Recent content by Lorenzo47

As near as I can remember AR advised placing AR3a (my speakers) flush with the wall with little or no toe in. They did recommend staying away from corners. I would think the AR11 would be similar. I've never seen or heard anyone suggest turning them upside down.

I'm sure you are right. My XA that was modified has a Technics wand and a heavier head shell. Didn't realize the stock wand and head shell could accommodate the Opus. I have another XA that I modified some time ago that sports a Jelco 9 inch arm. The counterweight on it does accomodate the Opus...

I should add that I run my Opus 3 on my marcmorinized AR XA that I bought new in 1969. It's not possible to fit the woody with the stock counterweight because of the weight of the cartridge. I have 3 heavier counterweights, 2 of which were made by Larry Spence. You can also attach small lead...

I have several Grados, including a Blue 3 and and Opus 3. The Blue 3 is great but the Opus 3 gets all the play. The tech stuff is great and good reading but I listen to music. My preference is the Opus.

I really like my Opus 3. Currently running on my Marc Morin updated AR XA. Agree that separation is the best I've heard. Mainly a jazz listener and the highs are fine.

Chet Baker - Chet Baker Quartet In Paris

Precisely why I haven't taken the plunge. That, and the fact I have too many cartridges already. (If that's possible)

Perhaps used, depending on condition.

I’m in the process of trying to put together a system for a lady friend of mine. I’ve gifted her a powerful Harman Kardon receiver that’s been on a shelf at my home for a while. She’s now in the market for a set of reasonably priced speakers. She is purchasing a CD deck. She has no vinyl at the...

I don't know. Do you hear it? If not, why worry about it?

And? Is that a problem that needs addressed?

I've never thought of listening to mine with a stethoscope.

I repainted both of mine. One was an early 2 motor job that was factory converted to single motor. The top was a medium gun metal gray. The paint had aged pretty badly. I believe it was the same color as yours. My other one had the textured dark brown paint job that was in awful condition. I...

Oct 13, 2013

That's the Blue1. We're talking about the Blue3. Substantial difference der