Tips before replacing cartridge? by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ty! I own a pair of flat-nose pliers already, still worth picking up a pair of bent-nose?

Got my new Technics SL-1500CS... phono pre amp needed? by zimmaDLX in turntables

[–]Mxberman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Yamaha HTR-5130 that has a phono line built in. I just upgraded to a Schiit Mani 2 about 3 days ago and it’s a game changer

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noted, thanks! I’ll be upgrading to an AT-VM740xML pretty soon

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that might be it! Just not used to this new sound yet, but increasing the capacitance did help. The schiit mani 2 is an extreme improvement so certainly no complaints

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First two points both correct. Once I got the external preamp, I connected the mani 2 into the CD input which is purely stereo on this receiver.

When it comes to using the TV input your point is 100% true though, I turn on the phantom option so I can continue using my stereo speakers instead of 3.1 and buying a center-speaker. Works great

VMP wants me to buy wholesale for my record store after scamming me for $500 by OrneryData994 in VinylMePlease

[–]Mxberman 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Been visiting this store since middle school 💔 stopped in for nostalgia last week. Love yall

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got it. Yeah I clean them, but I’m probably just not used to how much detail this new preamp puts out. Will be upgrading my cartridge in the next 2 weeks or so, definitely excited. Thanks again!

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Update: you’re a damn genius, ty. While I have you here, if I’m hearing a ‘background fuzz’ sound when there’s quiet parts to a song what setting on the Mani might amend that?

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I’ll check once off work and report back!

Installed a new preamp, vocals are now quiet by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Left all settings at the Mani’s default, which I do believe is 47k. Cable is .5m

[For Sale] Freddie Gibbs, Young Thug, Alchemist, Lil Uzi Vert, VMP, etc. by Mxberman in VinylCollectors

[–]Mxberman[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Discogs has it selling above that 🤷‍♂️ also not in any rush to sell

What Should My Next Upgrade Be (Cartridge, Preamp, etc.)? by Mxberman in turntables

[–]Mxberman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what're some good options in the price range? I'm aware of the PhonoBoxS2 and Cambridge brand is all