I'm an English guy living in Brazil. I have always been a HiFi enthusiast starting out with a modest Kenwood system and progressing slowly to my existing set up, Alchemist Forseti power amp, Pink Triangle speakers, Audiolab CD etc. Rather a culture shock moving here regarding all things audio, expensive and limited availability. All my gear is sourced in the UK, but freight and import taxes are extreme. I tend to buy on size and weight which is an amusing criteria for audiophiles. I have stumbled on some Temple Audio amps which as they say are giant killers for their foot print.

I am really looking forward to chatting with some fellow like minded  folk, especially in my native language. At the moment I am wanting to upgrade my turntable Pro-ject 2.9 classic in beautiful cherry wood to well, not sure but really thinking about a Michell Gyro used. Plus I can have it shipped in pieces, I may gradually buy and build the deck......also easier to get past my wife. Any input regarding this would be most welcome.


I'm in the throws of moving and will have a dedicated audio room, which I have been promising to myself for the last 25 years. I shall upload photos etc in the next couple of months.


Best wishes to all.


Mike