Thanks for the info, Timo...

I have pretty much been on "audio hiatus" since my last post (june --- yipes!).

i actually don't find any harshness with the kimber...but that could be due to the fact that my gear is in a room with "cushy" furniture, wall-to-wall carpet and heavy drapes.

one day when i have an actual "listening room", i will investigate different cables.

cheers

wdhsvbgod September 11, 2003 13:46

I suggest you replace the Kimber 4PR with something else. The Kimber is a bit bright (read harsh) sounding IMO. Try some Discovery or Analysis Plus cable instead. Nice little set-up you have.

timo September 11, 2003 12:52

System edited: I just bought a pair of Kimber 4PR speaker cables on ebay for $30 Canadian. The Signal Cables were good, but I found the highs rolled off a little too soon for my liking. The Kimbers sound significantly brighter, but not harsh. I'm definitely pleased with this change. What next...?

wdhsvbgod June 05, 2003 10:22

thanks for the info, bill. i will be on the lookout...

wdhsvbgod April 28, 2003 12:54

I have a Music Hall MMF-5 which is superb. Comes standard with a great cartridge and has excellent vibration damping.
Also, the thick green glass plater has a screw down record clamp. Nice modern TT. You might want to check into the other turntables that Music Hall sells. One model I believe is around $225 new. Night and day difference over my old Garrand/Pioneer TT's. I'm far from an expert but I love music and take great care w/my equipment. Bill

kotta April 25, 2003 16:28

Thanks all for the advice/encouragement. I have quite a collection of LPs (lovingly stored, of course), but my old turntable (technics SLB-20 w/audio technica cartridge) has been misbehaving since about 1992. I just sort of put it out to pasture and havn't really thought about a replacement since then.

Any suggestions, given my current "line-up"?

Regarding my ebay experiences: so far, so good. I have made a purchase from a guy who clearly loves music and audio and seemed genuinely sad to see his component go. I have also made a purchase from another guy who basically operates an on-line store for vintage electronics (not just audio) which was less personal, but still very professional. My most recent purchase was from a woman who seemed enthusiastic at first, but a bit lackadaisical once the auction closed. Oh well... generally, I only look to buy from people who love music and have cared for their equipment like a loving parent (you know the type!). Any time I see an auction that has that flavour of "I had this thing in my basement...don't know anything about it", I don't even bother to investigate further.

I am looking forward to my first audiogon purchase, as I suspect everyone here is the music-loving, my-equipment-is-my-baby type (like me).

Thanks again for the encouragement.

wdhsvbgod April 22, 2003 08:26

Wd; enjoy the music! The NAD 3020 was well known as an excellent amp in it's day, and I don't know that they've built a better one since. It's become sort of a classic. Cheers. Craig

garfish April 19, 2003 14:27

the 4020a might have difficulty holding a station otherwise enjoy the music!

sayas April 18, 2003 11:15

Enjoy and be satisfied w/what you have (which is very nice)and try to avoid the the insanity of this "hobbie." Spend your $ on family, fine food, travel etc...you do need a turntable considering the era you're in! If and when that time comes and you decide to "upgrade" buy a complete system which all the components works well together (synergy) instead of mixing&matching this and that and hoping...this unfortunately takes a few bucks! How was your buying experience on e-bay? I've noticed some really nice older electronics there. Bill

kotta April 18, 2003 07:00