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    DS Audio 003

    This review of the Master 3 suggests that the bigger improvement is with the cartridge rather than the pre/energiser https://www.peakhifi.co.uk/files/HFN%20Jan%20DS%20Audio%20Master%203_Reprint.pdf
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    Best amplification for Wilson Audio Sascha DAW

    That is a great place to be. Ultimately, this hobby is all about enjoying the music
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    Best amplification for Wilson Audio Sascha DAW

    I don’t think you lose much with the 160S compared to the 160M.
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    Upgrade turntable or tonearm?

    I am tending more towards upgrading the TT to the AF3P. I think the 4P9 is an excellent arm, but I have a slight preference for 4P11 (I like the VTA on the fly option). I would keep the 4P11 and the Glanz, although I may trade that up for the MH1200S.
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    Upgrade turntable or tonearm?

    The Stabi-R is excellent. I prefer it to the SME 20/3, which can make records sound a bit dead/flat (it definitely benefits from a more 'lively' cartridge). Will be very interesting to hear your thoughts - I could well end up doing same!
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    Upgrade turntable or tonearm?

    I currently run three turntables (SME 20/3 with series V tonearm, Kuzma Stabi-R with two tonearms - 4P11 and 4P9 - and PTP Lenco with a Glanz 94S) and I have decided it is time to consolidate. The plan is to sell the SME, PTP Lenco and 4P9 tonearm and probably to keep the Stabi-R to run with the...
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    Koetsu

    I think that Ana Mighty would be the place to go. From @dcc posts they serviced/overhauled his Transfiguration cartridge
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    Kondo vs Allnic

    Details half way down the page here: https://www.kevalinaudio.com/allnicacclaimedphonostages Corby's Audio posted photos yesterday https://www.instagram.com/p/C4S74jouQWX/?igsh=NWh5bnR2YjA3aXdi
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    Kondo vs Allnic

    I came close to purchasing the ARC 3SE (natural match for my ARC pre and power) but an extremely good value H8000 came available after the dealer was looking to sell to make way for the new H10000. Price was too good to refuse. I’m absolutely blown away by the H8000.
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    Kondo vs Allnic

    I have just purchased the H8000 - which is just extraordinary. I’m interested in your comment. What higher quality tubes do you recommend?
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    advice sought, turntables $10-20k

    STST with Schroeder and Soundsmith should be a fantastic combination. Apparently STST are Peter Ledermann's favourite turntables. The Soundsmith room at Munich last year featured two of them: https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2023/05/26/the-soundsmith-system-munich-2023/
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    Best amplification for Wilson Audio Sascha DAW

    I own Audio Research Ref6SE pre and 160S power and it is a wonderful match for my Sashas (had DAWs up until last month, now have Sasha Vs). Couldn’t be happier. ARC are great for open, airy and layered sound - perfect for long listening. Definitely worth adding to your shortlist to demo
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    Analogue Heaven in Paris - My Visit to Ana Mighty Sound

    Really interesting report - I love reading these (I keep saying to François that I will make it to Paris to visit, but I have yet to do so. My wife is concerned that I may end up remortgaging the house to buy a full Anamighty set up! Whereas I feel it would be money well spent...) Out of...
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    Chord Price Reductions

    I have just seen this post from Chord announcing a reduction to their prices now that supply chain issues have resolved and costs have returned to pre-pandemic levels: https://chordelectronics.co.uk/2023-price-reductions?fbclid=IwAR2OaHMHGJkGdPTbmr-2dyBUsyyn0cdC1G0-JRCssKHhNxKVDE3od-OkEig I...
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    What's Spinning Tonight?

    New PJ Harvey followed by the remastered Stop Making Sense, sounding better than ever
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