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Post by robbiegong on Apr 13, 2015 21:14:27 GMT
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 13, 2015 20:43:59 GMT
It's a Micro Seiki MA 202 arm with Ortofon 2M Black I'm setting up: Arm Spec' is:
Effective length: 237mm
Overhang: 15mm
Offset angle: 21 degrees
Height range: 42-88mm
Cartridge range: 4-16g
VTF range: 0-3g
I was told a long time ago that the Rega Baerwald Arc Protractor was the best to use with this arm as it has the same spec as a rega arm so I've always used it...
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 11, 2015 20:27:52 GMT
Do any of you guys skew your cartridge in the headshell to any degree to follow arc and sit perfectly squarely in the null point grid ? This is in respect of the Rega Baerwald Arc Protractor. It really isn't easy to follow arc and sit squarely in the grid. I have room for movement in the ADC magnesium headshell I use. Some tips, advise and experience / opinions would be much appreciated.
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 10, 2015 16:07:49 GMT
going from 2 way , to 3 way large multi driver floor stander speaker is certainly a drastic change and it no wonder they sound different with more physical wallop, especially in a 15/11 room. if i were you , before i sold the epos , i would wait a couple of months till you get used to the sound of the focal's and then put the epos back in and see what you think. Good shout, could be interesting ...
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 7, 2015 20:49:06 GMT
That appears to be the 220v non adjustable version Rob. Use Jules' tester to check what your mains is running at, unless overly high (245v+) fit and forget. Thanks James, I'll do exactly that. Check the mains output and take it from there. Will keep the thread posted - Thanks everyone.
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 7, 2015 17:48:07 GMT
I had a German TA-F770ES and it had no voltage selector, nor multiple taps on the mains transformer, so it was fixed at 220v. The 700 is likely to be similar. Hi Shuggie, How did you work round it ?
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 7, 2015 17:46:17 GMT
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 7, 2015 16:41:55 GMT
Hi guys, MartinT, Jules, ChrisB, James, Nice to touch base with you guys again. Heres a link to the exact item I'm waiting to receive, got lucky with a decent best offer. Fortunately I had someone from Germany do the honours on my behalf. Here's a link to the exact item James, if you scroll down you'll see a close up of the silver sticker on the rear panel. Something tells me I'd be mighty lucky to get one with the internal voltage adjustment option but you never know. www.ebay.de/itm/Sony-TA-F-700...342&rmvSB=true Martin, I'll defo let you know what it sounds like once it's here and 'safely' up and running. I've read a lot of good things about the big ES's, been trying to bag one for a while. Jules, How you doing ? I'll pm you regarding your kind offer. BTW, you're to blame for rekindling my interest in the Sony ES's .... All the best Rob
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 6, 2015 22:55:52 GMT
Do you know what your mains is delivering? They might be perfectly matched - you never know! Hi Chris, I have a couple of qualified lekkie friends, I probably need to get one of them to measure the voltage reading from the mains.
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 6, 2015 22:53:03 GMT
Hi Rob, It's really great to see you over here, so here's a warm welcome from me. Looking forward to some music recommendations from you! Cheers Chris Cheers for warm welcome Chris. No probs re: recommendations, shout / pm anytime, let me know what you like as a steer Big bless Rob
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 6, 2015 22:35:35 GMT
I have a nice Sony ta f700Es integrated amp on its way from Germany. Only problem is that it is a 220v model. It doesnt have any obvious voltage input selector adjustment showing on the rear pics. I'm hoping it has an internal voltage selector but I wont know til it comes and I open it up. I dont really want to go down the step up / down route. I've been told a bucking transformer is the way to go. Just want something simple, non bulky, non noisy. Would appreciate some advise re: options / best route.
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Post by robbiegong on Apr 6, 2015 22:06:57 GMT
Hi everyone. I'm here because I felt it was high time I wasn't associated to just one forum and spread my wings a bit like most others do. My hifi passion stems from a big love for music literally since I was born. I'm basically a vinyl nut and appreciate 'good' music. I go out of my way to source first press, original press, I'm a bit anal like that. I listen to mainly the best in reggae and soul ie: 1970's - early 80's, including Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Culture, Dennis Brown, Freddie McGregor, Gregory Isaacs etc etc. I also really enjoy Steely Dan, Bobby Caldwells self titled album (includes what you wont do for love) is a fave, you'll also find me playing Rupert Holmes (Partners in Crime lp), I love 'get outta yourself' from that one. On the soul side it's the classic stuf mostly ie: Curtis Mayfield, Donny Hathaway, Billy Paul, Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Lou Rawls, Eddie Kendricks, Esther Phillips, Side Effect - the list is endless. System wise. Turntable: I'm another Techie nut. Having upgraded / modified my Mk5g - I wouldn't sell it for anything ! It has: Micro Seiki MA 202 tonearm with ADC Magnesium headshell, Ortofon LW 800S pure silver headshell leads Yannis Tome double shielded pure silver phono cable, with Eichman silver bullet phono plugs. Ebony armboard Mike New Bearing, Mike New bearing base plate, Mike New ETP platter. Ortofon 2M Black Isonoe feet Custom Cables DC3 external power supply www.custom-hifi-cables.co.uk/home/power-supplies/dc3-power-supplyAmplification: Sony TA f 700 ES - awaiting its arrival in the post from Germany - cant wait CDP: Marantz CD 63 KI Signature (Hoping to replace with Meridian 506.24 one day) Speakers: Mission 752 Freedom ( Will upgrade to Spendor S8e when a pair turn up at the right price and in Cherry finish to keep the wife happy ) Look forward to sharing and learning with you all
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