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Hi, If you choose a turntable without a lid may I suggest that you look at a company in Germany (IIRC) called SOTA? My Inspire Apollo t/t had no lid and I mounted it on a self made wall shelf. I took measurements and where access slots for wiring were needed and submitted these to their...

Thank you all for the replies. I definitely will not be cutting holes in the ceiling/laying more cabling as I have just finished a complete redecoration of the lounge with hidden cabling etc. so I won't be looking at Atmos but like the theory and implementation of DTSX. The difference in price...

Hi all, I am presently using the following speaker set up; Tannoy V4 floorstanders, Tannoy V1 (as front height speakers), Tannoy VC centre, Monitor Audio Bronze BXFX surround speakers, KEF PSW 2010 sub. My questions are as follows. 1) I will be purchasing 2 x MA Bronze 6 and a MA Bronze...

Hi all, I'm wondering if anyone out there could advise as to the quality of the phono stage in this amp? I'm considering a purchase of a separate phono stage (2nd hand Project/Cambridge MM & MC up to approx. £50:00) and was wondering whether, in your opinion, this would be a noticeable...

Thanks for the comments. Regards Stefan

Hi Al ears, Thanks for your comments. Sorry for the confusion regarding the amps use - what I have is the AVR pre -outs for the FL and FR speakers going into the PMA and the bi-wired out to the Tannoys (A+B Speakers engaged) - should this be described as using the PMA as a power amp? Do you...

Hi all, I recently purchased a vintage Dual 505-2 turntable and have spent a couple of months tweaking as follows; Completely serviced, lubricated and adjusted all moving parts as per service manual. Fitted new drive and pitch control belts. Fitted and aligned new AT95e and/or Ortofon OM 10...

Hi Alears, Thanks for the reply - did'nt realize there was a sub forum for turntables. Unfortunately I don't have a clue how to move the thread. You have answered my concerns re weight and plinth. As regards the cartridge/stylus fitment budget was the main consideration and whether the bug was...

Hi Having just returned to the world of vinyl after a 20 year break I was hoping someone could possibly give some insight to my queries? I bought the Dual CS 505-2 (mid 1980's model) off a well known auction site and have serviced and lubricated it, replaced the belt, changed the RCA cables...

Hi all, Plus 1 for the calibration club. Dr. Julian Scott was over yesterday to calibrate my Samsung PS51E6500 Plasma scree for Day, Night and 3D veiwing. First thing to note was that I had copied some settings onto my TV from the web which, in some areas, were pretty good but rubbish in...

Hi guys, I have also taken the plunge and will have Julian Scott out on Tuesday 26th November to give his magic touch to the Samsung. I am really looking forward to this experience - will report back after calibration. Thanks to all who have contributed to this thread and persuaded me to...

Stappedforcash - thankyou very much for the contact details of the calibrators. I will make contact with them over the next few days and report back Regards Stefan

Hi strappedforcash, I live in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire (between J9 and J8 of the M1). Regards Stefan

Gentlemen, Extreme thanks to each and every one of you for replying and explaining how presets are used to allow for differing calibrations. The explanations you have all provided regarding processes etc is gratefully received. I will now start to look at the various calibrators available...

Hi theflyingwasp, Thanks for the reply. My TV was originally approx. £1200.00 when released and has plenty of adjustment fields including colour space, 10 point white balance, gamma, rgb screens and expert patterns as well as the usual contrast etc. I don't know how that compares with your...