hearing a superior-sounding format in your system. Going from a 10K amp to a 20K amp will not make as big of an SQ improvement as ... 
Sell Me Your Women, Your Children, Your Vintage Turntable...
Different strokes for different folks.If you don’t see the appeal in vintage turntables go for one of the modern designs, there are many good options to choose from. From your list, I’d probably go with the SME.@rooze I have a modern turntable and... 
Building a New Listening Room on a Budget
A lot of good tips mentioned here I wished I knew before I got started on my room on a budget. I particularly like the idea of using thicker insulation, carpeted flooring, the 5/8" sheetrock is a great suggestion, run plenty of cables, use a more ... 
This budget phono preamp continues to amaze me.
Thanks for the clarifying. I see them selling on eBay and another website but it seems not a lot here have heard of them. It's a steal if you're looking for a good phono stage. 
This budget phono preamp continues to amaze me.
@jjss49 How did you hear about the designer moving on? I see that Jasmine’s website is still up and they offer some very interesting products. A dealer I know started carrying their tonearms here in the US. The phono preamp was also sold under a d... 
Should I replace Denon DL-103R with Dynavector DRT-XV1 mounted
That sounds about right, the Dyna smaller sharper more modern stylus equals cleaner, thinner, and more detailed sound. Many of the top flight cartridges uses similar profile. I still really like the Denon sound and can listen to the Denon for a lo...