Search results

  1. Brian Walsh

    Some recent phono cartridge setups

    Visits to clients' homes have included this one. Other posts will follow with other rigs. Clearaudio Innovation turntable, Universal 9" arm, Lyra Kleos cartridge. Temporarily using a Parasound JC3 phono preamp while his Lampizator phono pre which was damaged in shipment is sent for repair...
  2. Brian Walsh

    Music Direct Ultimate Cartridge Setup Service

    Not new to me since I have been doing this for quite a few years but relatively new at Music Direct, briefly described on page 29 of our catalog. Please check it out and give me a call if you have any questions. Also please visit our rooms at AXPONA...
  3. Brian Walsh

    On the move

    I'm excited to announce that I have joined the good folks at Music Direct, managing their new showrooms and as chief analog setup guy. About two years ago Music Direct moved to a much larger facility in a nicer area on the north side of Chicago. We currently have two showrooms and an open...
  4. Brian Walsh

    Atma-Sphere MP-1 Mk 3.3

    Atma-Sphere introduced the Mk 3.3 versions of their products at RMAF a few weeks ago. The MP-1 preamplifier is among them and has captured attention since the upgrades are substantial. The tube complement changed (fewer 6SN7GTs and one more 12AT7 per channel), and the phono section has on the...
  5. Brian Walsh

    Remodeling almost complete

    Electrical work was completed today. There's probably another two weeks' worth of work remaining, but it's getting there.
  6. Brian Walsh

    Hello from Chicago area

    A friend mentioned this forum, and it's great to see familiar names of fellow music lovers and enthusiasts.

About us

  • What’s Best Forum is THE forum for high end audio, product reviews, advice and sharing experiences on the best of everything else. This is THE place where audiophiles and audio companies discuss vintage, contemporary and new audio products, music servers, music streamers, computer audio, digital-to-analog converters, turntables, phono stages, cartridges, reel-to-reel tape machines, speakers, headphones and tube and solid-state amplification. Founded in 2010 What’s Best Forum invites intelligent and courteous people of all interests and backgrounds to describe and discuss the best of everything. From beginners to life-long hobbyists to industry professionals, we enjoy learning about new things and meeting new people, and participating in spirited debates.

Quick Navigation

User Menu

Steve Williams
Site Founder | Site Owner | Administrator
Ron Resnick
Site Co-Owner | Administrator
Julian (The Fixer)
Website Build | Marketing Managersing