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Offline scervin

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Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« on: October 22, 2006, 08:44:53 AM »
Great just what I ned something else to get caught up in.  It isn't enough that boating, golf HT, music cost me a bunch each year, but now vinyl   ;D 

I had ben saving and saving the past couple years since GM was headed on a downward spiral and just could not get myself to spluge on any new stereo equipmetn.  Well things are now loking up and I bought a used Rega P3 (used) with a new Elys2 cartridge this past week.  This sounds so damn good!

Right now I'm running the P3/Elys > Cambridge Audio Azur 640P > Kimber PBJ's > Marantz and it sounds great.

I'm waiting on the stylus force gauge, but seems to sound great right now.  I d get a little static here and there, but from many of the systems I've heard this is fairly common.  I've been wiping the LP's down with a microfiber detailing cloth until my brush arrives.  Do you guys have any tricks to cut down on static? 

I picked up a few used discs and Dylans new Modern Times (fantastic album) and now have to figure out how to buy more and more.  I've been searching ebay, acoustic sounds, and music direct.  Hopefully the forum will be able to point me to a few more goods sites to buy new vinyl.  Have a couple good used shops in the area.

Here are the pics..
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #1 on: October 22, 2006, 07:42:54 PM »
sorry dude :)  it's addictive.  go get the kinda blue limited edition blue vinyl 180g.
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #2 on: October 22, 2006, 09:47:14 PM »
I have a Spin-Cleaner that I got from Record-Rama here in PGH that does a pretty good job. For playing (after the lp has been washed) , I have been using anti-static cloth that is used to clean negatives. I give the lp a wipe down with it and I have noticed a definte reduction in static pops.

This is the link to the company that makes the cloth I have; I can't for the life of me find it on their website (I got the cloth at work)
http://minilab.net/index.html

I also use a brush to clean the needle before each spin.

This 'looks' pretty much like what I have.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?A=details&Q=&is=REG&O=productlist&sku=24592


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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #3 on: October 23, 2006, 07:00:00 AM »
My cleaning supplies have yet to arrive, but thanks for the cloth link.  I believe much of what I'm hearing is from static electricity and when I touch the vinyl you can hear the pops.  Time to up the humidifier. 

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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #4 on: October 24, 2006, 07:32:26 AM »
I know what you mean (about those bastards).  I'm trying to figure out a way to trade in the kids and get a TT going in my house.  I'd have to move the system out of the living room to keep it safe from little maliceous hands.
The realization that no matter how much $$ I'm able to throw into a digital front end, it still sucks comparred to an entry level table..is a kick in the pants!
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #5 on: October 24, 2006, 01:45:48 PM »
I just ordered a new P3 table and Elys 2 cartridge from our own Chris Sheperd at Eugene HiFi.  I can't wait to get it up and running.  Lots of places on the web for new vinyl.  I had a mishap with these guys but they have a great selection,  analogkaos.com.  There are lots of ebay stores w/ new vinyl too.  Check out http://stores.ebay.com/aural-exploits for a great selection of new stuff.  You can proabably poke around a find stuff cheaper or used but personally I don't mind paying full price for something sealed.  And a lot of vinyl can be had for $10 - $15 new.  Enjoy.

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« Reply #6 on: October 24, 2006, 05:14:34 PM »
I broke the seal on Modern Times last night and spun both records while cooking dinner.  I was somewhat surprised that the song "Someday Baby" didn't have credits to Muddy Waters.  I haven't compared the lyrics in the verses, but the chorus is taken directly from "Trouble No More".  Really nice packaging though.  I paid $15 for it.  I highly recommend supporting the local record stores (from a former record store owner).  If they don't have it, ask them to order it.  The more business stores see on vinyl, the more they'll bring in. 

I think the record labels should think about issueing more catalog titles on new vinyl.  You can't download this stuff.  We have to buy it at stores.  It seems like a no-brainer to me.

The P3 is a great turntable.  Don't be afraid to wrench on the cartridge every couple of days.  Tables require fairly regular tweaking to maintain optimal sound quality.

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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #7 on: October 24, 2006, 05:35:06 PM »
Quote from: jpschust on October 22, 2006, 07:42:54 PM
sorry dude :)  it's addictive.  go get the kinda blue limited edition blue vinyl 180g.

I see the 200g version around but not the 180g... Difference?
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #8 on: October 25, 2006, 06:55:31 AM »
Quote from: shane on October 24, 2006, 01:45:48 PM
I just ordered a new P3 table and Elys 2 cartridge from our own Chris Sheperd at Eugene HiFi.  I can't wait to get it up and running.  Lots of places on the web for new vinyl.  I had a mishap with these guys but they have a great selection,  analogkaos.com.  There are lots of ebay stores w/ new vinyl too.  Check out http://stores.ebay.com/aural-exploits for a great selection of new stuff.  You can proabably poke around a find stuff cheaper or used but personally I don't mind paying full price for something sealed.  And a lot of vinyl can be had for $10 - $15 new.  Enjoy.

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I just got a disc from Aural Exploits.  Had no idea media mail took so long to ship.  They do have a good selection of stuff I'd listen to.

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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #9 on: October 25, 2006, 12:46:02 PM »
Quote from: scervin on October 25, 2006, 06:55:31 AM
Quote from: shane on October 24, 2006, 01:45:48 PM
I just ordered a new P3 table and Elys 2 cartridge from our own Chris Sheperd at Eugene HiFi.  I can't wait to get it up and running.  Lots of places on the web for new vinyl.  I had a mishap with these guys but they have a great selection,  analogkaos.com.  There are lots of ebay stores w/ new vinyl too.  Check out http://stores.ebay.com/aural-exploits for a great selection of new stuff.  You can proabably poke around a find stuff cheaper or used but personally I don't mind paying full price for something sealed.  And a lot of vinyl can be had for $10 - $15 new.  Enjoy.

Shane



I just got a disc from Aural Exploits.  Had no idea media mail took so long to ship.  They do have a good selection of stuff I'd listen to.

SC

I learned about media mail from an order previously.  I'll gladly pay extra for first class.  MM took almost two full weeks from CA to NY
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #10 on: October 25, 2006, 04:39:41 PM »
Quote from: Freelunch on October 24, 2006, 05:35:06 PM
Quote from: jpschust on October 22, 2006, 07:42:54 PM
sorry dude :)  it's addictive.  go get the kinda blue limited edition blue vinyl 180g.

I see the 200g version around but not the 180g... Difference?


20g :)  get the 200g then
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #11 on: October 25, 2006, 04:42:18 PM »
Quote from: jpschust on October 25, 2006, 04:39:41 PM
20g :)  get the 200g then

Maybe I should try taping a quarter on the tonearm ;)
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #12 on: October 25, 2006, 05:02:38 PM »
Quote from: Freelunch on October 25, 2006, 04:42:18 PM

Maybe I should try taping a quarter on the tonearm ;)


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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #13 on: October 25, 2006, 06:29:17 PM »
Dude, what Tweeter you at?.. I was at 0109 and now I'm at 0803 in Chicago...
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Re: Carl and Jonny....those SOB's
« Reply #14 on: October 25, 2006, 08:09:16 PM »
Portsmouth NH and Portland ME

both have nice gear.  the one in portland has a bitchin' "high end" room.  the B&K gear is not the cats ass, but the GPs, Vienna Acoustics (when they had them) and ML Ascenti's and now the newer line all sound real nice
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