KC J mentions 'return to basics ' and 'synergy'. The insidious pressure of 'buying' is fine but only after extracting the max from items already possessed IMO.
Basic for FFR and myself is the starting source item-the diamond--its exact correct position in the groove --and an understanding and control of factors that affect it. Optimising its freedom to do its job is the main factor in any vinyl system-even low cost carts are unbelievably sensitive to vibes and react to vibes they themselves create.
Items following in the lineup have a less effect and can confuse-don't pay until you're sure of source and then buy only 'neutral' until the loudspeakers[choose these for your taste ears and room] .My opinion of course. Learn the character of each piece/wire
eg my techy had a vibe felt only with damp finger on deck.Investigation showed the black base was touching the vibrating transformer in one area.I removed with craft knife a black sliver-no vibe now on deck so less on arm/cart. Don't sell your techy yet -it can slay giants IMO-it'll be worth alot in a few years.Bestvalue CDP is my target for 2014!
