Machina dynamica is once again setting the standard of snake-oil tweaks to a new low:
http://cgi.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/auc.pl?accstwek&1151032327&1150948827
If they are that concerned about the magnetic influence of a wall plate, then shouldn't the screw to hold the plate onto the fixture be made of nylon? I'm surprised they're not making them out of carbon fiber and charging $75.00/plate.

I want to replace a 12 year old 75 Watt Dennon amplifier that has a "Phono" button (joke showing how old the Tuner/amp is) :-). My primary use is music and 2.1 capability. I want to run my TV,DVD/CD player and Music through the amp. I want atleast 100 Watts. I want VALUE. I could not careless about 6.1 or 7.1 or video. MY primary concern is music at a 2.1 clean amp quality. Please help. In car terms I am looking for "Acura/Lexus" quality..... not "rolls-royce" or "Ferrari" quality.

Thanks for any input you could offer.

Doug

Cheapskate, can we get a mini review form you on your new machine. I know your an avid vinyl enthusiast, but are you listening to more CD's lately, out of convenience and because of that fine digital front end.

Your thoughts on SACD? Have you had a chance to sample a few of the hi-rez discs?

Inquiring minds want to know!

RG

I hope this is the right spot to ask this, found this forum via Google trying to find help for my record player..

My mother bought me one of those Nostalgic players, and it used to run great, now I noticed that the player is running a little slower.. For example, 33rpm is about 30rpm, and it's noticeable.. If I select 45rpm, it's about 42rpm, and if I select 78rpm, it's about 75rpm...

How can I go about fixing this? The unit is not even a year old, but is passed it's warranty.

Thanks..

PS: I checked the belt, and it has enough tension.

It has been a few (15 or so) years since I last acquired any new stereo items. I am looking to downsize and simplify my system. Vinyl and CDs is what I'll be listening to. Several of the integrated amps (Creek, Music Hall & others)that I've looked have no balance, treble or bass adjustments. Is this a new trend? Have industry standards changed?

I just picked up a pair of Sony MDR-V700 headphones. Before anyone yelps at me I did get them brand new for $75 after tax and shipping which makes them a decent set for that price, quite obviously not worth the $150 msrp. Anyway, these are 24 ohm cans and I was wondering if I should get an amp to go with them. I've been plugging them into my receiver at home but at work I use my creative zen sleek and am looking at getting some higher quality but still portability. Of course, if I should have one at home as well I'll change my attitude towards the portability.