Recent content by John L

The specs. look really good on that phono amp. The dbV figure is intimidating, the SNRs less so. But yes, it looks as if it's has been engineered properly and may outclass far pricier phono stages. The reviews look good too. I suppose at the end of the day, we all like value for money. I know...

Well, it might very well be a Rega. I'm still looking at cartridges though. Stylus shape and the claims made by various manufacturers has captured my interest. What's the betting I design/build my own phono pre-amp? Not sure about this. I need to do a lot more reading about how various high-end...

Well, if you're ex-Maplin, then you know the specs. of the standard build. By the way, Maplin for me was the absolute epitome of accessible electronics in the UK. Getting the new catalogue each year was like deliverance of the 10 commandments for me. I can't tell you how many hours (actually...

I got to grips with cartridge setup when I put the E3 on the PS-HX500. I've got both a PS-HX500 protractor and an Ortofon one. I've got Ortofon's tracking weight scale too, although I'm contemplating buying a digital one. I managed to get pieces of silver steel rod clamped to the sides of the...

Thanks for your reply. I love the idea of a Rega. I remember Rega from back in the 1980s and the original Planar 3 was always a strong recommendation even then. Even now looking at the P6, it's appealing and a solid award winner over several years. I don't think it's too expensive if I'm now...

Hello all. I'm new to the forum so be kind :) I'm a hi-fi-enthusiast of old and long-time buyer and reader of what-hi magazine and now the website. I was always into cassettes first , then CD of course. Back in the 1980s a lot of people I knew only ever considered buying vinyl. I never had a...

Hello all. I'm new to the forum so be kind :) I'm a hi-fi-enthusiast of old and long-time buyer and reader of what-hi magazine and now the website. I was always into cassettes first , then CD of course. Back in the 1980s a lot of people I knew only ever considered buying vinyl. I never had a...