DENON DSN-72 DSN72 JM-78K JM78K  It seems like a $2500 phonostage would be vastly out of place in my system. Ships from and sold by LP GEAR. JVC DT-55 DT55 DT 55B DT55B DT-55W DT55W DT-55II DT55II DT-59 DT-58II DT59 DT58II Marantz TT-15s1. I ordered this. Opinions are nice and plentiful but I own the P6, buy the Dr. Feickert. Good price considering the materials used (carbon fiber). Info. All rights reserved. Answer: Yes. Â. Â, Import taxes is the wrong word. I had McIntosh SS Preamp C28. Nothing in the environment bothers it. The Volare with what tonearm? Rega RP3 Turntable. This is a second turntable in my home, the first being a Spiral groove. Top-tier ’tables, however, are more stable in imaging; their silences are darker, their dynamic and tonal contrasts wider and better resolved. Also the Herron, and Manley Chinook. I would consider the Rega P8 and use a Moving Magnet Cartridge such as the AT Elliot mentioned or the Goldring 1042. - By LP GEAR on October 13, 2016, LP Gear CARBON FIDELITY CF3600LE cartridge, LP Gear CARBON FIDELITY CF3600LE Ultimate SET, LP Gear N23 Super Natural Record Cleaning & Anti-static Solution, LP Gear X3 Record Cleaning & Anti-Static Brush (comparable value $30.00), Audio-Technica AT634 Record Care Solution from Japan, Audio-Technica Stylus Cleaner AT607a with brush applicator, Upgrade Kit for Audio-Technica AT-LP60 AT-LP60X AT-LP60USB AT-LP60-BT AT-LP60XBT turntable, Audio-Technica AT-LP60 turntable belt - Super ViVid, LP Gear 78 RPM replacement for Audio-Technica ATN3600 stylus. On a side note, Kat the turntable specialist at Upscsle Audio recently purchased a Feickart Volare for herself. ... 3-in-1 Record Clamp LP Disc Stabilizer Turntable Vibration Balanced Golden. So easy to install too with new screws.  We started modestly with an AT LP120, and are lucky to have a friend who just happened to have a pair of Totem Rainmakers sitting in his garage collecting dust, which he gave to us, along with a TSC sub and all cables. I think its a steal.Â. I think in your budget, that would be an excellent choice without feeling the need to upgrade in a cpl years after the bug really sets in. If you want to spend more the the Clearaudio Maestro V2 is an excellent cartridge which will run with $2-3000 MC cartridges. SANSUI SV-111 SV-1112 SV111 SV1112 SANSUI MODELS 550 1400 DR-600 DR600 J500 P-1000 P1000 P-3000 P3000 P-E70 PE70 P-E 50 PE 50 P-E 70 PE 70 SYSTEM220 SYSTEM330 SYSTEM10 TP1400 TP220 Hands down, the best $1500 turntable available is the Music Hall mmf-7.3 (best bang for buck in the Music hall line-up). SANSUI SN111 SN1112 SN3601 SN3601/2 SN-111 SN-1112 SN-3601 SN-3601/2  We love spinning records, and listen to a lot of jazz, pop, and classical music. Smart approach waiting for speakers. That is why they are called "duty free shops". Let me try and respond: Adding another recommendation on already crowded recommendation would not help any, so I will just second Technics SL1200GR, or SL1200G if you can afford. cartridges, the new Carbon Fidelity (CF) N3600LE stylus harnesses carbon fiber technology to advance To use AT120’s preamp now, you need a MM cartridge, I think this one an excellent choice, https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/cartridges/type/moving-magnet/vm740ml. It’s friendly but crude, like that uncle who makes bad jokes at Thanksgiving. I would rate it right up there with my Onkyo received/Rega turntable pair upstairs. "3 Take A Sneak Peak At The Movies Coming Out This Week (8/12) The Weeknd stuns with Super Bowl half-time show; A look at Patrick Mahomes, star quarterback and philanthropist We offer the most extensive universe of high quality replacement styli and turntable belts on the planet! I preferred the AT120 phono to the C28’s. "The sonic improvement was noticeable in terms of high frequency clarity and extension and improved detail. TEAC PA688. Many tonearms come with an easily adjustable VTA collar. Listen to the new voice of music. During playback it only took a tap on the Volare plinth or my old Polycrystal platform to elicit an ugly thump through the system. to bring out the subtleties and finesse of music extracted from the grooves of records and LPs. JVC DT-55II DT55II QL-F300 QLF300 DT-55 DT55 L-F11Z LF11Z MD-1055E MD1055E MD-1055Z MD1055Z Answer: Yes it can be used as direct replacement for the stylus used with the Audio-Technica AT-LP2D.  Plus you should expect your local dealer to set it up so it’s plug and play to youÂ. From my email communicated with Chris Feickert, the motor in the Volare table was a bit 'over designed' to provide speed stability and accuracy.Â. ... Jico 192-VN35HE Hyper Elliptical Stylus for Shure V15. Though a different character from the ATN95E this one has a receptive and inviting tone. YAMAHA N-707 N707 N-7700 N7700 N-7800 N7800 N-7900 N7900 N-7900 N7900 N-710 N710 N-595 N595 CG-7900 CG7900, CARTRIDGES It will not fit the AT95E cartridge. MUSIC HALL USB1 USB-1 Pioneer PL-30-K Automatic Single Play Turntable.  We have decided it is time to invest in our own system. SHARP N-7900 STY-123 STY-138 STY-140 STY-141 STY-142 STY-155 STY-163 SHARP CARTRIDGES 123 Footnote 1: Customer Review, "LP GEAR CF3600LE Cartridge Set". 5 Carbon fiber technology for remarkable nuance and tonal complexity MONO cartridge for Mono LP’s, the Mono cartridges do not reproduce vertical movement, the sound is better or far better than Stereo Cartridge used in Mono Mode. It far exceeded my expectations. So much so, that when I chose a MC cartridge, I chose to use a SUT (step up transformer), to continue to use the McIntosh’s phono. It features an elliptical stylus and tracks between 1.6 and 2.0 grams. I almost purchased SL1200GR, but changed my mind when Denon DP80 became available for local pickup. If you really want a jump up in turntables then put your OL arm on a Sota Sapphire. 1. current elliptical for certain LP grooves; fun but ’not great engineering/sound’ (avoiding wear on your more expensive MC cartridge with fixed Stylus) 2. new MM for AT120 now and use on new TT/Phono Stage later. In its price segment, few. "1 Twin-Flux™ magnets, high-quality moving system fulcrum and radial damping ring allied with a Spectra elliptical diamond tip Glad that miller carbon has left the thread, now you will get valuable responses. The least expensive of Ortofon's 2M moving-magnet cartridges (the series name is shorthand for MM), the Red offers a 5.5mV output, a replaceable elliptical stylus, highish compliance, a recommended tracking force of 1.8gm, and a square-front body with threaded mounting holes, for ease of … Same with the choice of TT. BTW, changable headshell can be a real asset for a single arm TT. If I listened to more vinyl,  like it sounds you do, I would have gone one step up, such as say the P8 or 10 or the Doctor with the higher priced Hana MC, which will run you around $5k. Footnote 3: Michael Fremer, "Pioneer PL-30-K Automatic Single Play Turntable", Analog Planet, June 10, 2015.  I would pause on the ML until you have figured out your phono preamp and can dial in the exact load and coil capacitance that would be needed to extract that last drop of goodness.Cartridges in the $1000 - $2000 price range (and I put the SL and ML in that range because they are exceptional values) should be considered along with the phono preamp. - Music that makes you want to listen.®. Black, red and wood finish currently in stock. Though it was in my top three, and also highly regarded. AUDIO TECHNICA AT-PL50 AT-LP60 AT-LP60USB I prefer the more expensive ($1795/Ortofon 2m bronze) Walnut version myself, beautiful. - Output voltage @ 1kHz,5cm/sec. Footnote 5: Ibid. At your service for 20+ years, LP Gear® is a global analog resource specializing in turntable stylus replacements, phono cartridges, belts, needles, headphones, audio electronics and accessories. The RP3 turntable takes Rega’s philosophy of a lightweight plinth to the next level. Price: USD$399 Speed; 33/45 Weight: 5.6kg Tonearm: 8.6″ carbon. SANYO 200 250 300 500 560 687 88 DCXW8 DCX18 J500 MIDIW18 RACK350 RACK360 RACKSYSTEM250 RACKSYSTEM60 SYSTEM1400 SYSTEM220 SYSTEM330 SYSTEM550 SYSTEM1400 SYSTEM220 SYSTEM230 SYSTEM550 TP-220 TP220 TP-250 TP250 TP-220 TP220 V32 STL-5D ST-L5D STL5D TOSHIBA C-16 C16 I recommend a phono stage with optional settings to accommodate your next cartridge as well as what you choose now. It will surprise and astound. Have you ever given it a try? No need to hurry as hearing improvement in stages is really fun. I would buy the Dr. Feickert Volare over the Rega P6. PHILIPS F310 F320 F330 F780 GP780 My dad landed on the Planar 6, Ania Pro, and Aria phono stage. KENWOOD N-74 N-76 N74 N76 replaces and upgrades. I have already seen some good advice, if you are looking are at an MC cartridge I would suggest a Soundsmith Phono stage, the best bang for your buck which allows you to dial in any loading for your cartridge. "5 This was an area that was a disappointment. SHARP RP-7900 SC-4900AV A good isolation base along the lines of my reference Critical Mass Sotto Voce turned out to be the solution. I also considered a Sutherland phonostage, and had a very nice conversation with the owner. btw, none of it’s optional loading is best for the Hana ML. - By LP GEAR on August 12, 2016, Question: Can this replace the stylus af an AT95E? I can't offer a comparison with your other options but we are content.Â. $1500, looks great, and comes with a great cartridge. DUAL CS138 CS511 CS514 CS520 CS610Q HIFI1020 HIFI1120 HIFI1160 HIFI1180 HIFI1260 HIFI1460 HS120 HS14 Carbon fiber composites offer 10 times the strength of steel at half the weight.   You can get them serviced anywhere.... https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/dr-feickert-analogue-volare-record-player, https://www.technics.com/us/products/grand-class/direct-drive-turntable-system-sl-1200g.html, https://hifiheaven.net/shop/Technics-SL-1200GR-Grand-Class-Direct-Drive-Turntable-System, https://sotaturntables.com/product-category/heritage-series/. That speaks volumes, or at least to me. Very little would compare to the SG. LP Gear CF3600LE cartridge, Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge, Ortofon 2M Bronze cartridge, Rega Carbon, Supex SD 901 Super cartridge, Denon DL-103 cartridge, Denon DL-110 cartridge, Grace F-9E cartridge. Good luck and enjoy. As I saw in another comment it is important that you get a system that works together as well as keeping within your budget. Currently the table is connected to a Manley Chinook amp which I am also very happy with. Each producer's carbon fiber differs from those of its competitors, and the processing details are considered to be intellectual property. MAGNOVOX 1850 1851 BC1849 MD1849 Thank you all very much. This is a very heavy unit indicating a robust power supply to feed the output stages. 4. I didn't experience the problems that were described in the links, maybe the opposite. ", AT120. Not inside like some.  Rega is pretty large, and normally that means a better value with a larger support system. Question: Will this work with my music hall USB-1? Having such a special tt, and buying a second table without breaking the bank was difficult. I had a Rega RP6 with the Exact 2 MM cartridge.  I paired it with a Pass Labs XP15.  I know you mentioned you will be getting a Hana, which I think will make all the difference in the world, as I found the RP6 with the Exact 2 to be unlistenable-- as in I wanted to throw a sneaker at it every time I put a record on. We are both very happy with our purchases. produce music that makes you want to listen. Free Shipping to USA on orders over $79.95*, some products excluded. German engineering as we know they know how to build great products. If you get serious you will eventually want to upgrade the platter, sub platter and tonearm, $2000.00. It took   3 phonostages before finally feeling satisfied . The CFN3600LE replaces the original stylus and upgrades its sound quality.   But he is a small batch producer. I would check and see if one of the tonearms available comes with VTA adjustment you can easily do without getting under the TT. Are you using it’s provided cartridge? When you get down to table selection you need to look at tonearm comparability along with whatever cartridge you plan to use. Further, an increase in platter size and weight gives the Debut Carbon DC even smoother rotation. 4.8 out of 5 stars (21) Total Ratings 21, $129.00 New. Dear @bruinuclafan : I think that a better option for the TT is this one today design: Elliot makes a lot of sense. All the capacitance and resistor toggles are at the bottom of the unit. I am extremely happy with Dr. Feickert's table and would highly recommended it. ONKYO OC-61 OC61 The Rega Planar 1 has been out and about for a little while and so Paul Rigby has been able to have a good long look at the thing before giving it a thorough review. The special carbon fiber used in the Carbon Fidelity cartridges and styli is patiently and expertly considered for its signature characteristics  Anything more expensive and you are in a rarified area I cannot comment on.The KC Vibe is awesome. The Volare uses lots of the same  Feickart build quality for a fraction on the cost as there highly regarded Blackbird, Firebird, and Woodpecker. PANASONIC EPC-36 EPC36 EPC-36SMBD EPC36SMBD EPC-43STSD EPC43STSD EPC-75SMHD EPC75SMHD  And you pay a premium for that. CROSLEY NP-3, CROSLEY NP3 $499: $499: NEW. AIWA PX-E850 PX-E860U RX-E860U The TT is very stable and I didn't have to make any adjustment since the original setup, although I do check periodically. subtle, crisp sounds were suddenly plucked out of the vinyl I hadn't even known were there. Order processing is delayed several days due to Covid-19 staff absences and quarantine. Piano black available. "Rega's $445 RP-1 fitted with an Audio-Technica-manufactured Carbon cartridge (It's an AT3600L, so the aforementioned LP Gear CFN3600LE stylus would be an excellent upgrade stylus for it)." Note: Please compare with yours. I have heard both brands extensively in familiar systems. The LP Gear CFN3600LE stylus is designed as the upgrade stylus for the ATN3600L used with your turntable. ● Harmonically exquisite, refractive, large multidimensional soundstage AUDIO TECHNICA ATN-3600L ATN3600L ATN-3601E ATN3601E ATN-3602E ATN3602E ATN-360l ATN360l ATN-3650 ATN3650 ATN-3650C ATN3650C ATN-3650L ATN3650L ATN-3652 ATN3652 ATN-3652E ATN3652E ATN-2001 ATN2001 ATN-2002 ATN2002 ATN-2003 ATN2003 ATN-2004 ATN2004 ATN-2005 ATN2005 ATN-3651 ATN3651 ATN-3691 ATN3691ATN-91 ATN91 ATN-91E ATN91E "4 STYLUS NEEDLES These are made by Audio-Technica and rebranded LPG. Answer: Yes it will fit, directly replace the DSN-82 stylus used with the Marantz TT5005 turntable. Lots of detail, power and punch. @mijostyn - I was looking at the OL MK3A tonearm if I went with the Feickert. The Feickert.Â, @ bruinuclafan - it was in my system $ 79.95 *, some excluded... 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