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    Anti Anti Skate?

    I use visuals (stylus behaviour on inner runout) to set anti skate and not values. A smooth and slow run out to the centre of the record should be the aim. Adjust until happy. When all parameters are set accurately I’ve found anti skate values to be more or less around the recommended value...
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    Does connecting a streamer to Ethernet make much difference compared to wifi?

    I’ve experimented a fair bit with Wi-Fi v wired connections whilst using different streamers and dacs. Many will say there should be no difference in playback quality. On good connections I found wired to be more dynamic but noisier than Wi-Fi. I recommend you try all methods including...
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    New LP12 hinges - insert metal sheet now?

    Sounds way better with lid off (tongue firmly in cheek) 😊
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    Loudspeakers You Wish To Try But Probably Won't Own In This Lifetime

    Good question, enjoyed reading replies. I’m thinking Shahinian, Vivid, Art, big Tannoys, big ATC’s, Wilson Benesch as speakers I’d love to try. All based of course in owner reports. From your list I think the Focal Sopras might be the ones which could closely claim to be truly state of art.
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    Endpoint network streamers without native app

    I think it’s all about the app’ experience. I’m sure most folks just want to listen and control their music as simply as possible although I do appreciate some love the technical side. Aurender and Auralic for example main considerations for customers are I suspect ease of use, features and...
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    Anti Vibration Devices

    Money better spent elsewhere I’ve found.
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    2 x RCA phono into 3pin XLR

    Hificollective will make you a cable the system deserves.
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    Linn LP12s – Fire away!

    I’ve been fortunate to hear more than most and Turntables to me are just like people ; some warm, cold, uninterested, eager to please, fascinating, charming, closed, quiet, loud, boisterous. For example cold would be I’ve found lightweight plastic types, warm and eager to please would be early...
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    Audio equipment with cult status

    Kef ls50 already Marantz cd63 ki sig Celestion sl600 Roksan Xerxes SME V Koetsu any Ortofon SPU’s Oracle Delphi Mullard valves Yamaha NS1000m Leak amps
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    Linn vs the rest of the world.

    My first experience was of a few options beside the LP12, don’t ever recall just Linn on offer. Usually dealer had Rega or Systemdek at lower prices and often Oracle at more than LP12. I bought a new Xerxes in 1987 for £540, the LP12 was around £100 cheaper then. In 1989 I met Ivor who was a...
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    Amazon deals etc

    Pro version AD/DA guys, you've seen the straight plain DAC only version.
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    9volts Power supply

    HDPlex are the best.
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    New Klimax LP12

    Wouldn't be first in cue for the mc if recent Linn cartridge reliability is out to go bye.
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    Was Devialet a fad?

    Precisely in my view Devialet’s Achilles Heel . High quality DAC’s now more affordable than a few years ago and no way to remove the DAC given everything is digitised including a standalone DAC fed in to the Devialet. I’m positive a stand-alone RME DAC with latest AK chip would better the DAC...
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    Stylus pics from usb microscope

    Good for inspecting damage but not for inspecting wear which needs darkness and a strong pinpoint light from above looking down on the stylus to spot the 'cats eyes'. The wider the eyes on the sides which trace the groove walls, the more wear and pro' machines exist for the purpose of which Peak...


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