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mrussel1

I will say that changing the speed to 45 would be easier on the Orbit as the belt is off to the side.  The Pro-ject is under the platter so you have to remove that.  

Gern Blansten

Thanks again...I ordered the project...should have it tomorrow

It's nice that I can return the other one by just taking it to Kohl's.

I'm still baffled as to how both turntables would have the same issue...shit like that drives me insane

mrussel1

Gern Blansten said:

Thanks again...I ordered the project...should have it tomorrow

It's nice that I can return the other one by just taking it to Kohl's.

I'm still baffled as to how both turntables would have the same issue...shit like that drives me insane

It's possible that it's bad luck, but it's also possible something else is up.  With the Proj-ect, you will need to use your receivers MM phono port, so hopefully that's not the issue.  You will get a nice set of cables in the box.  I guess the one thing you said that makes me think it was the unit was that playing with the cartridge cleaned or changed things up.  So hopefully that's the case.  The debut is pretty easy on the setup, but I'd definitely watch a video on YouTube first.  Good luck and let us know how it goes. 

Gern Blansten

If it doesn't work with the new TT I might just throw everything in the lake.  

But yeah I guess it is still possible that the left channel of the receiver phono input is fucked up.  

dankind

Gern Blansten said:

If it doesn't work with the new TT I might just throw everything in the lake.  

But yeah I guess it is still possible that the left channel of the receiver phono input is fucked up.  

Yeah, could just be a fuse in your receiver.

Gern Blansten

dankind said:

Gern Blansten said:

If it doesn't work with the new TT I might just throw everything in the lake.  

But yeah I guess it is still possible that the left channel of the receiver phono input is fucked up.  

Yeah, could just be a fuse in your receiver.

but it's brand new....not saying that isn't it but it was straight out of the box

mrussel1

dankind said:

Gern Blansten said:

If it doesn't work with the new TT I might just throw everything in the lake.  

But yeah I guess it is still possible that the left channel of the receiver phono input is fucked up.  

Yeah, could just be a fuse in your receiver.

But he has the same problem on the aux in and the phono in, while not having the problem with cds or FM.  That seems very odd.  

But I agree, if hte Debut exhibits the same behavior, it's the receiver. 

Gern Blansten

mrussel1 said:

dankind said:

Gern Blansten said:

If it doesn't work with the new TT I might just throw everything in the lake.  

But yeah I guess it is still possible that the left channel of the receiver phono input is fucked up.  

Yeah, could just be a fuse in your receiver.

But he has the same problem on the aux in and the phono in, while not having the problem with cds or FM.  That seems very odd.  

But I agree, if hte Debut exhibits the same behavior, it's the receiver. 

you're right....I forgot about the aux in test.  I am so baffled I didn't even remember that

MedozK

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.

Gern Blansten

I'll let you know how the project TT is...should be getting it tomorrow

mrussel1

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.

I can tell you that I heard a difference when I moved up to my new TT and a MC cart.  Of course it could always be placebo effect, but I don't think so.  

mrussel1

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.d

I will tell you this, since we have a lot of the same records.  When I first got the AP Nora Jones record, I had my old TT.  I thought the record sounded great, but that the vocals were a little forward and a tad hot.  When I upgraded, that was an album where I saw a huge improvement.  The record was much more refined and her vocals were just perfect.  I think for some records like the (in)famous Dark Side anniversary record or like the Nora Jones, you really see a difference on better equipment.  It can tame those records.  

MedozK

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.d

I will tell you this, since we have a lot of the same records.  When I first got the AP Nora Jones record, I had my old TT.  I thought the record sounded great, but that the vocals were a little forward and a tad hot.  When I upgraded, that was an album where I saw a huge improvement.  The record was much more refined and her vocals were just perfect.  I think for some records like the (in)famous Dark Side anniversary record or like the Nora Jones, you really see a difference on better equipment.  It can tame those records.  

Thanks, yea. The Nora is a bit hot on mine right now also. I've kinda gravitated towards either Rega Planar 8, or VPI Prime... but again still researching... this will probably be my Christmas gift this year... so might catch a deal a little later this year.

mrussel1

MedozK said:

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.d

I will tell you this, since we have a lot of the same records.  When I first got the AP Nora Jones record, I had my old TT.  I thought the record sounded great, but that the vocals were a little forward and a tad hot.  When I upgraded, that was an album where I saw a huge improvement.  The record was much more refined and her vocals were just perfect.  I think for some records like the (in)famous Dark Side anniversary record or like the Nora Jones, you really see a difference on better equipment.  It can tame those records.  

Thanks, yea. The Nora is a bit hot on mine right now also. I've kinda gravitated towards either Rega Planar 8, or VPI Prime... but again still researching... this will probably be my Christmas gift this year... so might catch a deal a little later this year.

Both of those are great choices, just totally different aesthetics...classic vs industrial.  I went big too, so I would not think about it again until this one broke or something.  

Gern Blansten

Got the new tt... Hooked it up and no sound at all. I was in total freak out mode and did one more check on the connection. I had plugged into the wrong input on the receiver. 

Sounds great. Thanks again 

mrussel1

Gern Blansten said:

Got the new tt... Hooked it up and no sound at all. I was in total freak out mode and did one more check on the connection. I had plugged into the wrong input on the receiver. 

Sounds great. Thanks again 

Ha!  All right, you're finally in business.  Good deal.  Enjoy! 

MedozK

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.d

I will tell you this, since we have a lot of the same records.  When I first got the AP Nora Jones record, I had my old TT.  I thought the record sounded great, but that the vocals were a little forward and a tad hot.  When I upgraded, that was an album where I saw a huge improvement.  The record was much more refined and her vocals were just perfect.  I think for some records like the (in)famous Dark Side anniversary record or like the Nora Jones, you really see a difference on better equipment.  It can tame those records.  

Thanks, yea. The Nora is a bit hot on mine right now also. I've kinda gravitated towards either Rega Planar 8, or VPI Prime... but again still researching... this will probably be my Christmas gift this year... so might catch a deal a little later this year.

Both of those are great choices, just totally different aesthetics...classic vs industrial.  I went big too, so I would not think about it again until this one broke or something.  

Did you set your VPI up yourself? ... looks like you can adjust these all kinda ways.

mrussel1

MedozK said:

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

mrussel1 said:

MedozK said:

On the verge of updating my turntable, just started doing some research. I have begun to contemplate whether or not I am taking full advantage of audiophile pressings.  Why pay the very high price for top-notch vinyl, if the rig is not really bringing out the best.d

I will tell you this, since we have a lot of the same records.  When I first got the AP Nora Jones record, I had my old TT.  I thought the record sounded great, but that the vocals were a little forward and a tad hot.  When I upgraded, that was an album where I saw a huge improvement.  The record was much more refined and her vocals were just perfect.  I think for some records like the (in)famous Dark Side anniversary record or like the Nora Jones, you really see a difference on better equipment.  It can tame those records.  

Thanks, yea. The Nora is a bit hot on mine right now also. I've kinda gravitated towards either Rega Planar 8, or VPI Prime... but again still researching... this will probably be my Christmas gift this year... so might catch a deal a little later this year.

Both of those are great choices, just totally different aesthetics...classic vs industrial.  I went big too, so I would not think about it again until this one broke or something.  

Did you set your VPI up yourself? ... looks like you can adjust these all kinda ways.

I got it from Upscale Audio. They set it up and then disassemble into a few pieces and ship.  I checked the alignment and azimuth when it arrived and it was perfect.  Good experience. I talked to the guy that assembled a few times too. Great communication. 

tempo_n_groove

Gern Blansten said:

Got the new tt... Hooked it up and no sound at all. I was in total freak out mode and did one more check on the connection. I had plugged into the wrong input on the receiver. 

Sounds great. Thanks again 

Back in action.

Congrats!

May 30th

Just picked up a Parasound JC3. What a difference in sound!!!