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    Bowers & Wilkins P5 Impressions

    I feel sort of dirty after reading that. Just sayin'.
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    Bowers & Wilkins P5 Impressions

    I'll be posting here in the next few days my impressions of the Bowers & Wilkins P5s, just bought a pair. I currently own a pair of AKG K702s, which I'm fairly happy with. Granted, they're driven by an Audio-GD C-2. However, as I'm working in the office and out and about, I needed a pair of...
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    Speaker Pedestals

    I'm re-arranging my room to make my audio set-up make a bit more sense, with a listening seat and speakers in their correct positions. I have a problem, well, more-so of a dilemma, but the speakers (pair of Acoustic Research 1969 AR-2x's) have been sitting on the ground for the last few months...
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    2011 International CES show product unveiling

    So, it's the 6th. Where's my announcement? I'm excited!   Edit:   Wait, is this it? http://www.sennheiserusa.com/press_releases_01062011?00002   Slightly underwhelming, but that's cool.
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    Well, this didn't take long. I've noticed a problem with the Turntable, it's somewhat minor, but I'd like to take care of it if I can. I notice a slight buzzing whenever there is no music playing, I presume its persistent through the music, though I can't hear it. It goes away if I press down...
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    Thanks man. I actually went to replace the belt, and realized the "catch" or o-ring for the pulley, that sits inside the pulley to make it spin when in contact with motor spindel, had actually dried out. So I took it out and DIY'd a fix using a glue gun. I'm still not entirely sure about the...
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    It's alive!! I've got everything working now, and oh my word it sounds fantastic. Worth every bit of time and heh, money. Here's a few pictures, if you guys have any questions, I'd love to answer them. My only concern it pops just a tad too much, I'd like to get rid of some of that popping...
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    What's your most expensive piece of Audio equipment (headphones or speaker)?

    Not headphones, but my SOTA Star was a good deal but is still the most expensive piece of equipment I own.
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    2011 Atlanta Meet on March 19

    Definitely interested. I can't say I could contribute much equipment, but I'm willing to help out. In Chattanooga, wouldn't be too far of a drive.
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    If the VTF is 1.75 grams, I believe I did. The black box is a variable speed control I believe with an on switch for the turntable. I've never configured a turntable cartridge before, so this should be interesting. A lot of trial and error, I'm sure. I feel like the guy who's never had money and...
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    It's very level, actually. That, and the deck actually suspends itself using some weird mount. So any environmental changes, it adjusts for it. The arm looks good though, took my time setting it up, I've got it to where it just floats. I think that's what it's supposed to do. Here are some...
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    9pintube, the vacuum line is in good shape, the pump seems to work. I'll find out when I put in the belt. The serial number is 14418, or that may be the model number. There are no other numbers on the back. Where it says "Serial Number" it is blank. The tonearm is a Sumiko Premier MMT, which is...
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    New Sota Sapphire (Vacuum Version)

    Hey guys, I will be posting pictures soon. That said, I am the proud new owner of a Sota Sapphire (vacuum version) turntable. I'm psyched, it's gorgeous. I bought it for $400 (what a deal, I spent weeks scouring for one), spent $100 on a Rega Bias 2 to pair with it. I just ordered a belt for it...
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    Turntable Questions

    Sorry I haven't responded yet, I don't have the SOTA Sapphire yet. Decided to forgo the expense this month, but I'm picking it up next month -- it's on hold for me.
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    Bookshelf Speakers DIY

    Hey, thanks guys. I had already been talking to DIY Audio as well. Turns out, I have to replace the woofer. I've already done so, its on its way. Additionally, I'm going to apply new surrounds to both speakers. Should be good as new in a few days. I'm redoing the grill frame/material, as they...
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    Bookshelf Speakers DIY

    I'm having some problems with both of my woofers, hope you guys can give me some advice. On one of my wonderful AR-2x's, the woofer just needs to have its surrounds replaced. That should be an easy task, right?   On the other one, it seems like the spider is scorched a bit on the inside...
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    Turntable Questions

    Well the motor doesn't need replacing, just lubing. Shouldn't be a huge issue. I understand that is the reason its clicking, but if it isn't, it's good that it can be replaced.
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    Turntable Questions

    I have yet to pick it up! I'm so excited. I'll probably dedicate an entire thread to that sucker once I pick it up on Aug 2nd or so. It's the version with the vacuum seal, I'm pretty excited about getting it running. I'll be sure to let you guys know. I'd love to hear it with a Ortofon 2M if you...
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    Bookshelf Speakers DIY

    Yeah, the woofers are scraping and the surrounds are gone. I'm ordering the replacement parts soon, hopefully I can get this in working condition.
  20. Zafsk

    Bookshelf Speakers DIY

    Well, I can safely say my woofers still exist in the physical realm so that's not a problem. Not sure where to get parts, or even what parts are in it. Any AR experts in here?
  21. Zafsk

    Bookshelf Speakers DIY

    Thanks for all the information. I went down to my hi-fi store and found a pair of AR-2x's from the early 1970s for $25, there's something severely wrong with the woofers but the cabinets were too gorgeous (both in wood and build quality) to let go. There's nothing wrong with the tweeters, but...
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    Turntable Questions

    I am stupidly glad I didn't buy any tables in the past few days -- I stopped by a local audio store here in town that I must have passed by 100 times in my 15 years living here. I spoke with the guy who owned the shop for awhile, bought some cabinets and tweeters for a DIY Bookshelf speaker...
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    Turntable Questions

    I am stupidly glad I didn't buy any tables in the past few days -- I stopped by a local audio store here in town that I must have passed by 100 times in my 15 years living here. I spoke with the guy who owned the shop for awhile, bought some cabinets and tweeters for a DIY Bookshelf speaker...
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    Blue Jeans Cable MSA-1 Audio Cable Impressions

    I've always been a little skeptical about the "buy better cables, it improves the sound" argument but jeez, I'm a believer now. I bought 5ft of the MSA-1 stereo audio cable from Blue Jeans Cable on the recommendation from a friend. First off, just out of the box, I noticed heavier connectors...
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