jazman

Merely adding "more" dampening does not insure better sonic results. Klipsch out.

oldbuckster, There's a wonderful information tool called a "search engine" (Google, Yahoo) that many use too gather greater insight on tube topologies, equipment reviews, etc. There is also no substitue for getting out to hear the equipment in systems. You can find local forums and listening groups for your geographic area listed in audio magazines and on the internet. It's important that you form opinions and base your buying decisions on what your ears hear, not what you read in this forum. Just seeing your assumption of "140 watts per Marantz.......Killer I bet..." is mind curdling in itself. You will be rewarded by more independent research. Klipsch out.

Who's set of Moondogs and JFL's did you audition? What preamp was used? What was the tube compliment? What was the parts compliment of the Moondogs? Ultimate upgrade or not? Klipsch out. w

"In my experience, my friends who are not "in the hobby" (uhh...all of them!), listen for two things - thumping bass and volume. " That statement pretty much describes the expectations of many of the members of this forum when evaluating an amp. Does not say much for the so-called experienced listener. Klipsch out.

LOL! Good one, jazman. If I hadn't, Fini would have! Klipsch out.

The low output version of the Eroica "should" sound better than the high output version, but............ that's a "should". What are you mounting these on? Klipsch out.

"the Erotica LX (MC)" sure sounds sexy, but I think you mean the "Eroica". [] MMF-7 owners are fed the high output version of that cartridge. Klipsch out.

Travis, I think Townsend, more that likely, believes it's current direction to component stand design superceeds it's former approach. Klipsch out.

The Gran Prix site was provided because it presents some of the issues of isolation and their approach to resolution. I also suggest the Symposium site. http://www.symposiumusa.com/main.shtml Both recognize isolation as more than an issue of footfalls, but also resonances of all components in the chain. For myself, it made sense to address as many issues as possible at one time. As stated about the sound of high end TT's, they should sound more alike than not alike. Why? Because they all generally have to address the same or similar issues that would detract from their sound in a superior manner. It should be no different when it comes to audio component isolation. That two of the industry acknowledged leaders recognize similar issues, and to some extent deal with them in similar manner, though different final design and materials, should provide food for thought, if not some action. Three point isolation of shelves, controlled free movement, energy or resonance drainage, and decoupling were common issues. That neither endorsed air bladders, wood, nor marble, or masonary, as shelves was significant for me at least. Based on a university course "Physics and Sound and Music" I know and understand that all materials have a resonance frequency, therefore I stayed away from those materials commonly used in the past. DIY approaches provide positive steps and improvement, but should be approached with the most current knowledge. Each person will have their own interpretation of what is optimum for them. I've tried DIY approaches and ultimately decided on products with some R&D, and manufacturing practices which produce a high level of product quality. Your approach should fit "your" philosphy, and "your" belief in what is important to improving "your" system. Klipsch out.

My Moondogs are usually on 24/7. In 5 yrs of ownership, I've replaced one vintage 2A3 RCA blackplate that became noisy, and one GZ33. Since that time I use GZ34's almost exclusively. My line preamp goes to standby sometimes, and my phono preamp is also usually on 24/7. "All" of my tubes are high cost to purchase or replace NOS brands like Mullard/Amperex/RCA/Brimar etc. Road trips and vacations are usually the reason for the amps being turned off. Maybe it pays dividends to use premium tubes? Maybe I'm lucky? (NOT!!) I've never worried about tube burnout. Instead, I accept it as part of the cost of ownership for the higher quality audio that is returned. Then again, I live in the same county where the 100 yr old light bulb is still burning. Klipsch out.

AMEN!!! Allen, Do you have "The Great Concert of Eric Dolphy", Prestige P-34002, 3 record set of the Five Spot live sessions? I've seen you post at least one of the session LP's. Klipsch out.

Gary, I bought the Capitol 4 CD set (100 songs) a few years back because, unlike you, I find so few of his LPs in good condition. I started into the set while working late last night, and posted in "Right this minute" thread. It's easy to forget how many songs he recorded. Klipsch out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIZDTAeN0WM He's also the father of Natalie Cole.

Michael, Unfortunately, the Bello tower racks are designed toward components operated with face mounted controls (cd or dvd players, receivers, etc), and not designed with a turntable in mind. Klipsch out.

Allan, As I know you do, I have a "frequent play" stack of LP's, and there is always something by Rahsaan in it. The man had such awesome talent. I never seen anyone come close. Most folks can't play one instrument as well, let alone play multiple instruments, and different harmonies with different hands, at the same time. All of this is even more incredible because of his lack of sight. Thanks, and......................... BRIGHT MOMEMTS!!!!!!!!!! Klipsch out.

Michael, You did not state the height of the Bello rack. Generally speaking, the TT would be located on the top shelf of a rack of reasonable height. If that's not possible, consider some other location that provides better "all around" access. You may want to consider stepping back a bit to get more perspective and then develop a "plan" on how to better incorporate the turntable into your system. A plan would address not only availability of light, but also easy unencumbered access to the turntable and it's operation. Cramped/close quarters is a recipe for a future disaster. Klipsch out.

Try this. Cary SLP 98. It comes with volume remote, phono, but not HT bypass. Cary may be able to provide that mod at the factory, I'm not sure. Klipsch out.

It is always awful to see this kind of mis-information dispensed. Klipsch out.

It sound like you are looking to purchase the Wright preamp "new". My suggestion is to be a bit patient and wait for a used one to show up on the Audiogon site and save yourself several hundred dollars that can remain in the war chest for future purchases that upgrade your source components. Klipsch out.

For those so interested. I had previously mentioned that there were many Denon DL 103 cartridge variations, but I could not find the web page that displayed them. Well, here are 11 variations. http://www.vinyl-lebt.de/SME/DL103/Thumbnails.html Klipsch out.

Gary, I've been trying to figure out which category the Denon DL102 falls in. I've seen things like "The DL-102 cartrige is used by AM radio stations. The DL-102 is not for mono LP's nor is it for 78 RPM records. Instead, the DL-102 is specially designed to output a mono signal from a stereo LP, so there is no danger of damaging a modern LP by its use. DENON recommends three gram as the best tracing force for DL-102." But also information on this page, http://www3.sympatico.ca/murraya/DenonMonoPage.htm The DL102 seems to be a low compliance cartridge as well, and may be an issue with the Music Hall arm. I've been seeking a low cost "Mono" cartridge option, so I'm very interested in your experience. Klipsch out.

Wolfam, Yes, I have a pair of JJ 2A3 tubes, which may still need some break in time. More than willing to let you audition them if you'd like. I'm such a die hard 2A3 RCA blackplate lover that I may not have given them a proper audition, BTW, I have a Wright PP100 phono preamp with Auricaps on the outputs that I am putting up for sale in the near future because I'm currently using a Cary PH-302 phono preamp. It took many extended auditions before accepting the Cary phono pre as a better match for my Cary line preamp. If you're interested, let me know. Klipsch out.

Wolfam, Welcome back to the wonderful sound of a pair of 2A3 triodes! Klipsch out.

The scale you're considering is a modified Micro-Tech 120 scale, http://www.digitalscales.net/micro-tech-120.html formerly sold by Expressimo Audio. Expressimo I assume is only doing turntables now, but they used to sell The Heavy Weight dropped counterweight for Rega tonearms along with their digital "stylus force gauge". It can also be found stocked as the Micro-Tech XMT300 http://www.amazingscales.com/microtech_scales.asp Glue on a lightweight plastic L bracket and you're good to go, that is, if that's the scale you want. Klipsch out

Here's a Thorens TD165