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[A/V Solutions]

Here is were I'm at currently, planning to add two more with in years end.....

[Admin]

Oh man...that's just not fair Jeff.

[A/V Solutions]

The rest of the tables....

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[Dpod4]

Cool tables...what is the last one? Love the carbon fiber and wood mash up.

Is it fair to ask if left on a desert island, what 1-2 tables you would take with you??

[A/V Solutions]

Cool tables...what is the last one? Love the carbon fiber and wood mash up.

Is it fair to ask if left on a desert island, what 1-2 tables you would take with you??

The last one is a vintage Thorens TD-160 I did a few years back......the AMG :D

[MDP]

Jeff, is that AMG as good as I've been told ?

[A/V Solutions]

Jeff, is that AMG as good as I've been told ?

Its pretty darn nice IMO.....

[Puma Cat]

Jeff, leading the way! ;)

I'll post my three TTs here shortly.

[A/V Solutions]

Jeff, leading the way! ;)

I'll post my three TTs here shortly.

Someone has to do it :D......nice to see you here and looking forward to the pics.

[f1 fan]

Jeff...nice 'tables;)

Dave

[A/V Solutions]

Jeff...nice 'tables;)

Dave

Thanks Dave.....Welcome!

[Dpod4]

Good to know...I just picked up an AMG...will give my Clearaudio a run for its money!

[A/V Solutions]

Good to know...I just picked up an AMG...will give my Clearaudio a run for its money!

Congrats on the AMG, its awesome table......a bit different than the Clearaudio which is a nice table too, Happy Listening!

[Dpod4]

Jeff, how would you compare the AMG and the Innovation Wood?


Congrats on the AMG, its awesome table......a bit different than the Clearaudio which is a nice table too, Happy Listening!

[A/V Solutions]

Jeff, how would you compare the AMG and the Innovation Wood?

Darrin.....A brief discription:

The AMG is a touch warmer and full bodied, the CA hi-lights its upper freq more so, the detail side of things will seem a smidge further out front. The AMG upper freq range is softer than the CA but not lacking (think more refined) I think the AMG has slightly lower noise floor (musician appear from a blacker background). I enjoy both tables and both do well with many different cartridges.

[Dpod4]

Thanks, Jeff. I'm running the Clearaudio with a Benz LP-S which I think softens things a bit. I definitely wouldn't want things any leaner or more analytical tho so happy to hear the comparison.


Darrin.....A brief discription:

The AMG is a touch warmer and full bodied, the CA hi-lights its upper freq more so, the detail side of things will seem a smidge further out front. The AMG upper freq range is softer than the CA but not lacking (think more refined) I think the AMG has slightly lower noise floor (musician appear from a blacker background). I enjoy both tables and both do well with many different cartridges.

[tonepub]

Gotta get my studio rearranged and get some photos up soon...

[A/V Solutions]

Gotta get my studio rearranged and get some photos up soon...

Please do.....I hear you have a few TT's in the stable.

[ohbythebay]

I currently have 4 tables in my stable (stable of tables?..hmmm) though I have owned quite a few. I started refurbing and selling to friends in need and heck, I just love to play with them. I even make wood bases for some to dress them up (you would be surprised)

So the first four...

DIY - Do iT yourself self built table (made using a Dual EDS500 motor, platter and strobe) , AT1100 arm and an AT OC9/III MC cart
Dual 721 with custom base I built - AT150Mlx Cart
ATLP120 for a knock around and AT440Ml/OCC - Technics SL1200 and I share the cart with the ATLP120

The other pics are tables I have SPRUCED UP...:rolleyes:

[A/V Solutions]

I currently have 4 tables in my stable (stable of tables?..hmmm) though I have owned quite a few. I started refurbing and selling to friends in need and heck, I just love to play with them. I even make wood bases for some to dress them up (you would be surprised)

So the first four...

DIY - Do iT yourself self built table (made using a Dual EDS500 motor, platter and strobe) , AT1100 arm and an AT OC9/III MC cart
Dual 721 with custom base I built - AT150Mlx Cart
ATLP120 for a knock around and AT440Ml/OCC - Technics SL1200 and I share the cart with the ATLP120

The other pics are tables I have SPRUCED UP...:rolleyes:

Ohbythebay.....welcome and nice fleet of spinners.

[Mike]

I currently have 4 tables in my stable (stable of tables?..hmmm) though I have owned quite a few. I started refurbing and selling to friends in need and heck, I just love to play with them. I even make wood bases for some to dress them up (you would be surprised)

So the first four...

DIY - Do iT yourself self built table (made using a Dual EDS500 motor, platter and strobe) , AT1100 arm and an AT OC9/III MC cart
Dual 721 with custom base I built - AT150Mlx Cart
ATLP120 for a knock around and AT440Ml/OCC - Technics SL1200 and I share the cart with the ATLP120

The other pics are tables I have SPRUCED UP...:rolleyes:

Another vinyl fan! :)

[ohbythebay]

without a doubt ...Vinyl resurged for me about 2 years ago...I went from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat...LOL...I have not only purchased equipment but built things also - Like my phono stage, 1 turntable and a kick a$$ Record Cleaning machine....

It convienantly slide out of my main cabinet
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The music room...My wife actually helped me

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[Mike]

without a doubt ...Vinyl resurged for me about 2 years ago...I went from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat...LOL...I have not only purchased equipment but built things also - Like my phono stage, 1 turntable and a kick a$$ Record Cleaning machine....

It convienantly slide out of my main cabinet
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The music room...My wife actually helped me

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Very nice looking room and setup!

[joeinid]

What a great setup. Mike, and I think everyone else, is trying to get me into a TT setup. I said yes but I'm still a few months away from pulling the trigger. I am looking forward to it.

[joeinid]

ohbythebay,

I may need some advice on the whole TT thing.

[f1 fan]

Ohbythebay.....welcome and nice fleet of spinners.

+1...nice 'tables. Join us on the What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table thread.

Dave

[Face]

http://face.cleanandquiet.com/store/Striped%20Rega.jpg
This started as a NAD 533(Rega P2), but now has 3" of baltic birch ply added to the plinth, upgraded arm, cart, platter, motor, spindle, belt, etc...

[A/V Solutions]

Face......nice looking table, big improvements over the prior?

[ohbythebay]

ohbythebay,

I may need some advice on the whole TT thing.

Joe, just ask...

What kind of advice do you need ? Type, function, what fits with your current system ? Be glad to help.

In terms of setup, I have a handy Intro to Turntable setup video if you need that kind of help. 20 minutes long for the basic beginner. Probably could use an update and I am still planning a second video on IN DEPTH CARTRIDGE AND TONEARM ALIGNMENT past the basic setup

Video is on youtube here
http://youtu.be/CnskL8Pe6fk

[ohbythebay]

http://face.cleanandquiet.com/store/Striped%20Rega.jpg
This started as a NAD 533(Rega P2), but now has 3" of baltic birch ply added to the plinth, upgraded arm, cart, platter, motor, spindle, belt, etc...

Beautiful !!! What arm is that ? I LOVE WOOD...LOL

[joeinid]

Joe, just ask...

What kind of advice do you need ? Type, function, what fits with your current system ? Be glad to help.

In terms of setup, I have a handy Intro to Turntable setup video if you need that kind of help. 20 minutes long for the basic beginner. Probably could use an update and I am still planning a second video on IN DEPTH CARTRIDGE AND TONEARM ALIGNMENT past the basic setup

Video is on youtube here
http://youtu.be/CnskL8Pe6fk

Thanks for the video. Awesome! When I get closer to getting a setup, I'll have a lot of help and really appreciate it.

[jwhite613]

Jeff... Love all the tables!!!

[jwhite613]

Bay... Nice collection of tables. Great to have another vinylhead here at the Shark!!! :)

[jwhite613]

http://face.cleanandquiet.com/store/Striped%20Rega.jpg
This started as a NAD 533(Rega P2), but now has 3" of baltic birch ply added to the plinth, upgraded arm, cart, platter, motor, spindle, belt, etc...

Face... Beautiful work!!!

[cmalak]

Here's my rig although it has been out of commission for about a year due to busted cart which I have not yet replaced :(:

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[jwhite613]

Here's my rig although it has been out of commission for about a year due to busted cart which I have not yet replaced :(:

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Cyril... We need to get you spinning again!!! :)

[ohbythebay]

Here's my rig although it has been out of commission for about a year due to busted cart which I have not yet replaced :(:

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Another gorgeous table ! What cart are you trying to replace ? MM or MC ?

[dlb2]

Ooh, it's a Benz too. I've heard about a big delay on those from somewhere!!!

http://audioshark.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=297&d=1365713997

[ohbythebay]

Is this yours ?
http://www.lpgear.com/product/BENZMCGOLD.html

Very sweet ....I am running one of these
http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATOC9III.html

But LP gear is having a killer deal on the previous model..VERY detailed
...for about 60% of the cost

http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATC01.html

[Face]

Face......nice looking table, big improvements over the prior?
Thank you. Yes, the difference wasn't subtle.

Beautiful !!! What arm is that ? I LOVE WOOD...LOL
Thanks! RB301, and the veneer is ribbon mahogany.

Face... Beautiful work!!!
Thank you!

[joeinid]

Is this yours ?
http://www.lpgear.com/product/BENZMCGOLD.html

Very sweet ....I am running one of these
http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATOC9III.html

But LP gear is having a killer deal on the previous model..VERY detailed
...for about 60% of the cost

http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATC01.html

Rob,
I can see I need to learn a lot. Thanks for the links!

[cmalak]

Another gorgeous table ! What cart are you trying to replace ? MM or MC ?

Bay...my cart is the Benz Micro Glider SL. It along with most other Benz carts from the Ace on up has been back ordered for a while (over a year). Thanks for your comments.

[cmalak]

Cyril... We need to get you spinning again!!! :)

Jeff...I hear you.

[f1 fan]

Cyril... We need to get you spinning again!!! :)

+1...

Dave

[MDP]

+1...

Dave

+2

[ohbythebay]

Bay...my cart is the Benz Micro Glider SL. It along with most other Benz carts from the Ace on up has been back ordered for a while (over a year). Thanks for your comments.

Oh ..sorry !! The HIGHer end Benz...sweet...It looks to me like its nude....does it come like that ? Sorry to hear its out of commission ...been there...

I looked too..why so many places (all really) out of stock ? The manufacturer limits the stock ?

[cmalak]

Oh ..sorry !! The HIGHer end Benz...sweet...It looks to me like its nude....does it come like that ? Sorry to hear its out of commission ...been there...

I looked too..why so many places (all really) out of stock ? The manufacturer limits the stock ?

Bay...Yes it does come like that and I tore the cantilever right off about a year ago with my LP brush :( As to Benz inventory or lack thereof, I believe it has to do with them being a very small shop and having more demand than they can deal with, although, it does not seem like they have the same issues keeping inventory in Europe and Asia, so I am not sure what the whole story is there. I do know the US importer has had issues with them for a while. They have been quoting me a year turnaround to do a retip on the cart. I may just have to bite the bullet and either do a Soundsmith retip which will change the sonic character of the cart or go with something like the Dynavector 20X-2 for now until I can pony up for a hgher end cart. We'll see.

[ohbythebay]

Bay...Yes it does come like that and I tore the cantilever right off about a year ago with my LP brush :( As to Benz inventory or lack thereof, I believe it has to do with them being a very small shop and having more demand than they can deal with, although, it does not seem like they have the same issues keeping inventory in Europe and Asia, so I am not sure what the whole story is there. I do know the US importer has had issues with them for a while. They have been quoting me a year turnaround to do a retip on the cart. I may just have to bite the bullet and either do a Soundsmith retip which will change the sonic character of the cart or go with something like the Dynavector 20X-2 for now until I can pony up for a hgher end cart. We'll see.

Sorry Cyril..I do feel your pain..

A while back I ordered an AT cart you can only get in Japan (AT33PTG/II)...Took 4 weeks to get here. Mounted and the suspension was collapsed. The seller was great, I shipped it back and he immediately sent me another ...I had it two days and had a loose wire...and did the dumbest thing ever...used a soldering iron on the terminal clip and wire..without taking it off the cart !!! Smoked. Spent another 600 for a new one...two months...suspension failed...I contacted AT and they dont warranty ones purchased overseas.

Bottom line, AT stepped up and said they would replace it and gave me a choice ..another AT33 from Japan (3 week wait) or they would let me have a US Model - the AT OC9/III...I took door number 2 ...been working fine...

Reason I feel your pain is I know what its like to not have the cart and to feel like your have a rock and a hard place...Best of luck..If I see the Benz available I will be sure to let you know !!!

[cmalak]

Sorry Cyril..I do feel your pain..

A while back I ordered an AT cart you can only get in Japan (AT33PTG/II)...Took 4 weeks to get here. Mounted and the suspension was collapsed. The seller was great, I shipped it back and he immediately sent me another ...I had it two days and had a loose wire...and did the dumbest thing ever...used a soldering iron on the terminal clip and wire..without taking it off the cart !!! Smoked. Spent another 600 for a new one...two months...suspension failed...I contacted AT and they dont warranty ones purchased overseas.

Bottom line, AT stepped up and said they would replace it and gave me a choice ..another AT33 from Japan (3 week wait) or they would let me have a US Model - the AT OC9/III...I took door number 2 ...been working fine...

Reason I feel your pain is I know what its like to not have the cart and to feel like your have a rock and a hard place...Best of luck..If I see the Benz available I will be sure to let you know !!!

Thanks Bay and that's quite a back and forth yourself but glad things worked out for you.

[jwhite613]

Everyone... Here are my two!!!

VPI Classic I

http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m624/jwhite0613/69f3fbd8-3229-4ba3-929d-b949eb593fd2.jpg?t=1365795823


Denon DP-61F

http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m624/jwhite0613/9f87e086-ee50-459b-9dc5-1a728da06a4b.jpg?t=1365795696

[A/V Solutions]

Your spinner shows its almost ready for side two :D Nice table......

[audio.bill]

Here are some quick shots of my current analog rig: Nottingham Analogue Dais table, Origin Live Enterprise-C arm, and Ortofon Cadenza Bronze cartridge.
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[Petro85]

Looks sweet !!!! What type of phonostage you running with that bronze ?

[audio.bill]

I run the Audia Flight Phono, which has plenty of gain for low output MCs without the use of any step up transformers. I have a strong preference for fully active gain stages.
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[Petro85]

Yea those are really nice a friend of mine had auditioned that and loved it. Have t talked to him in awhile , I'm not sure if he bought it or not.

[MusicDirector]

The rest of the tables....

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I like the last one here with the wood and carbon fiber.

[MusicDirector]

Here is were I'm at currently, planning to add two more with in years end.....

Now what in the world is that 4th one here? Combo cleaner and TT?

[audio.bill]

MD, the fourth setup pictured I believe is a Clearaudio Innovation Wood table, with their tangent tracking arm on the right and their Universal pivoted arm in the rear. Very nice to have so many superb choices!

[MusicDirector]

MD, the fourth setup pictured I believe is a Clearaudio Innovation Wood table, with their tangent tracking arm on the right and their Universal pivoted arm in the rear. Very nice to have so many superb choices!

Oh, so it's a traditional pivot arm and a linear tracker? Too weird for me.

[A/V Solutions]

Oh, so it's a traditional pivot arm and a linear tracker? Too weird for me.

What's weird about a Pivoted and LT arm on the same table?.....

[Bobvin]

My rig... at least in its current incarnation. AMG, Benz LP-S, Einstein Turntable's Choice phono.
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We have an offer on a home in Portland, OR. and figuring out the music room is high on the list. I have to figure out what to do with this room:
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It is set up as a home theater, and there's a wall of glass behind the picture taker, so its probably going to take a total remodel to get it right.

[Petro85]

Nice setup!!! Wall of glass huh? Good luck, it's a nice size room, should be awesome when it's done

[MusicDirector]

What's weird about a Pivoted and LT arm on the same table?.....

Just weird to me personally. If one arm always performs better than the other, why have both? Then again I also think those 3-arm tables are weird too. I'm not a fan of LTs to start, but set up on that rig must be next to impossible or takes a week or something. Mind you, it is a pretty table without question, I just would not want one personally due to that reason and more.

[A/V Solutions]

Just weird to me personally. If one arm always performs better than the other, why have both? Then again I also think those 3-arm tables are weird too. I'm not a fan of LTs to start, but set up on that rig must be next to impossible or takes a week or something. Mind you, it is a pretty table without question, I just would not want one personally due to that reason and more.

Fair enough.....for me its really not a matter of one arm performing better than the other but more so how they differ sound wise from each other and having many stereo, mono and SPU cartridges gives the option of running as many of these combinations on each table with convenience. LT arms can be quirky with their set ups, they take a bit more effort to get right but when you do all is good. Bottom line is many own multiple cars, TV's, Cameras, guns, knives, eat beef ten different ways, etc.....

[audio.bill]

Glad I was able to jump start this thread that had been sitting idle since April. Come on Sharks, let's have some more details on your analog gear of choice!

[Petro85]

My analog gear is still on the west coast. Hopefully be flying east anyday now.
But I will enjoy looking at others tables cartridges, tonearms, phonostages. All my favorite things !!!!!
I much prefer to hear and read a d look at those things than amps and pres and speakers.

[Petro85]

eat beef ten different ways, etc.....
LMAO!!!!

[Satch]

My vinylplaying pride and joy:

3301

[highEndguy]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/28/8ygu9y6e.jpg

[Petro85]

Nice guys!!!! Like that goldmund studietto!!!!
Nelson those cantons are beauties!!! When you get those magicos you can sell them to me :D
What kind of cartridge you running on that amg?

[highEndguy]

Nice guys!!!! Like that goldmund studietto!!!!
Nelson those cantons are beauties!!! When you get those magicos you can sell them to me :D
What kind of cartridge you running on that amg?

Steve,
I'm using Benz but I have it locked on my mind for the Goldfinger
:)


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[Petro85]

Goldfinger !!!! Yikes .lol
That would be some setup!!!! I'd have to come hear it. Lol

[socfan12]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/28/8ygu9y6e.jpg

Love your setup, Nelson! I can only imagine the beautiful music that system makes!:audiophile:

[highEndguy]

Thank you Allen
I'm very proud of my system
:)

[volks]

My spinner is the Music Hall MMF-9.1 fitted with a Goldring Eroica LX low output moving coil cartridge, triple plinth design ......this is a great Combo that i have enjoyed since i owned the TT :)

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[highEndguy]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/28/6uma7ary.jpg
With a custom made maple platform


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[Petro85]

Sweet tables guys!!! This is my favorite thread now. I love looking through tables!!!
Hey Nelson what is that base made out of , is it just solid maple all the way through ?
Or does it have a rubber or sand center?
Can you snap some pics for me on your phone and bring em Tuesday? Of like the feet and the thickness , and the top. I'd really appreciate it. I'm making some of these and am very curious .

[Skroudo]

My sweet sweet VPI Scoutmaster II 3311


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[dlb2]

Michael, Josh those are sweet tables guys! I love the look of that Fosgate phono stage.

[highEndguy]

Sweet tables guys!!! This is my favorite thread now. I love looking through tables!!!
Hey Nelson what is that base made out of , is it just solid maple all the way through ?
Or does it have a rubber or sand center?
Can you snap some pics for me on your phone and bring em Tuesday? Of like the feet and the thickness , and the top. I'd really appreciate it. I'm making some of these and am very curious .

Solid maple my friend
And you have your first client right here, because I like perfection and your hands are what I'm looking for

I will take HQ pictures for you
:)


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[Petro85]

Michael, Josh those are sweet tables guys! I love the look of that Fosgate phono stage.
Agreed Doug!! I really liked the fosgate !! I needed the money to get into my preamp so I sold it for $1000. Was sorry I did. Although I prefer the overall sound of the mc step up in my preamp the fosgate offered a lot more setting and adjustability than my present setup. And with NOS tubes it was very nice indeed!!!
I hate selling phonostages , I want to keep them all and switch up from time to time.
Wish I knew you then I would have made you buy it because for $1000 it was an outright steal!!!


Solid maple my friend
And you have your first client right here, because I like perfection and your hands are what I'm looking for

I will take HQ pictures for you
:)


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That's awesome Nelson !!! Thank you we will talk cause I got some great drawings and some great ideas. I've been studying isolation and resonance control and found some great raw materials.

[Dave]

Here's my Technics 1210M5G. I don't care what anyone says, this thing sounds damn good. :cool:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pOGV_uNmkcg/UgBiOSH-LhI/AAAAAAAAAFI/lnsRggLKJJs/s1600/LV1_4052.jpg

[Skroudo]

You should not care!
I'm sure it sound amazing. What is the cartridge you use?


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[Mike]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/anenemuv.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/9egymety.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/esa2usez.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/de4u8eqe.jpg

[Skroudo]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/anenemuv.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/9egymety.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/esa2usez.jpg[/IMG
][IMG]http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/04/de4u8eqe.jpg

Beautiful !!!!!


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[Mike]

Beautiful !!!!!


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Thanks!

[Petro85]

Awesome pics!!!! Love turntable porn!!!

[dlb2]

That's sweet Mike! Nice Lyra. :woot:

[Dave]

You should not care!
I'm sure it sound amazing. What is the cartridge you use?


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Thanks, haha. Sure, the cartridge is the Audio-Technica AT150MLX.

AT150MLX Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge || Audio-Technica US (http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/cartridges/699a33304468ed99/index.html)

[Jin]

Love a good pic thread! Here's mine.


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