ajxd Posted May 18, 2016 Author Share Posted May 18, 2016 4 hours ago, Tardcore said: MusicDirect has been carrying the Okki Nokki for a while. I think it's right around $500. Over $499* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 21 hours ago, ajxd said: After selling my VPI when I was a starving grad student, I could not make myself purchase a new VPI or other RCM over $500. Nope Bought the 3D Printed one from the Canadian. Should be in this week. What brush are you going to be using? I see a lot of people use paint pads, but I feel like a proper brush might be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted May 18, 2016 Author Share Posted May 18, 2016 MoFi's brush. Its only $20, and it works very nicely. Though I'm sure you'd have the same results just using the MoFi pads with any square. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjorn Posted May 22, 2016 Share Posted May 22, 2016 On 5/18/2016 at 1:09 PM, ajxd said: MoFi's brush. Its only $20, and it works very nicely. Though I'm sure you'd have the same results just using the MoFi pads with any square. Exactly! I'm making my own brush handle with some scrap wood. Easy, I'll post some pics when I'm done sanding it. vinyl addict 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dethrock Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) Just got this today. I've had the 2300 for a few weeks and I've really been enjoying it so I thought I'd move up. Edited May 30, 2016 by dethrock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allenh Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 I picked this up today, a Nakamichi 700 ZXL with off board Dolby C Processor. I wasn't sure whether to keep it or sell it on as it's such a huge beast but it sounds so damn good I'll make room for it one way or another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamlikesmusic Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Recently upgraded my Ortofon 2m Red to a Blue. I was likely due for a replacement as it was, but am still amazed at how much cleaner it sounds. Really happy with the upgrade so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 (edited) I just grabbed a Technics SL-D2 off CL for $50, to use as a back-up table. It needs a new cartridge (has a p-mount in an adapter with a bad stylus on it now), but it works. I cleaned all the pots and it sounds good on a beater record. Edited June 4, 2016 by Thomas³ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oliviagouldsmith Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 I just got a box set of THE SHADOW, you know that comic that batman was based on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted June 6, 2016 Author Share Posted June 6, 2016 Wrong thread buddy. Tommy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinylPlayer Posted June 7, 2016 Share Posted June 7, 2016 Two amplifiers. That I bypassed the volume control so the input signal goes directly to the circuit board. Instead of first looping through the volume control. So now it's two pure power amplifiers. But I am not using them as mono blocks (there are a switch underneath). I use them dual amps to my bi-amped B&W 804. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 I grabbed an AT95EB (black instead of green) for my back-up table. Nothing special, but nice for a table they I'll probably give to my friend once I know mine is fixed/replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swemoll Posted June 11, 2016 Share Posted June 11, 2016 I've upgraded my turntable a couple times since last I posted. Specifically the power supply....twice. Grabbed a used Linn Lingo II, and then recently pulled the trigger on this beast. Hands down the biggest game-changer I've encountered whilst playing records. I'm a happy camper now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted June 11, 2016 Author Share Posted June 11, 2016 3 hours ago, swemoll said: I'm a happy camper *for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted June 11, 2016 Author Share Posted June 11, 2016 3 hours ago, swemoll said: I'm a happy camper *for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 (edited) I finally got the SL-D2 cleaned up, and the new AT95B cartridge installed. Sounds really good for a cheap table, and cleaned up pretty nice. I'll probably only be using it for a week or two though, but it's a nice back-up table to have. Does aligning a cartridge ever stop being really stressful? I'm always so worried about damaging the diamond. I think I got it aligned good, since there is no distortion or IGD. Testing some cheaper record before tossing on good stuff. Edit: I aligned it with Stevenson, does the cart. look kinda far back in the headshell? It lined up with both marks, but I don't remember my ATPL120 ever being that far back. Edited June 14, 2016 by Thomas³ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allenh Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 I know the AT is a Technics clone but even in the same brand or style not all tables have the same arm geometry so they aren't always going to be the same, different effective length, different mounting point etc etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 That's kinda what I figured when I was mounting it. I know the AT95E gets a lot of praise for it's sound/price ratio, but I didn't expect it to sound as good as it does. Such a great budget cart. I imagine it will sound a lot better once it breaks in. If I can track down another HK headshell, I might mount it as a secondary cart on my normal table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryantark Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 On May 12, 2016 at 9:17 PM, ryantark said: Pro-ject Acryl-it. Is nice. Super clarity. Super separation. Lost a bit of bass versus cork mat on metal platter. Possibly less crackle/static. Day 1 impressions. Still happy with the platter. I had to mod it with some LEDs and just upgraded my stylus from 2M Red to Blue. Starting supposed break in period. tvham and Quake1028 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryantark Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 (edited) On May 12, 2016 at 9:17 PM, ryantark said: my first duplicate post, I feel so loved. Edited June 17, 2016 by ryantark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjorn Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Not technically a purchase since it was given to me, though I did splurge on a new stylus for it. This will stay next to my drafting table in my studio. circuit bored records 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quake1028 Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 My birthday was on the 20th and I got some vinyl related goodies: Music Hall Acri-Plat acrylic platter upgrade for my MMF-2.2 ONZOW Zerodust stylus cleaner Onkyo C-7030 CD player And a bunch of new records with gift cards. Awesome stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whattheheckmydudes Posted July 8, 2016 Share Posted July 8, 2016 I just bought an Audio Technica AT LP60. I know that it is not a fancy turntable, but it gets the job done for me. I would recommend it to someone just starting out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaizada Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Ok....MAJOR MAJOR update from my side! Even I'm weak in the knees this time around All items are on order and were finalized on July 12th. So let's see how long it all takes to get in and setup. 1) The EAR Discmaster. This is a dream level table for me... http://www.needledoctor.com/EAR-Disc-Master-Turntable 2) The EAR Acute 4 Transport and EAR Dac 4. Delivery in 4 ~ 6 weeks.http://www.earyoshino.com/Dac4/http://www.earyoshino.com/Acute4/ 3) Last and final upgrade, and the biggest one yet. The Marten Coltrane Tenor loudspeakers https://www.marten.se/coltrane/tenor.htm I've never made such large purchases in one shot in my life...so its a big one for me. I normally spread it all out, but just didn't do it this time. Long story behind why, but regardless...all three items ordered. Now the wait begins... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney Crosley Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 [insert appropriate gif here] Duuuude.... And to think, I was going to write about how I got a nice little upgrade cable for me Shure SE215 IEMs... shaizada 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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