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Interesting. I'm using Signal Cables' Analog Two cables from the deck to pre-amp, and pre-amp to amp. Here's what the site says about their capacitance. For pF/meter, is that essentially pF/ft x ~3.3? Signal Cables Analog Two Specs 22 AWG stranded Bare Copper Insulation - Foam FEP (Teflon)...

Ooh, I'm tempted to upgrade my MM-6 to an MP7B and get a matching black face plate :cool:

At the risk of hitting some landmines, what does MC provide that MM doesn't? My understanding is that MM has come a long way.

Yes, I have to sweeten the Tone on my amplifier to get a bright sound, which is mostly what I think I'm looking for. I don't disagree, and hearing limitations are real, but I've heard sound engineers mention the harmonics that high frequencies produce in the audible range. It's a theory...

Hey all, I need some help, and some of this is going to be basic and subjective, but I am seeking opinions here. I love my deck and setup, but I would like to improve sonic clarity on the upper end. I'm over 40, have been blasting music all my life, and went to too many rock shows without...

Anyone tried the Sumiko Amethyst with the StudioDeck? I am considering it as a replacement for my MasterTracker and stats-wise, it's very close except: It weighs 1/3 less. 6.5g vs. 9.7g Frequency Response is wider. 12Hz - 35kHz vs. 20Hz - 25kHz Stylus is a different shape, Nude Line-Contact vs...

It seems to fluctuate actually. I'm testing with the thermometer that came with it, inserted into the fold and High is reading 130 only. Not sure the sleeve is working well...

Nothing noticeable, no. The only thing I can think is that I added some velcro wraps around the protruding notches to try to keep the VinylFlat tightly closed. I wonder if these are having a counter effect.

I am having a hard making this black 180g dish flat. On medium, my pouch is getting to about 127 degrees F. I put the record in for 4 hours yesterday, let it cool overnight and there was zero change. Would you go up by 15 or 30 minute increments for one like this?

I can, but my pre-amp cannot support a LOMC. I could go for the Hanna SH though...

True. For that price, I could also try Ortofon Bronze or AT VM750SH, both of which I hear are good with the StudioMaster table.

Has anyone gotten their MasterTracker stylus replaced? I heard that MoFi will do this service, but would like to know what the crew here thinks. I have put quite a few hours on this stylus in the past 2.5 years.

Do you all remove the VF from the pouch when it's done cooking, or let it cool down inside the pouch?

Interesting. I'll run some setting tests to make sure I'm better acquainted with them. We shoot for under 130?

This is exactly why I came back to this thread. I have my VF but haven't used it in a year. Just got a Humminguru and wanted to smooth out some of my newly squeaky clean records. IIRC, I found that the cooling time is equally as important. Some of this is coming back to me now: Generally...