Pink Floyd vinyl - which ones ?
Currently looking to add some new copies to my collection. Based on sound quality, what are the LPs to get and which are the ones to avoid ? I'm not that fussed hunting around the secondhand shops...
View ArticleIntermittent Ikemi operation
I've had an Ikemi for 14 years; the current laser has only been used for about 6 months. I am experiencing an intermittent problem where the drawer will not open. I've taken it in to my dealer a couple...
View ArticleCrackanory
In case you missed it Dave (Freeview 12) has made a great new series. Based on the childrens TV show Jackanory, its been revamped for adults. The first Episode was last Wednesday with Jack Dee and...
View ArticleUnable to Update my Akurate DS and Kontrol
Guys Any ideas? I have not been able to update my Akurate DS or Kontrol for some time. They are both are Devaar 9 and of course we are up to Devaar 12 now. I must admit that it didn't really bother me...
View Articleminimserver question
A friend across the pond tells me he is impressed with MinimServer and that I would find it better than mp3tag for my mostly classical collection, now on a QNAP NAS. I have looked at their website and...
View ArticleDamon Alban and Brian Eno
Have both been out to Mali and recently and recorded some really interesting music. It will be available as a download next month. Stuart M might play some on his BBC Radio 6 music Freak Zone show...
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Audio Electronics Books
Can anybody recommend any good audio electronics books? I've been advised by a fellow colleague in my research team that ['Audio Electronics' - John Linsley Hood] is a good start....
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Just heard on BBC Radio News Someone wants
To bring down the age of consent to 15 from 16 in the UK. This bit made me laugh. Some bloke named Justin Handcock wants more clarity and has called for a mass debate . Mud.
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Week to wait for an LP12
Just ordered an LP12; should hopefully be picking it up next weekend, very excited . Been about three years since I last had a TT, and I have a great big pile of LPs just waiting to be played,...
View ArticleRedbook on KDS/ Klimax 350As vs 24 bit Studio Masters on Akurate DSM with...
Dear forum, Just as the title says really. I demoed some Aktiv Akubariks with an Akurate DSM, and really liked what I heard, however I was especially struck by how good some of the 24 bit studio master...
View ArticleClassical Music Boxed Sets: If It All Doesn’t Fit, Build a Bigger Box
Greetings all, An article on The New York Times website about classical music boxed sets: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/17/arts/m...wanted=all I have no connection to or association with any of the...
View ArticleBuilt-in Kolektor headphone amp: Quality?
I've been using the LK-140 and Kolektor and started headphone shopping. Would the built-in headphone amp in the Kolektor be good enough to obtain a decent, if not good, result from something like the...
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If You Like The Duckworth Lewis Method Albums?
You should like this album. The vinyl has been getting a lot of play here. Mud.
View ArticleWhen albums ruled the world....
For those in the UK who missed the original documentary on the above, it is being re-run tonight at 2350hrs on Beeb 4. Worth a watch I think....
View ArticleDS vs CD player
Just heard the Exakt system. Jaw dropping!! Which inspires me to think about upgrading my CD player (Musical Fidelity X Ray) to get a bit more out of my 100 odd CDs. With such a small library I can't...
View ArticleClassical music on vinyl?
Not sure if this should be here or in the 'music' section, but it says "all things vinyl"... I'm just wondering if there is anyone releasing good quality modern recordings by good orchestras on good...
View ArticleBaseboard screws and Ittok arm lift disassembly
Hi there! I'm new to the forum and proud owner of an LP-12/Ittok LV II. Using with a Dynavector 17d3 cartridge and Cary PH-301 preamp. The sound is sublime! Two questions, if you guys don't mind...
View ArticleBest Powerline Adaptor
I'm going to dip my toe into streaming at some point and I'm compiling a "what I will need" list. I plan to use a NAS hidden away and so I will need a Powerline adaptor to provide connectivity. So may...
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O Kazoo, Kazoo! wherefore art thou Kazoo?
Any news from anybody on the Kazoo front, either server or control point? Really looking forward to trying this. I volunteer for Beta testing on windows 7 & 8, iOS (iPad Air) or android (Nexus 7)...
View Article242 Stand Dimensions
Vaguely musing about getting some of these Auralex Subdudes, which Salty, Evo etc. are raving about. Trouble is, I'm away from home so can't check the dimensions of my 242 stands. Would someone mind...
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