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  1. kroslos

    Amp Isolation Recommendations

    Thanks for the responses. Looks like I'll have to find another way to repurpose our excess granite.
  2. kroslos

    Amp Isolation Recommendations

    What about using some granite slabs under my amps? We just had our kitchen redone and I have quite a bit of leftover granite - 1 1/2" thick slabs and quite beautiful; however, I'm not sure if using this under my amps will provide any appreciable difference. Thoughts?? Anyone else tried this?
  3. kroslos

    Analog Magik

    Do any of you V2 users have any further information to share about the upgrade? I upgraded from V1 to V2 but have not yet attempted to use it; primarily due to some of the issues reported about the reported imbalances in the measured IMD% for azimuth. So any further updates/insights would be...
  4. kroslos

    Analog Magik

    Hey edwyun, Any updates on V2? I just received my new V2 version and wanted to get some feedback and tips from existing V2 users on their experiences; particularly comparisons to V1. Also, how does the new Zenith Angle work and at what "stage" did you dial-in this feature? Was it before the...
  5. kroslos

    Analog Magik

    Edwyun, I'm an avid AM V1 user and would be very interested in your comments and thoughts regarding the V2 upgrade. Is it worth the additional money or is it simply a "repackaged" version of V1? I found V1 to be a great tool; however, the user interface had issues that could be significantly...
  6. kroslos

    Amp Isolation Recommendations

    Wow! So many responses and good suggestions for me to consider. Let me try to answer some of the questions that came across.... 1) Regarding what I'm hoping to achieve, my system sounds great as it is. Wonderfully warm, articulate, great soundstage, but (and I qualify this because all of us...
  7. kroslos

    Amp Isolation Recommendations

    Thanks to both of you for your responses; however, I'll continue to search for a cheaper/cost effective solution.
  8. kroslos

    Amp Isolation Recommendations

    I have a pair of AirTight ATM-2's that I've mono'ed and I'm looking for some suggestions/recommendations on isolation - inexpensive please. I really don't know if isolating my Amps will make any difference/improvement (comments welcome....); however, I'd like to give it a try if I can find...
  9. kroslos

    A question for Feickert Adjust + users

    Do you recall how close your crosstalk measurement was when you equalized the phase angles?
  10. kroslos

    A question for Feickert Adjust + users

    Feickert claims that you should use the software to optimize Phase Angle in setting up your cartridge's azimuth. I'm a Adjust + user and have always, until yesterday, focused on equalizing the L & R Phase Angle readings as opposed to optimizing crosstalk. In a perfect world, optimizing one...
  11. kroslos

    AnalogMagik feedback requested

    I posted the following thread in the AudioNivana Forum and decided to post in here as well. I've search the WBF forum on the AnalogMagik software and was not able to get any "hits". Hopefully someone has some experience and can provide some comments. Greetings all! I'm new to this Forum...
  12. kroslos

    Best (and Cheap!) under Amp Isolation?

    All, I'm looking for some recommendations on isolating my Air Tight tube amps (ATM-2's Mono'ed). I'd prefer to stay away from mega-expensive "audiophile type" devices and go with something that accomplishes similar results without the large outlay of cash. I'm not sure if isolation, as...
  13. kroslos

    TT Recommendations

    Pradeep - ATH 2 Reference is stunning. One of the best additions I've made to my system. I don't know if you can find a dealer who will allow an audition; I was lucky. Kyle
  14. kroslos

    Graham Phantom Elite

    Do any of the Graham Phantom Elite Owners know if Bob ever published a Set-up/Instruction manual specific to the Elite? I purchased an Elite earlier in 2015 and it came with a Phantom 2.2 Manual. Thanks, Kyle
  15. kroslos

    Issues w/ SRA on a PC-1S

    Peter - Thanks for the reply and posting the pictures of your cartridge. I'll look into raising my armboard; however, even though ddk advises otherwise, I can't see how my arm will end up being anywhere close to parallel once I've raised it enough to come in close to 92 degrees SRA. As I noted...
  16. kroslos

    Issues w/ SRA on a PC-1S

    David & Billy - Thanks for your replies and assistance. As David notes, digital microscopes can be problematic. If you're not set-up so the microscope is exactly on plane with the platter/horizontally, then all measurements will be off. I am aware of this potential issue and was able to get...
  17. kroslos

    Issues w/ SRA on a PC-1S

    Hey Billy - thanks for the response. Regarding why happened when I shimmed and was at 92 degrees, everything collapsed, became restricted, and all the magic was gone. I'm not sure what was causing it and I think it wasn't the SRA but the interaction with the shim; but I'm not sure. The Graham...
  18. kroslos

    Issues w/ SRA on a PC-1S

    All, I'm having difficulties with my Air-Tight PC-1s set-up; so I sent a private message to another PC1S owner, PeterA, and he suggested that I post a thread and include some pictures to see if someone can provide guidance. I have the cartridge mounted on a Graham Elite and my TT is an Oracle...
  19. kroslos

    P2S Distance 9" Graham Elite

    Mystery solved! Thanks to John at The Cable Company, the correct P2S distance for a 9" Graham Elite is 217.4mm - just in case someone else was searching vainly trying to find out... Kyle
  20. kroslos

    P2S Distance 9" Graham Elite

    All - I've searched everywhere to find the proper spindle to pivot distance for a 9" Elite. Can anyone assist? Kyle
  21. kroslos

    Graham Phantom Elite Set-up Questions

    I just received my new Phantom Elite tonearm (9") yesterday and I have a few questions for others who may have the same tonearm. I upgraded from an older Graham (1.5tc), and while the set-up of my old arm is similar to the Elite, there are differences AND the Elite comes with a manual for the...
  22. kroslos

    Cartridge Recommendations - $3K budget

    I ended up getting the Air Tight PC-1S. Two words at the moment to describe it - Scary Good! More later.... Kyle
  23. kroslos

    Cartridge Recommendations - $3K budget

    Thanks for the recommendations. I now have a line on a Air Tight PC-1S for slightly over my budget. Should I consider it? Kyle
  24. kroslos

    Cartridge Recommendations - $3K budget

    All, Both of my current cartridges are in for re-tipping (two back-to-back mishaps with my Koetsu's :mad:! Given the extensive turn-around time for the re-tips, I was thinking about buying another cartridge to get me through the wait and also to serve me as a good third alternative. Given...
  25. kroslos

    Re-tipping blues...

    Let's get real here... Koetsu's approach is "if I can't get $7K for a re-tip/rebuild, then it's not worth our effort". In my HO, that BS! While I'd absolutely prefer the manufacturer to replace the stylus, they, obviously, have other commercial/$'s objective. Trust me, I've tested this...
  26. kroslos

    Re-tipping blues...

    I need to vent.... I have two of my Koetsu's in for re-tipping. My Onyx Platinum Diamond was sent to one UK location and I sent my Rosewood Platinum Signature to a domestic (US) location. Why is it that the repair service takes so incredibly long?? Worse, why can these providers give us a...
  27. kroslos

    The importance of VTA, SRA and Azimuth - pics

    ack... Yes, all adjustments other than SRA are spot-on. It appears as though the only option I have to get into the 92 degree SRA setting is to shim the back portion of my cartridge. If I must do so, I'm looking for input on what to use as shim material.
  28. kroslos

    The importance of VTA, SRA and Azimuth - pics

    I've been following this tread and others relative to proper SRA procedures. I ordered and received an USB microscope and found that my SRA setting was well past the desired 92 degrees. Even after I lowered my arm (Graham 1.5TC - Phantom Elite on order) to the lowest setting I still couldn't...
  29. kroslos

    TT Recommendations

    As an update, I received my Dr. Feickert alignment protractor and Adjust + software earlier this week and was able to dial things in on my TT a little better. Regarding the protractor, it validated the accuracy of the Graham setup devices that came with the arm when I purchased it (spindle to...
  30. kroslos

    TT Recommendations

    Ron - No, I didn't look at the Basis arm. I did look at their TT's (very nice) but opted to go with the Oracle Delphi Mk VI. Regarding the Graham Phantom Elite, being a current Graham owner and the exceptional reviews the Elite has been receiving, I wanted to stay with what I was familiar...

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