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    Milan Karan of Karan Acoustics passes away

    Very sad news. We sold his gear many years ago. Still have KA M 2000's I love and they work flawlessly. Way too young.
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    What are you currently listening to (Classical)?

    Beautiful reissues. Well worth a listen.
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    Degritter Mark II

    Thanks for the thoughts. It does make sense. The VPI is great but I have to keep it in the basement and don't use it when my wife is around. I am thinking it would be nice to have one easy to use and leave around.
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    Degritter Mark II

    Neil That is very interesting. Perhaps you might have some thoughts. I have a VPI 17.5 that has worked flawlessly for many years. I bought an early version of the Audiodesk and it worked well, for about 400 cleans. It is clearly not designed to be worked (though my business partner was able...
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    Meietner Audo DS-EQ1 Optical Cartrodge EQ

    Delighted it’s back to your liking. I do leave it on all the time now. I was lucky enough to have Ed Meitner and his crew over last week to our audio club. They make great equipment.
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    Wayne Shorter died, age 89

    I don't know this, will have to give it a listen. Thanks
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    Meietner Audo DS-EQ1 Optical Cartrodge EQ

    I know he does, but honestly i don't notice it doesn't change a lot. But he leaves it on all the time in his office, thats for sure
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    I thought too
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    I thought of not replying as you clearly have quite a dislike, and I respect that but I will beg to disagree. I was almost going to get out of vinyl, after 45 years, this really revitalized my interest. I was not joining any club, and any of my friends, musical or audiophile, have been...
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    Meietner Audo DS-EQ1 Optical Cartrodge EQ

    That's interesting. I have played a little with this, mostly by accident, and I have not noticed an enormous amount of difference but that may just be my lack of hearing :)
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    I won't suggest that anyone can be wrong, its merely opinion. I have always looked for 'natural' presentation that conveys emotion. The Grand Master has done that better than any source I have had in my system or heard in others. But just my two cents. I think if you are considering optical...
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    HMS Energia Suprema power cable

    I bought their interconnects many years ago and liked them a lot. Herr Strassner was always very helpful when there were any questions. Glad to hear the power cables are good too.
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    BR549 I found the EMM DS-EQ2 startlingly good. It is worth listening to the EQ1 and see for yourself. You will not be hard done either way :)
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    Of interest here is a review of the Emm labs DS-EQ1. I would concur completely https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/1738-emm-labs-ds-eq1-optical-phono-preamplifier I have also heard the DS-EQ2 and it is phenomenal at its price. Well done.
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    Wyetech Labs - Contact info?

    Peter I am sorry to hear that. I met your father many years ago through a mutual friend. He was so patient about his company and music.
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    Any cyclists here?

    Interesting - I have an old Serotta - built for me a long time ago (16 years). I am still very fond of it, but my newer bike is an Open Up, it is remarkable and by far my favorite. I do ride 38 tubeless so only 40 psi, but it is astounding on the modest roads we have where I live.
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    Any cyclists here?

    All beautiful bikes, which do you like the most.
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    It will be very interesting to hear what you find. I had the opportunity to compare but not in my own system.
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    Any cyclists here?

    An interesting post, and I will just chime in on the last comments, I agree completely with wider tires. I have an Open Up and have moved from 28mm to 38 running at 40 psi. I can't keep up with the fastest aerobikes, but who cares. I just finished riding with chap who had the newest...
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    That is a lovely recording and the system really looks beautiful. I am very impressed you built so much of it. Enjoy
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    New Transrotor TRA 9 tonearm

    Understand completely. I am sorry to hear you have not put it in yet, but life is just like that. I often find, somewhat reassuringly, that life has many aspects other than audio, keeps things in perspective . Let us know.
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    fbhifi I am by no means an expert, but my impression was the Emm labs is brilliant in the upper end and mid range, and very solid in the bass. It is extremely natural, if I can use the term, and artists that I have heard in person seem like they are almost in the room (actually in the room in...
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    Beautiful. Remarkable really. Looks like a torus subwoofer. What amps are you using, if you don't mind me asking. If you ever get a chance to listen to the EMM labs DS-Eq1, do so. Its quite fascinating the difference between it and the DS audio. Both are great but somewhat different. A...
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    Thanks for sharing that. That is a remarkable demo and fascinating as that is exactly the track that convinced me to get the Grand Master as well. I had actually thought I was done with vinyl. I have a more modest system but the guitar solo is simply remarkable on the Grand Master. Of...
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    New Transrotor TRA 9 tonearm

    Looks like a lovely and very well built arm. How have you found it in use?
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    DS Audio 003 optical cartridge

    I have used a Schröder with my Grand Master. It works very well. I have heard the Viv Labs tonearm is also an excellent match.
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    DS Audio 003 optical cartridge

    I have had the chance to listen to the DS 003 on a number of occasions (including today) in a friends system I have listened to for many hours over the last 20 years and compare it to the Grand Master ( through the EMM DS-EQ1). It is startlingly good. It has many, many of the virtues of the...
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    DS Audio Grand Master + EMM Labs DS-EQ1

    I recently compared my Grand Master to my previous setup Ortofon MA 90 and Tom Evans Groove+ SRX. The Grand Master sounds remarkably natural, at least to my ears, but with the amazingly black background. The unit has operated flawlessly. The EMM DS-EQ1 works superbly, is superbly built...
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    My own experience with Luxman D10X

    Very interesting review. Enjoy
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    What turntables do you use? Pictures would be nice as well :-)

    I love my Bauer table. I did have challenges with isolation but have solved it with Symposium. Great set ups.

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