Search results

  1. Grooves

    Michell replacement pylons

    Hi Peter, I love your mod's, especially the delrin suspension mod. I'm really interested in that mod. How does one go about getting some? I couldn't see any of the images on AOS since I'm not a member. I have an Orbe SE that I've done some work on but it could use more. Feel free to contact...
  2. Grooves

    Cary DMS 500/550/600: Looking For User Feedback

    Thinking again of the Cary DMS unit and would love to hear from anyone whose had good/bad experiences!! Thanks.
  3. Grooves

    Raven Two and Second Graham Phantom 9" Not Fitting.

    Well, after some quick email exchanges, (thanks Jeff C.) I was reminded (duh!) of the set screw adj. for rotating the arm's collar in relation to final position of the base. I was skeptical this would help since it was the P-to-S set up that was not working out. The arm's large DIN connector and...
  4. Grooves

    Raven Two and Second Graham Phantom 9" Not Fitting.

    So, after a long hiatus, I finally got serious and found a nice second 9" Graham Phantom to mount on the rear arm mount. Since my Graham 2.0 had fit, albeit closely, I figured the Phantom would be okay. Unfortunately, it doesn't, despite my best efforts to get to to work. I can't set the spindle...
  5. Grooves

    Cary DMS-500: Anyone Using One?

    I'm in the process of moving on from my good ol' trusty Drive/DAC/Digital Lens trio to a new server/player combo. The Cary DMS-500 is on my player short list and I'd like to hear from anyone who is/has used it.
  6. Grooves

    WTB: Graham Phantom Supreme 9-inch (Graham Mount)

    If anyone is thinking of selling their Phantom Supreme I'd be interested. I'm after the 9-inch ver. with the Graham style mounting, but would be open to the 10-inch if they had an extra armwand and the 10-inch jig. I'm also looking for the IC-70 or Hovland MC2 cable. Thanks.
  7. Grooves

    Quality of today's LP pressings - are they really that good?

    I agree many new pressings are a disappointment either in pressing quality or sound. I've vented on this subj. before so I'll try not to wax on too much, but it's the MAIN reason I don't buy much vinyl anymore. The only pressings that I can say good things about are MFSL. Every one I've bought...
  8. Grooves

    Benz "MR" Stylus Lifespan?

    Thanks for the reply. The reason I asked had to do with a recent purchase of a second LP-S. When I had my LP I was told by a local cart. repairer (Andy Kim) that Benz uses exceptionally good styli and that it's not uncommon to get them to 3000 hrs. He had adj. my suspension and it sounded...
  9. Grooves

    Benz "MR" Stylus Lifespan?

    I remember reading that when Benz was using the "FG" stylus it was not uncommon to get 2,500-3000 hrs. from it if taken well care of. Now that their using a "MR" stylus with what seems a more radical profile, does this shorten the life expectancy any?
  10. Grooves

    Mysterious damage to LPs

    Interesting, that looks vaguely similar to a 4-LP Miles Davis set from Analogue Productions I had issues with. Three tries later and I finally gave up and kept the least troublesome. Disk 1 had the same sort of pattern, though it took closer inspection to see the problem. It looked like...
  11. Grooves

    KLAudio RCM: Any Changes?

    I'd be hard pressed to say I could tell by listening since I have no reference with other transducers. But I have a strong feeling this info. was passed on in error or the translation of it was in error. After rereading Myles' review of the KLA I have to say that's how I remember it, other...
  12. Grooves

    KLAudio RCM: Any Changes?

    A local shop was telling a friend of mine how there were changes made to the selected sonic frequency of the ultrasonic generators. I think I remember reading that this took place during the initial engineering of the unit or in early production, but I hadn't heard or read anything since. Has...
  13. Grooves

    Anyone familiar with TW Acustic or Basis, or compare the two?

    I have owned an LP12/Lingo then a Michell Orbe SE, and now a TW Acustic Raven Two (since 2012). I have heard the Basis 2500 (years ago) when contemplating the Michell Orbe. I wasn't able to compare them side-by-side. I went with the Michell but maybe should have gone with the Basis. I bought...
  14. Grooves

    Geneis Digital Lens Remote Issues

    Hi Gary, Originally, the Digital Lens was my late brother's unit, as was the CAL DAC and Transport that I use. Since my Philips SACD player had croaked very early in life I decided to try out my brother's gear. In my main system, the Digital Lens had a very positive impact on playback, (yet in...
  15. Grooves

    Geneis Digital Lens Remote Issues

    Well, I went ahead a picked up a Logitech Harmony 650 remote. I was initially skeptical since there was only one device listed for Genesis, though I was under the impression there were more. It had all the necessary remote commands for the GDL except the display on/off. Adding a command is easy...
  16. Grooves

    Geneis Digital Lens Remote Issues

    I thought I'd put in an update for FWIW. McGowan suggested a specific GE learning remote model. I have not been able to get it to learn a command. So, using the codes sent by Carolyn got me thinking. The GE remote requires a 4 digit code and the codes from the Genesis were two digits. So I...
  17. Grooves

    Philips Pronto TSU2000: Anyone Using This Remote?

    I was hoping someone may be using this remote and could pass me some information re: a remote code.
  18. Grooves

    Geneis Digital Lens Remote Issues

    Carolyn, Thanks. I gave you a call re: the codes but like you I'm not exactly sure how to load these numbers (Decimal and Hexidecimal) in to the universal remote. If anyone wants to chime in and offer assistance I'm all for it. ;) I came across a post forwarding me to remotecentral.com and a...
  19. Grooves

    Geneis Digital Lens Remote Issues

    I have a Genesis Digital Lens and I am having no success getting the unit to work with another remote (learning remote) that was suggested as a good remote to adapt to the unit. Does anyone know if the GDL uses a code adopted by another manufacture? The GE remote claims to be able to "learn"...
  20. Grooves

    Manley Steelhead Questions

    Hey, I am glad to here you are recovering from an unfortunate cycling crash. I hated those! I've heard the Mantissa is an awesome preamp. Have you done the Mantissa vs. Steelhead (as a preamp) comparison? As far as the transients and the Steelhead are concerned.... I recently came across...
  21. Grooves

    Manley Steelhead Questions

    It's funny (more like curious), like anything audio one person's experience can be an opposite of another. If I had the opp. I would demo one first. I'd really like to see how it stacks up against my PH7. My fav. dealer has been MIA for 3 years so trying anything new is a buy first option. Not...
  22. Grooves

    CJ Preamp with "mono" Feature.

    I have the Miyajima Zero. As far as the "mono" feature, if I use it w/o engaging the "mono" button I have a hum issue. I suppose I could just use an adapter but since the mono button works to rid the hum I was fine with that. It's just that I'm now on the fence again re: my Naim gear since the...
  23. Grooves

    CJ Preamp with "mono" Feature.

    Bummer! I was hoping the LS16 did but I don't think it does. It wasn't a consideration till recently when I found that my mono cart. sounds better via my "mono" through my preamp vs. "mono"" via my phonostage. This is totally opposite if I use my stereo cart. and play mono LP's in that my...
  24. Grooves

    CJ Preamp with "mono" Feature.

    I am trying to find out which preamp model(s) possess a "mono" feature either on the face plate or remote. I've tried to find through reviews, CJ's web site, etc., but no answer found. Thanks.
  25. Grooves

    Klaudio Record Cleaning Machine Review

    Ditto on that. The other really nice thing it does is to blow dust off the LP. I use it to blow off dust on a clean LP, a3-4 min. trip through the dryer works great. I would use before and after a play for each LP but can't since it's in another room and the time would be too much. BUT, if I...
  26. Grooves

    Manley Steelhead Questions

    With the addition of a second cartridge (mono) and eventually a second arm, I concluded since my ARC PH7 has one set of inputs I'd eventually need either a second phono or at least one with 2 sets of inputs. The idea of plugging-unplugging RCA's over and over doesn't appeal to me too much. My...
  27. Grooves

    Fozgometer: 3 Test LP's and 3 Different Results....Now What?

    It wasn't the set up that was making me nuts, just slightly crazed. When I get a consistently inconsistent issue that's what makes me NUTS! So I resort trying to determine what and why, hence the test records. SO far the current arrangement is sounding very nice so I won't change anything...
  28. Grooves

    FS: Winged C 6550 and Genelex reissue KT88

    Hi arthurs, How many of the Winged "C"'s do you have remaining? Thanks.
  29. Grooves

    Fozgometer: 3 Test LP's and 3 Different Results....Now What?

    Being somewhat paranoid re: my TT set up due to many reasons of which I won't go in to (or admit to!). I now own 4 separate test Lp's. Three have a calibrated 1 kHz L, R, Center track for azimuth adjustment. The three are the RTI Denon "Audio Check", Cardas Audio Test Record, and Analogue...
  30. Grooves

    Nylon Headshell Washers.......A Headshell Headache

    TBone, Thanks, I can always use a bit-o-sympathy especially when it comes to the analog aspect of my system. If there's a problem to experience I'll experience it! Cheers!

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

Home Forums Contact us

User Menu

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